We improve lives

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

The Citizen Security Division (IFD/CIS) is looking for a detailed-oriented, proactive, and experienced professional to provide operational and administrative support to manage and coordinate external stakeholder engagement activities. The role also involves support for the coordination, execution, and implementation of the Division's day-to-day administrative and general processes, with a particular focus on stakeholder management the security and criminal justice sector.

The IFD/CIS Division mission is to help countries reduce crime and violence, promote access to justice, and foster more inclusive, secure, and resilient communities. We do this by strengthening institutions, supporting innovation in service delivery, and fostering collaboration between government and civil society. To do so, we support member countries design and implement effective, evidence-based public policies. We also produce cutting-edge research, policy notes, and analytical tools to inform decision-making and improve program effectiveness.

What you’ll do

• Track relevant international agendas and policy trends in citizen security and criminal justice to identify opportunities for strategic engagement and positioning.
• Help identify, prioritize, and articulate themes and initiatives to be advanced through relevant stakeholder engagement.
• Support the design, implementation, and monitoring of work plans for collaborative initiatives between CIS and other stakeholders in the security and criminal justice sector.
• Support the liaison between the division and key partner organizations to ensure objective alignment, joint planning of key initiatives, including the crafting of communication or the provision of technical assistance.
• Help maintain updated stakeholder maps, contact lists, and a list of topics of interest in the citizen security and criminal justice area for all relevant cooperation initiatives.
• Support the organization of stakeholder meetings, workshops, and consultations, including content support for workshops, seminars, and events, as well as logistical and administrative support for engagement activities.
• Draft meeting minutes, summaries, and follow up communications with key stakeholders of the security and criminal justice sector.
• Monitor and document feedback and participation.
• Assist in preparing reports and updates for internal and external audiences.
• Map and identify new potential sources and better strategies for funding the projects and initiatives in the agenda of IFD.

What you'll need

• Education: Master’s degree (or equivalent advanced degree) in Criminology, Public Policy, International Relations, Public Administration, Law, Political Science, Development Economics, or other fields relevant to the responsibilities of the role.
• Experience: At least 5 years of relevant professional experience.
• Languages: Proficiency in Spanish and English, spoken and written, is required. Additional knowledge of French and Portuguese is preferable.

Requirements

• Citizenship: You are a citizen of one of our 48-member countries.
• 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

• Type of contract: International Consultant Full-Time
• Length of contract: 12 months.
• Work Location: On site.

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 packages.
• Leaves and vacations: 2 days per month of contract + gender- neutral parental leave.
• Health Insurance: the IDB Group provides a monthly allowance for the purchase of health insurance.
• Savings plan: The IDB Group cares about your future, depending on the length of the contract, you will receive a monthly savings plan allowance.
• We offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your family when it applies.
• Hybrid and flexible work schedules.
• Development support: We offer learning opportunities to boost your professional profile such as seminars, 1:1 professional counseling, and much more.
• Health and wellbeing: Access to our Health Services Center which provides preventive care and health education for all employees.
• Other perks: Lactation Room, Daycare Center, Gym, Bike Racks, Parking, 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.