Operations Specialist/Senior Specialist

Company: Inter-American Development Bank
Location: Washington
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

Job Description - Operations Specialist/Senior Specialist (2400001102)Operations Specialist/Senior SpecialistLocation: Washington DCThe 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 dedicated and driven professional in strategy and program management to join our team. The ideal candidate will collaborate with multiple stakeholders to oversee the implementation of the Institutional Strategy through the new IDB Group Impact Framework and provide valuable insights to support decision-making by senior management and the Board of Directors.You will be part of the Strategic Planning and Monitoring Division (SPD/SMO), which falls under the Office of Strategic Planning and Development Effectiveness (SPD). SPD is responsible for providing technical guidance to foster a culture of results within the Bank, as well as helping innovate its core business and ensure the ongoing effectiveness and efficiency of its products and methods.As part of SPD, the Strategic Planning and Monitoring Division (SPD/SMO), is responsible for:

• Developing the Institutional Strategy and strategic proposals for its implementation, contributing to defining the IDB's role in best serving the evolving needs of its clients.
• Leading the review and design of operational instruments.
• Monitoring the Bank's performance in alignment with the priorities outlined in the Institutional Strategy.
• Administering and monitoring the information system that tracks the performance of SG loan operations.
• Acting as Management's liaison with the Office of Evaluation and Oversight (OVE).
• Ensuring the alignment of the Bank's organizational structure and business processes with its objectives.
• Ensuring that the Bank's information systems support results-based management at all levels.What you'll do:

• Collaborate as part of a team to coordinate the collection of Impact Framework data across the IDB Group.
• Coordinate the reporting on the Impact Framework through a new public website and internal progress dashboard.
• Support the enhancement of the Bank's use of Impact Framework and other performance metrics in planning and decision-making processes.
• Develop strategic assessments and analyses.
• Support the development of periodic reports on Impact Framework progress.
• Contribute to the development of the IDB business plan.
• Develop strategic documents, presentations, and reports to support meetings with senior management.
• Support improvements to business processes and tools.
• Support the capture of the IDB Group's contributions to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
• Develop and maintain relationships with counterparts in comparator organizations.What you'll need
  • Education: Master's degree in public administration, business management, international development, or other fields relevant to the role's responsibilities.
  • Experience: At least five years of relevant professional experience in program or project management, strategy, management consulting, advisory or similar roles.
  • Languages: Proficiency in both spoken and written Spanish and English is required. Additional knowledge of French and Portuguese is preferable.
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience managing projects and programs.
  • Experience working cross-functionally and managing multiple stakeholders.
  • Ability to communicate and influence senior audiences.
  • Strong analytical, qualitative, and problem-solving skills.Requirements
    • Citizenship: You are a citizen of one of our 48-member countries.
    • Consanguinity: You have no family members 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
        • A competitive compensation package.
        • Leaves and vacations: 24 days of paid time off + 8 personal days + sick leave + gender-neutral parental leave.
        • Health Insurance: Robust medical benefits program.
        • Pension plan: Defined benefit pension plan.
        • Assistance with relocation and visa applications.
        • Hybrid and flexible work schedules.
        • Health and well-being: Access to our Health Services Center.
        • Development support: Tools to boost your professional profile.
        • 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.Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) are at the center of our organization.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job interview process.About the IDB GroupThe IDB Group offers flexible financing solutions to its member countries to finance economic and social development.About IDBThe Inter-American Development Bank is devoted to improving lives.
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