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About this position

We are looking for a highly analytical, strategic, and detail-oriented Applied Economics Consultant. As an Applied Economics Consultant, you will provide direct strategic support to the Vice President for Finance and Administration by preparing ad-hoc applied economic analyses on various topics related to the Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) region. Advanced expertise in economic analysis, statistics, and public administration is expected to effectively perform this role.

You will work as part of the Vice Presidency for Finance and Administration (VPF). This team mobilizes and manages the Bank’s resources and oversees the provision of support services, ensuring effective and efficient performance across the Budget, Corporate Procurement, Administrative Services, Staff Retirement Plan, and Financial Services and Instruments.

What you’ll do

• Conduct ad-hoc and periodic reporting (including monthly briefs) for the VPF, drawing from quantitative and qualitative research, econometric exercises, causal inference estimations, and scenario analysis to support institutional decision-making.
• Monitor global and regional monetary and financial developments, including currency dynamics, structural changes in the international monetary system, and innovations such as CBDCs (Central Bank Digital Currency), stablecoins, distributed ledger technologies (DLT), and financial market infrastructures.
• Assess subregional and country-level economic and financial conditions, covering fiscal and monetary policy, debt sustainability, external financing needs, and key commodity and labor market dynamics linked to FX reserves, fiscal/monetary frameworks, and debt management.
• Run consultations across IDB departments, country offices, and knowledge sectors to gather timely information and coordinate inputs that respond to the VPF’s requests and institutional priorities.
• Provide tailored analytical support ranging from financial modeling and disbursement scenarios to thematic analyses (e.g., sector programs, public finance, or regional initiatives), in support of lending envelope design, pipeline planning, and strategic decision-making.
• Apply political economy frameworks to link regional political developments with market outcomes, identifying risks and opportunities for IDB operations and broader institutional strategy.
• Review and synthesize MDB (Multilateral Development Banks) and IDB working documents (e.g., board papers, country program evaluations, regional initiatives, loan proposals, methodological guidelines, technical cooperation projects, and reform programs), contributing to institutional knowledge products and statistical frameworks, while maintaining coherence with international standards and interinstitutional practices (IMF (International Monetary Fund), BIS (Bank of International Settlements), and related committees). This support will also extend to the VPF’s participation in internal committees through concise analysis and recommendations.
• Prepare executive briefs and financial documentation (transactions, issuances, debt management trends) for the VPF’s ready reference, and systematize applied lessons from MDBs, international institutions, and working groups, with emphasis on public finance, sovereign debt, capital markets, and financial risk management.

What you'll need

• Education: Master’s degree in Legal, Finance, Business Administration, Public Policy, or other fields relevant to the responsibilities of the role.

• Experience: At least 5 years of progressive experience in Economics, strategy management, and public administration.

• 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. 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

• Consultant:
- International consultant: International consultant Full-Time, 36 months

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.

-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 well-being: Access to our Health Services Center that provides preventive care and health education for employees.

-Other perks (country specific): Lactation Room, Daycare Center, Gym, Bike Racks, Parking, spouse career support, 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.