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The IDB Group is a community of diverse, versatile, and passionate people who come together on a journey to improve lives in Latin America and the Caribbean. Our people find purpose and do what they love in an inclusive, collaborative, agile, and rewarding environment.  About this positionWe are looking for a senior economics researcher who is familiar with the development challenges faced by Latin America and the Caribbean who wants to make a difference in the development of the region. Do your peers recognize you as someone who possesses: (1) strong technical skills; (2) a record of high-quality, original research in peer-reviewed journals; (3) the ability to communicate with a wide range of potential audiences; and (4) an interest in policy issues in the region? Join the Research Department and the team of the Chief Economist!You will work in our Research Department (RES). This call is open to the fields of Macroeconomics, International Finance, Monetary and Fiscal Policy, and Credit and Banking. We particularly seek an individual who not only possesses a strong publication record and policy engagement but who can mentor junior colleagues in publishing and provide advice on topical macroeconomic developments important for the region. What you'll do:Conduct economic research, identifying challenges and issues, applying theoretical and/or empirical economic analysis, developing policy recommendations and generating knowledge in area of expertise that is recognized as standard setting for the industry/region.Advise or provide input to resolve highly complex technical problems in business area or field of expertise. Make technical recommendations which have a significant and long-term impact on business performance, area of expertise and/or development effectiveness.Lead the development and implementation of new or revised tools, methodologies, processes and/or policies that have an impact on the business, area of expertise and/or development effectiveness. Develop plans for the dissemination of knowledge products and policy recommendations, identifying target audiences and appropriate communication mediums.Present research to academic and non-academic audiences and refine research papers considering comments for eventual publication in refereed journals. Provide thought and strategic leadership to a network of practitioners in area of expertise across the IDB or at a regional level. Build networks with international organizations, academic institutions, and professional bodies to disseminate research, exchange relevant information, promote cooperative research initiatives, and expand the influence of the IDB.Lead/manage team members in a project management capacity, acting as a technical referent/head in projects of strategic input, high complexity, and ample scope such as the flagship publication known as Development in the Americas, by using internal and external resources and addressing new research issues to encourage policy discussions and enhance the visibility and impact of our work. Lead and/or review and evaluate the academic work of outside researchers (consultants and research institutions hired through the Latin American Research Network or otherwise), ensuring that they meet the highest standards of quality. Conduct the department's research agenda in the desired direction collaboratively with management and other senior staff.Provide advice to IDB management on policy issues related to your research agenda.Coach and mentor junior staff and consultants. What you'll needCitizenship: You are a citizen of one of our 48-member countries.Consanguinity: You have no family members (up to fourth degree of consanguinity and second degree of affinity, including spouse) working at the IDB Group.Education: Ph.D. in Economics required.Experience: You have at least 6 years of relevant professional experience. Preference will be given to individuals who combine a strong academic profile with an interest and experience in policy and who have worked on topics relevant to development in Latin America and the Caribbean.Languages: You have a good working knowledge of at least two official Bank languages (English, French, Portuguese, and Spanish).Members of the selection panel will conduct interviews soon after the call for application is finished. A cover letter, CV, and a recent paper must be submitted along with the application. The deadline for applying is August 12, 2024. Key skillsLearn continuously Collaborate and share knowledgeFocus on clients Communicate and influence Innovate and try new things  Type of contract and duration International staff contract, 36 months initially, renewable upon mutual agreement.   What we offer:The IDB group provides benefits that respond to the different needs and moments of an employee's life. These benefits include:A competitive compensation package, including an annual base salary expressed on a net- of-tax basisLeaves and vacations: 24 days of paid time off + 8 personal days + sick leave + gender- neutral parental leaveHealth 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 schedulesHealth 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 Group we work so everyone brings their best and authentic selves to work, willing to try new approaches without fear, and where they are accountable and rewarded for their actions. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) are at the center of our organization. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and encourage women, LGBTQ+ people, persons with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job interview process. If you are a qualified candidate with a disability, please e-mail us at diversity@iadb.org  to request reasonable accommodation to complete this application. Our Human Resources Team reviews carefully every application.   About the IDB Group The IDB Group, composed of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), IDB Invest, and the IDB Lab offers flexible financing solutions to its member countries to finance economic and social development through lending and grants to public and private entities in Latin America and the Caribbean.  About IDB The Inter-American Development Bank is devoted to improving lives. Established in 1959, the IDB is a leading source of long-term financing for economic, social and institutional development in Latin America and the Caribbean. The IDB also conducts groundbreaking research and provides policy advice, technical assistance and training to public and private sector clients throughout the region. Follow us: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inter-american-development-bank/ https://www.facebook.com/IADB.org https://twitter.com/the_IDB  This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. 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About this position We are looking for an economics researcher who is familiar with the development challenges faced by Latin America and the Caribbean who wants to make a difference in the development of the region. Do your peers recognize you as someone who possesses: (1) strong technical skills; (2) a record of–or good prospects forhigh-quality, original research in peer-reviewed journals; (3) the ability to communicate with a wide range of potential audiences; and (4) an interest in policy issues in the region? Join the Research Department and the team of the Chief Economist!You will work in our Research Department (RES). This call is open to the fields of Macroeconomics, International Finance, Monetary and Fiscal Policy, and Credit and Banking. We particularly seek a combination of a thorough academic approach with the potential to publish, as well as a strong interest in policy issues. We are considering Ph.D. candidates, as well as those who have recently graduated. What you'll do:  •   Conduct economic research, identifying challenges and issues, applying theoretical and/or empirical economic analysis, and developing policy recommendations.•   Contribute to the development of new or revised tools and methodologies of economic analysis.•   Present research to academic and non-academic audiences and refine research papers considering comments for eventual publication in refereed journals.•   Coordinate and/or review and evaluate the academic work of outside researchers (consultants and research institutions hired through the Latin American                      Research Network or otherwise), ensuring that they meet the highest standards of quality.•   Develop networks for disseminating research findings, promoting cooperative research initiatives, and discussing policy issues within and outside the Bank.•   Participate in the conceptualization, production, and dissemination of publications such as the annual Latin American and Caribbean Macroeconomic Report and        the flagship publication known as Development in the Americas, by using internal and external resources and addressing new research issues to encourage policy      discussions and enhance the visibility and impact of our work.    Provide advice to IDB management on policy issues related to your research agenda. What you'll need: Citizenship: You are a citizen of one of our 48-member countries.Consanguinity: You have no family members (up to fourth degree of consanguinity and second degree of affinity, including spouse) working at the IDB Group.Education: Ph.D. in Economics required (completed at the time of appointment).       Experience: You have at least 4 years of relevant professional experience. We are considering future Ph.D. graduates as well as those who have recently graduated. Preference will be given to individuals who combine a strong academic profile with an interest in policy and who have worked on topics relevant to development in Latin America and the Caribbean.       Languages: You have a good working knowledge of at least two official Bank languages (English, French, Portuguese, and Spanish).Members of the selection panel will conduct interviews soon after the call for application is finished. A cover letter, CV, and a recent paper must be submitted along with the application. Additionally, three (3) academic references must be e-mailed to RESJobs@iadb.org. The deadline for applying is August 12, 2024. Key skills ·       Learn continuously  ·       Collaborate and share knowledge  ·       Focus on clients  ·       Communicate and influence  ·       Innovate and try new things  Type of contract and duration·       International staff contract, 36 months initially, renewable upon mutual agreement.   What we offer:The IDB group provides benefits that respond to the different needs and moments of an employee's life. These benefits include: ·       A competitive compensation package, including an annual base salary expressed on a net-of-tax basis·       Leaves and vacations: 24 days of paid time off + 8 personal days + sick leave + gender-neutral parental leave ·      Health Insurance: the 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 supports 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 Group we work so everyone brings their best and authentic selves to work, willing to try new approaches without fear, and where they are accountable and rewarded for their actions. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) are at the center of our organization. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and encourage women, LGBTQ+ people, persons with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job interview process. If you are a qualified candidate with a disability, please e-mail us at diversity@iadb.org  to request reasonable accommodation to complete this application. Our Human Resources Team reviews carefully every application.   About the IDB Group The IDB Group, composed of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), IDB Invest, and the IDB Lab offers flexible financing solutions to its member countries to finance economic and social development through lending and grants to public and private entities in Latin America and the Caribbean.  About IDB The Inter-American Development Bank is devoted to improving lives. Established in 1959, the IDB is a leading source of long-term financing for economic, social and institutional development in Latin America and the Caribbean. The IDB also conducts groundbreaking research and provides policy advice, technical assistance and training to public and private sector clients throughout the region. Follow us: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inter-american-development-bank/ https://www.facebook.com/IADB.org https://twitter.com/the_IDB  This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support.Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility.Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here : Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations. Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre.

The IDB Group is a community of diverse, versatile, and passionate people who come together on a journey to improve lives in Latin America and the Caribbean. Our people find purpose and do what they love in an inclusive, collaborative, agile, and rewarding environment. About this positionWe are looking for an energetic, detail-oriented, and responsible person to work as a Corporate Services Senior Analyst in the Office of Protocol. As a Corporate Service Senior Analyst, you will provide proactive professional support to the Office of Protocol in high-level events and daily operations.You will work in the Office of Protocol, which is part of the Office of the Secretary. The Office of the Secretary provides services for the IDB and IIC Boards of Governors and Boards of Executive Directors (including their internal committees), the MIF Donors Committee, and senior management. What you'll do:Coordinate and execute the planning and organization of all ceremonial aspects of official meetings, including the IDB/IIC Annual Meeting and the Governor's regional meetings.Guide and apply the observance of the order of precedence at all official events that take place in the Bank.Prepare executive summaries, bios, minute-by-minute programs, scripts, and talking points for Annual Meetings and regional Governors' meetings.Generate key indicators to measure the efficiency of services provided by the Protocol Office and create instructional infographics.Draft protocolary correspondence, including verbal notes with country members, States, and embassies.Oversee the updating and implementation of policies related to the Representation of Expenses of officials and the use of Symbols of the Bank.Prepare, edit, and revise invitations and general correspondences related to official events.Coordinate high-level visits to the Bank, including coordinating with IDB Security before their arrival to expedite their access to the Bank's facilities.Coordinate the periodical review of key documents such as the Section's Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), diplomatic lists, heads of state and head of government lists, and the Protocol Handbook.Lead the preparation and execution of National Day celebrations at the Bank, which includes liaising with country members' offices and overseeing the overall organization of these events.Administrative skills: Manage the agenda and travel expenses for the Office of Protocol.  Create executive presentations, reports, and minutes.  What you'll need Education: Bachelor's degree in social sciences, political science, or international relations or other related fields. A master's degree is preferred.Experience: At least two years of experience in international diplomacy and international organizations. Effective interpersonal, management, and negotiation skills are validated through successful stakeholder interaction. Proven ability in team management and collaboration.Languages:  Proficiency in English and Spanish. A working understanding of French and/or Portuguese is desirable. Key skillsLearn continuously.Collaborate and share knowledge.Focus on clients.Communicate and influence.Innovate and try new things. RequirementsCitizenship: You are a citizen of one of our 48-member countries. We may offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your eligible dependents.Consanguinity: You have no family members (up to the fourth degree of consanguinity and second degree of affinity, including spouse) working at the IDB, IDB Invest, or IDB Lab. Type of contract and durationInternational staff contract, 36 months initially, renewable upon mutual agreement. What we offerThe IDB Group provides benefits that respond to the different needs and moments of an employee's life. These benefits include:A competitive compensation package, including an annual base salary expressed on a net-of-tax basis.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 that covers medical, dental, vision, preventive care, and prescription drugs.Pension plan: defined benefit pension plan that provides financial security and supports 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 well-being:  Access to our Health Services Center that 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 cultureAt the IDB Group, we work so everyone brings their best and authentic selves to work, willing to try new approaches without fear, and where they are accountable and rewarded for their actions.Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) are at the center of our organization. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and encourage women, LGBTQ+ people, persons with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job interview process. If you are a qualified candidate with a disability, please e-mail us at diversity@iadb.org to request a reasonable accommodation to complete this application.Our Human Resources Team reviews carefully every application About the IDB GroupThe IDB Group, composed of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), IDB Invest, and the IDB Lab, offers flexible financing solutions to its member countries to finance economic and social development through lending and grants to public and private entities in Latin America and the Caribbean. About IDBThe Inter-American Development Bank is devoted to improving lives. Established in 1959, the IDB is a leading source of long-term financing for economic, social, and institutional development in Latin America and the Caribbean. The IDB also conducts cutting-edge research and provides policy advice, technical assistance, and training to public and private sector clients throughout the region. Follow us: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inter-american-development-bank/https://www.facebook.com/IADB.orghttps://twitter.com/the_IDB This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support.Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility.Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here : Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations. Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre.

The IDB Group is a community of diverse, versatile, and passionate people who come together on a journey to improve lives in Latin America and TheCaribbean. Our people find purpose and do what they love in an inclusive, collaborative, agile, and rewarding environment. About this positionWe are looking for a motivated, strategic, and innovative professional to join our Resource Mobilization Division (ORP/REM) to coordinate teams from across the IDB Group to enhance the IDB Group's outreach and partnerships, resource mobilization, and knowledge and communications activities. The position requires a thorough knowledge of the socioeconomic development challenges in the Latin American and Caribbean region and a profound understanding of the implications of diverse activities for the Group's overall mission.The REM Division, under the Office of Outreach and Partnerships (ORP), plays a pivotal role in leading the mobilization of additional financing to public and private interventions in the IDB Group, in coordination with Vice Presidencies of Country (VPC), Sector (VPS), Finance and Administration (VPF), respectively, IDB Invest, IDB Lab, and other relevant units. Aligned with the new institutional strategy, "IDBImpact IDBStrategy+", the team continues to scale up and multiply its efforts to develop and manage partners from the private and emerging sectors towards the creation and promotion of new investment opportunities in and for the LAC region while maintaining relations with the traditional public partners. What you'll do:Strengthen and extend the IDB Group's strategic alliances and dialogue with our existing key stakeholders based on a systematic analysis of their context and priorities in coordination with our Office in Europe (EUR), our Office in Asia (ASI), and the Grants and Co-financing Management Unit (GCM).Coordinate interdisciplinary working groups to develop and implement new partnerships while ensuring alignment with the IDB Group's strategy and priorities.Expand our partners' base by developing action plans for new segments such as philanthropies and non-IDB member countries.Support the team in the day-to-day institutional relationship with existing partners.Support the technical teams in managing the partner/donor relationship during the execution phase of existing partnerships.Enhance existing mobilization efforts by further expanding engagement with partners, including companies, foundations, universities, and non-government organizations, and identifying and mapping new key private players in the development community.Develop and implement partnerships, resource mobilization strategies, and action plans for innovative resource mobilization instruments such as credit substitution guarantees and hybrid capital.Produce and present reports on results and metrics of external outreach and/or stakeholder management efforts as appropriate in coordination with relevant departments.Support the production of key high-level events and seminars as appropriate.Contribute to efforts shaping the IDB Group's resource mobilization strategy and partnershipor product-specific strategies.Provide guidance and share lessons learned with more junior staff and consultants in outreach, partnerships, and resource mobilization engagement. What you'll needEducation: A master's degree (or equivalent advanced degree) in business administration, finance, economics, communication, international development, international relationships, or other fields relevant to the role's responsibilities.Experience: At least three years of relevant professional experience for Associates and four years of relevant professional experience for Senior Associates, including strategic outreach and partnerships and resource mobilization activities. Understanding the socio-economic development challenges in the Latin American and Caribbean region and knowledge of diverse activities for the IDB Group's overall mission are required.Languages: Proficiency in English and one of the other Bank's official languages (Spanish, French, or Portuguese) is required.Key skillsLearn continuously.Collaborate & Share knowledge.Focus on clients.Communicate and influence.Innovate and take risks. RequirementsCitizenship: You are a citizen of one of our 48-member countries. We may offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your eligible dependents.Consanguinity: You have no family members (up to the fourth degree of consanguinity and second degree of affinity, including spouse) working at the IDB, IDB Invest, or IDB Lab. Type of contract and durationInternational staff contract, 36 months initially, renewable upon mutual agreement. What we offerThe IDB group provides benefits that respond to the different needs and moments of an employee's life. These benefits include:A competitive compensation package, including an annual base salary expressed on a net-of-tax basis.Leaves and vacations: 24 days of paid time off + 8 personal days + sick leave + gender-neutral parental leaveHealth Insurance: IDB Group provides employees and eligible dependents with a robust medical benefits program that covers medical, dental, vision, preventive care, and prescription drugs.Pension plan: defined benefit pension plan that provides financial security and supports 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 well-being: 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 cultureAt the IDB Group, we work so everyone brings their best and authentic selves to work, willing to try new approaches without fear, and where they are accountable and rewarded for their actions.Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) are at the center of our organization. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and encourage women, LGBTQ+ people, persons with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job interview process. If you are a qualified candidate with a disability, please e-mail us at diversity@iadb.org to request a reasonable accommodation to complete this application.Our Human Resources Team reviews carefully every application. About the IDB GroupThe IDB Group, composed of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), IDB Invest, and the IDB Lab offers flexible financing solutions to its member countries to finance economic and social development through lending and grants to public and private entities in Latin America and the Caribbean. About IDBThe Inter-American Development Bank is devoted to improving lives. Established in 1959, the IDB is a leading source of long-term financing for economic, social, and institutional development in Latin America and the Caribbean. The IDB also conducts innovative research and provides policy advice, technical assistance, and training to public and private sector clients throughout the region. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position: Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost). Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support. Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to  the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.): Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. 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The IDB Group is a community of diverse, versatile, and passionate people who come together on a journey to improve lives in Latin America and the Caribbean. Our people find purpose and do what they love in an inclusive, collaborative, agile, and rewarding environment.  About this position: We are seeking Lead Evaluation Specialists to join OVE's team to evaluate all aspects of IDB's and IDB Invest's work.  The Office of Evaluation and Oversight (OVE) is responsible for evaluating all aspects of the IDB Group's work. OVE undertakes independent and systematic evaluations of the IDB Group's strategies, policies, programs, activities, delivery support functions, and systems. It disseminates the evaluations' findings so that recommendations for improvement can be used in the design, appraisal, and execution of new operations, providing oversight and support for enhancing the effectiveness of the IDB Group's evaluation system.  What you'll do: Undertake and Lead Evaluations: design and lead, or support as a senior team member, complex evaluations on topics related to the development effectiveness of IDB and IDB Invest programs and operations, as well as corporate issues. Support IDB Group's Self-Evaluation System: support the development of a strong self-evaluation system by reviewing and validating management self-evaluations of public and private sector operations. Contribute to Outreach: interact with and build relationships with IDB and IDB Invest operational staff, clients, academic and research institutions, evaluation offices in partner institutions, and other relevant stakeholders to further knowledge sharing and the development of evaluation capacity. Support to OVE's Mission: contribute to other activities aimed at furthering OVE's mission and improving the quality of its work, notably by providing technical or methodological advice; providing guidance to and mentoring junior staff, research fellows, and consultants; leading or contributing to the development of other evaluation products; and actively participating in ad hoc working groups and other OVE initiatives.   What you'll need: Education: Masters or (preferred) PhD in evaluation, economics, finance, public policy, or related field, with solid knowledge of evaluation methods (quantitative and qualitative) and international development issues Experience: At least 15 years of relevant experience in economic development with a focus on leading and contributing to evaluative and analytical work, as demonstrated by the authorship of major evaluation reports, flagship reports, and publications in peer-reviewed journals. Experience with public policy or private sector investment in developing countries with a focus on one or more of the following areas:  Regional growth and reduction of poverty and income disparities, climate change and infrastructure, Synergies between the public and private sectors to accelerate the achievement of development outcomes, including through private capital mobilization. Experience working with, or exposure to, portfolio data of IDB, IDB Invest, or other international financial institutions and with methodologies for evaluation of public and private sector operations for the preparation of IDB's Project Completion Reports (PCRs) and IDB Invest's Expanded Supervision Reports (XSRs) or similar reports in other international financial institutions. Demonstrated knowledge of the development challenges facing Latin America and Caribbean countries is an important plus. Experience with public or private financing instruments (e.g., public policy lending or investment loans; loans to private companies, equity investments, guarantees) and experience with, or exposure to, IDB and IDB Invest's (or other international financial institution) operational strategies, policies and procedures, and performance standards is also a plus. Experience with macroeconomic modeling is a plus.  Language: Proficiency in English is required. Additional knowledge of Spanish, French or Portuguese a plus. Spanish is highly desirable so if you are not proficient, we will ask you to commit to learning once you join us, since the skill is essential for long-term success in this role.   Technical Skills:  ·        Mentor and develop.·        Promote Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging.·        Focus on clients.·        Communicate and influence.·        Innovate and try new things. Requirements Citizenship: You are a citizen of one of our 48-member countries. We may assist you and your eligible dependents with relocation and visa applications. Consanguinity: You have no family members (up to the fourth degree of consanguinity and second degree of affinity, including spouse) working at the IDB, IDB Invest, or IDB Lab.  Type of contract and duration International staff contract, 36 months initially, renewable upon mutual agreement.  What we offer The IDB Group provides benefits that respond to an employee's life's different needs and moments. These benefits include: A competitive compensation package, including an annual base salary expressed on a net-of-tax basis.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 that covers medical, dental, vision, preventive care, and prescription drugs. Pension plan: defined benefit pension plan that provides financial security and supports employees in planning 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 well-being:  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, and mobility options, among others. Other perks: lactation room, daycare center, gym, bike racks, parking, spouse career program, and others.  Our culture: At the IDB Group, we work so everyone brings their best and authentic selves to work, willing to try new approaches without fear, and where they are accountable and rewarded for their actions. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) are central to our organization's core values. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and encourage women, LGBTQ+ people, persons with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job interview process. If you are a qualified candidate with a disability, please e-mail us at diversity@iadb.org  to request a reasonable accommodation to complete this application. Our Human Resources Team reviews carefully every application. About the IDB GroupThe IDB Group, composed of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), IDB Invest, and the IDB Lab, offers flexible financing solutions to its member countries to finance economic and social development through lending and grants to public and private entities in Latin America and the Caribbean.  About IDBThe Inter-American Development Bank is devoted to improving lives. Established in 1959, it is a leading source of long-term financing for economic, social, and institutional development in Latin America and the Caribbean. The IDB also conducts cutting-edge research and provides policy advice, technical assistance, and training to public and private sector clients throughout the region. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position: Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost). Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support. Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to  the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.): Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility. Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here: Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations. Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre.​