IDB Invest is the private sector arm of the IDB Group and an international financial institution committed to addressing the development needs of Latin America and the Caribbean. Our mission is to support sustainable enterprises and projects that deliver financial results while maximizing social and environmental impact in the region.
IDB Invest operates in 26 countries, structured across four geographic regions and three industry verticals: Infrastructure and Energy, Financial Intermediaries, and Corporates.
In support of a new transformative business model “Originate to Share” our shareholders recently approved a $3.5 billion capitalization. This will allow IDB Invest to significantly scale up its investments, nearly doubling annual financing from approximately $8 billion to $19 billion, and unlocking greater private sector participation to drive development and climate impact across the region.
The Strategy, Planning and Synergies Office (SPK) provides the backbone to articulate and deploy strategic priorities across the Group, including through developing and implementing the strategic direction provided by IDB Invest's basic strategic documents (eg, business plan, country strategies), and creating value by coordinating different parts of the organization: realizing synergies between business units, fostering the exchange of best practices or providing centralized shared services
Strategy formulation:
Private sector country diagnostics:
Education: An advanced degree (at least a Master's, MBA, or equivalent) in Economics, Business Administration, international development, public administration or related disciplines.
Experience: At least 5 years of professional experience in applied economic or sector analytical work/ strategy development (infrastructure, corporates or financial markets). Candidate must feel comfortable applying quantitative and qualitative approaches to economic and sector issues, as well as following real-time market development information to inform strategy. Knowledge of private-public sector issues, knowledge and/or experience working with private sector actors, development organizations or management consulting is relevant for this position, as well as knowledge of Latin America and the Caribbean economies.
Language Skills: Proficiency in Spanish and English, spoken and written, is required. Additional knowledge of French and Portuguese is preferable.
Citizenship: Must be eligible to work in job location(s) without the need for sponsorship.
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.
National consultant Full-Time, 12 months (up to 48 months, if applicable).
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
At the IDB Group, 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.
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