Job Description

Inter-American Development Bank

We improve lives.

The IDB Group is a community of diverse, versatile, and enthusiastic people who come together on a journey to improve lives in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC). Our people find purpose and do what they love in an inclusive, collaborative, agile, and rewarding environment.

About this position

Fostering resilient and better development requires, among other things, a new generation of development planning approaches, programs, and policies. The IDB recognizes this need and the challenges that a transition toward this new generation implies. The Climate Change Solutions Division's central mandate is to help our clients address them. The Division is part of the Climate Change and Sustainable Development (CSD) Sector within the IDB's Vice-Presidency for Sectors and Knowledge (VPS). CSD conceptualizes, prepares, supports the execution, and coordinates sustainability-focused Bank operations in borrowing member countries. Our main activities include lending operations, technical assistance, and knowledge generation related to territorial development, sustainable cities, biodiversity, environment, disaster risk management and climate change. Due to the cross-cutting nature of our work, we work in a multi-sectoral fashion with other VPS sectors, country departments and representation offices in LAC, as well as those areas of the Bank that lead on institutional partnerships, fiduciary matters, and development effectiveness. The present position will certainly require extensive collaboration across the IDB Group. The position reports to the Sector Manager for CSD.

What you will do

You will support the Bank's strategy and actions with respect to climate and resiliency.

• Advise IDB Management on the development of climate-resilient strategies, instruments and approaches that respond to the current and potential needs of borrowing member countries.

• Consolidate the integration of climate mitigation and adaptation into Bank operations, programming, and policies, working in close collaboration with different areas of the IDB and IDB group.

• Provide strategic advice and coordinate the strategic participation of team members in the preparation and execution of Bank operations, as well as policy dialogues, institutional capacity-building activities, and analytical and sector work, ensuring the delivery of high-quality products and services.

• Be a trusted advisor to IDB counterparts, including senior government officials, on matters related to climate and resiliency.

• Lead high-quality knowledge work and/or applied research on climate issues, especially on emerging, rapidly evolving, and cutting-edge topics, with a focus on helping countries increase their climate resilience.

• Further strengthen the Bank's participation in climate-focused knowledge networks, including strategic partnerships with relevant institutions from government, international organizations, regional agencies, the academic community, the private sector, and civil society.

• Represent the IDB at the MDB's Climate heads and other multilateral and international fora in coordination with the office of the special advisor on climate change.

• Lead, manage, coach and mentor interdisciplinary and multi-cultural groups of staff and consultants working on climate-change issues at IDB, located in any of our field offices.

• Act in a manner that is consistent with our ethics and respect in the workplace standards and promote inclusive workplace practices.

What you will need:

Education: You hold a master's degree (PhD preferred) or equivalent level advanced degree in engineering, environmental science, economics, public policy, environmental, natural resources, or other relevant fields with specialization in climate-relevant areas.

Experience:

• At least 10 years of experience related to the key responsibilities of the position.

• You have developed a strong network of experts with an understanding of the Region and of the operational aspects of a multi-lateral development institution.

• Proven experience in Latin America and/or the Caribbean is strongly preferred.

• Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and experience in managing multi-disciplinary and diverse teams.

• Combine intellectual leadership and a strong technical knowledge plus impeccable integrity and highest ethical standards.

• Strong social and communication skills with the ability to consult, partner and collaborate effectively with senior leaders and business partners across countries and sectors, and drive alignment against key organizational priorities.

• Deliver results and showcase project management skills, including but not limited to leadership, communication, planning and people skills, risk and cost management, negotiation, critical thinking, and quality management.

• Collaborative leader who can inspire trust and passion in the IDB's mission, establish productive relationships, and treat all individuals with fairness and respect.

• Ability to interpret and apply policies and frameworks in a manner that is suitable to the involved parties and in the best interest of the IDB is a plus.

• Set performance standards and provide feedback, guidance, and coaching to drive growth and continuous improvement.

Languages : Proficiency in English is required and proficiency in Spanish is highly desired. Additional knowledge of Portuguese and/or French is considered a plus.

Key skills

• Coach and develop.

• Promote Inclusion and Belonging.

• Build Lean and Versatile teams.

• Lead change and Transformation. 

• Create Partnerships.

Requirement

International staff contract, 36 months initially, renewable upon mutual agreement.

What we offer

• Leaves and vacations: 24 days of paid time off + 8 personal days + sick leave + gender- neutral parental leave 
• Health Insurance: IDB Group provides employees and eligible dependents with a robust medical benefits program which covers medical, dental, vision, preventive care, and prescription drugs. 
• Pension plan: defined benefit pension plan that provides financial security and support employees in planning for their future. 
• We offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your family when it applies. 
• Hybrid and flexible work schedules. 
• Health and wellbeing: Access to our Health Services Center which provides preventive care and health education for employees. 
• Development support: We offer tools to boost your professional profile such as mentoring, 1:1 professional counseling, training, and learning opportunities, language classes, mobility options, among others. 
• Other perks: Lactation Room, Daycare Center, Gym, Bike Racks, Parking, Spouse Career Program, and others

Our culture:

At the IDB, we work so everyone brings their best and authentic selves to work while finding their purpose. Our people consistently strive for excellence, and we recognize and celebrate the impact of their contributions.

In our efforts to drive innovation, we intentionally include all voices, cultivate a sense of belonging and champion fairness. We welcome individuals from underrepresented groups to join us and share their unique perspectives.

We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job interview process. If you require an accommodation to complete this application, please email us at accommodations@iadb.org.

Our Human Resources Team reviews carefully every application.

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Sector: Nonprofit/Community/Social Services/International Cooperation

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