Head of IT Procurement, Institutional Procurement Services
, ADB
Profile / Bio:
Ms. Nadia Abbas, Head of IT Procurement at the Asian Development Bank, leads Corporate IT Procurement in advancing the Bank’s digital transformation efforts. With over 24 years of global experience across Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, she has held leadership roles at the United Nations and CGIAR, driving organizational transformations focused on enhancing business efficiency and resilience. She is a strong advocate for strategic partnerships and innovation focused on agile procurement, with an emphasis on strengthening ESG in the supply chain.
She holds dual master’s degrees in Business Administration (IT) and Telecommunications, alongside numerous certifications in leadership, procurement, and change management.