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About this position

In the context of the new IDB’s institutional strategy and in alignment with the objectives of IDBImpact+, as well as the expended responsibilities and functions of the Vice Presidency for Countries and Regional Integration and its regional departments, the Department Central America, Haiti, Mexico, Panama and Dominican Republic (CID/CID) is seeking a proactive and experienced Regional Communications Senior Specialist.

This role aims to enhance the Department´s visibility, deepen stakeholder engagement, and lead strategic communications efforts. The ideal candidate will be adept at translating organizational priorities into impactful communication strategies that enhance the organization's influence and reputation at countries and regional levels.

In close collaboration with the Vice Presidency for Countries and Regional Integration (VPC/VPC), the Communications Division (EXC/DCC), other regional managers, and country teams, this role will require a high level of creativity, strategic vision, and adaptability to drive effective messaging across diverse audiences in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.

The Regional Communications Sr. Specialist will report to the Regional Manager of the CID Department and VPC/VPC Sr Communications Coordinator.

What you’ll do

• Serve as a strategic advisor to the IDB senior management, including the Presidency, the Regional Country Management, the Vice Presidencies and the Communications Division to enhance the Bank’s influence and stakeholder engagement. Ensure messaging consistency across internal and external communications to reinforce the organization’s mission, goals, and thought leadership.
• Drive the development and management of strategic media relationships across the countries included in the CID Department, providing high-level editorial guidance and coordination on media interactions, press interviews, and media briefings. Establish and cultivate strong connections with regional influencers and opinion leaders to amplify organizational messaging, including traditional print media as well as digital platforms.
• Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive regional communication strategy for CID, ensuring alignment of institutional priorities and cross-function collaboration with VPC/VPC and the Communications Division while supporting and providing quality assurance for the development of country-level annual communication plans. This strategy should include a proposal for the personnel strategy needed to effectively support communication objectives, including identifying skill gaps, recommending staffing needs, and fostering a collaborative environment across regional communication teams.
• Provide strategic leadership for the Department Central America, Haiti, Mexico, Panama and Dominican Republic’s communications teams, providing strategic guidance to ensure alignment with institutional priorities, positioning the Bank as a key player at the country level, and driving communication activities that spotlight IDB’s initiatives, operations and knowledge agenda. Facilitate peer learning, resource-sharing, and the integration of regional and multi-country campaigns to strengthen coherence and collaboration across countries.
• Proactively shape and execute communication strategies to safeguard the institution’s reputation during crises and high-stakes situations, ensuring timely alerts and coordination with headquarters. Establish and maintain stakeholder trust through accurate, transparent, and impactful messaging.

• Lead the creation and strategic oversight of high-quality content for senior management, including press releases, speeches, video scripts, social media posts, blogs, and talking points for internal and external audiences. Manage the development of promotional and multimedia content, ensuring narratives effectively illustrate the positive impact of the organization’s projects in the region while leveraging knowledge products.

What you'll need

• Education: Master’s degree in communications, Journalism, Marketing, International Development, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, including at least 3 in a leadership role in communications and/or external affairs matters in private or public national/international organizations. Experience in a multilateral development bank or in developing regions is preferred. Strong experience working in the countries included in the CID Department (Belize, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, and Panama), with a deep understanding of its socio-political dynamics and key stakeholders. Proven track record in strategic communications, media relations, and content creation with a demonstrated ability to lead, design, and implement communication initiatives aligned with institutional objectives
• Languages: Proficiency in English and Spanish; knowledge of French is an asset.

Key skills

• Learn continuously
• Collaborate and share knowledge
• 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 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 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: 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 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 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 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.