Consultant to support technical cooperation project “Lessons learned from cash transfers implementation during the COVID-19 pandemic” (RG-T4246)
Post of duty: Washington DC- USA
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About this position
The Social Protection and Health Division (SPH) is looking for a consultant to support the implementation of technical cooperation project “Lessons learned from cash transfers implementation during the COVID-19 pandemic” (RG-T4246). The general objective of this project is to provide inputs for the improvement of the cash transfer systems in English speaking and Caribbean countries, with focus on shock-responsiveness and gender equality. The specific objectives include: (i) document the experience of cash transfer program implementation in English speaking and Caribbean countries during the COVID-19 pandemic, and extract lessons for future social protection systems, with focus on shock-responsiveness, social registries and digital payments; (ii) document the experience of complementing the implementation of cash transfers during the COVID-19 pandemic with services focused on addressing gender-based violence, as well as other initiatives aimed to increasing gender equality; (iii) facilitate the dialogue on these topics among English speaking and Caribbean countries.
The Social Sector (SCL) is a multidisciplinary team convinced that investing in people is the way to improve lives and overcome the development challenges in Latin America and the Caribbean. Jointly with the countries in the region, the Social Sector formulates public policy solutions to reduce poverty and improve the delivery of education, work, social protection, and health services. The objective is to advance a more productive region, with equal opportunities for men and women, and greater inclusion of the most vulnerable groups.
The Social Protection and Health Division (SPH) is tasked with the preparation and supervision of IDB operations in borrowing member countries in the areas of social protection (safety nets and transfers and services for social inclusion which include: early childhood development, youth programs, care services for dependency, among others), health (health capital investment strategies, health networks strengthening, health system financing, organization and performance, etc.) and nutrition.
The Social Protection and Health Division (SPH) is currently looking for a consultant to support the implementation of technical cooperation project “Lessons learned from cash transfers implementation during the COVID-19 pandemic” (RG-T4246).
What you’ll do:
The selected candidate will:
Support policy dialogue with among English speaking and Caribbean countries, focused on: the experience of cash transfer program implementation during the COVID-19 pandemic, and extract lessons for future social protection systems, with focus on shock-responsiveness, social registries and digital payments; the experience of complementing the implementation of cash transfers during the COVID-19 pandemic with services focused on addressing gender-based violence, as well as other initiatives aimed to increasing gender equality. Support the organization and implementation of virtual and in-person policy dialogue events. Support the elaboration and application of a toolkit for the assessment of cash transfer systems in the participating countries. Support the production of a technical note including: a critical analysis of the cash transfer systems as they were before the COVID-19 crisis; an analysis of the response to the COVID-19 crisis; a discussion on how these systems can be used in response to climate change (to protect those who suffer the damages of climate change, to incentivize the preparedness, and to protect biodiversity); a discussion on how to incorporate initiatives focused on addressing gender-based violence, as well as on increasing gender equality; a discussion of the importance of digital tools, especially social registries and systems of electronic payment; recommendations for future reform. Support the publication and dissemination of the products of the project. Contribute to the production of reports and documentation related to the project.
What you'll need
Education: Master’s degree in public health, public policy, economics, business administration, finance, international development, social policy, or another relevant field or equivalent. Experience: At least (5) years of relevant professional experience or the equivalent of education and experience. Languages: Ability to read, write and speak Spanish and English is required, knowledge of Portuguese and/or French is desirable.Core and Technical Competencies:
Capacity to work independently. Project Management and monitoring skills Ability to design and produce analytical reports. Ability for multidisciplinary work Ability and willingness to work with local authorities.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. 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: 18 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 Group we work so everyone brings their best and authentic selves to work, willing to try new approaches without fear, and where they are accountable and rewarded for their actions.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) are at the center of our organization. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and encourage women, LGBTQ+ people, persons with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job interview process. If you are a qualified candidate with a disability, please e-mail us at diversity@iadb.org to request reasonable accommodation to complete this application.
Our Human Resources Team reviews carefully every application.
About the IDB Group
The IDB Group, composed of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), IDB Invest, and the IDB Lab offers flexible financing solutions to its member countries to finance economic and social development through lending and grants to public and private entities in Latin America and the Caribbean.
About IDB
We work to improve lives in Latin America and the Caribbean. Through financial and technical support for countries working to reduce poverty and inequality, we help improve health and education and advance infrastructure. Our aim is to achieve development in a sustainable, climate-friendly way. With a history dating back to 1959, today we are the leading source of development financing for Latin America and the Caribbean. We provide loans, grants, and technical assistance; and we conduct extensive research. We maintain a strong commitment to achieving measurable results and the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and accountability.
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