Leadership and Employee Development Division Chief
Washington D.C.
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
We are looking for a Human Resources senior leader to spearhead the Leadership and Employee Development Division, within the Human Resources Department (HRD) of the IDB.
The successful candidate will have solid experience in planning, developing, implementing, and administering impactful development and training programs in a multinational environment. The Leadership and Employee Development Division Chief manages a team dedicated to formulating and implementing programs to develop IDB Group employeesโ skills in direct response to the needs of the strategic business areas, focusing on promoting a Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive environment. The successful candidate will act as a trusted advisor to the Human Resources General Manager on organizational development and training for IDB Group-wide employee growth experience.
The Human Resources Department is responsible for the administration and development of the human capital of the IDB Group. The main functions of the department include managing the entire employee lifecycle, overseeing the implementation of the People Strategy, and implementing programs and methodologies in direct support of the IDBโs mission. HRD is also dedicated to deliver human centered experiences and strategically partnering with professionals who are passionate about improving lives in Latin America and the Caribbean. Working with us, you will be surrounded by a diverse group of people who have years of experience in all types of development fields, including transportation, health, gender and diversity, communications, and much more.
What youโll do:
Leads the conceptualization and/or implementation of learning and organizational development programs and cutting-edge HR management tools, ensuring relevance, compliance, client satisfaction, and application across the Bank. Together with other HRD Divisions and with the IDB Group's organizational units, models and pilots HRD programs that advance learning, organizational development, engagement, change management, teamwork, institutional alignment, high performance, workforce planning of the Bank in the field of HR. Guarantee that programs developed are aligned to and advance the agenda of the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Framework. Works to promote knowledge-sharing and lessons learned with other HRD organizational units, to increased HR skills and capability. Establishes strategic partnerships and promotes the building of relationships between HRD and the business units throughout the Institution. Interacts closely with the other HRD Divisions to ensure the completeness and integration of HR concepts, programs, and services, teaming up across the Department and ensuring quality of delivery. Champions change across the institution as well as within HRD strategy and policy. Takes a comprehensive and strategic approach to communicating and enacting change with the different stakeholders. Establishes key metrics and statistics, and monitors progress toward objectives. Integrates both hard and anecdotal data to analyze the impact and results of HRD initiatives. Leads, coaches, manages, and establishes goals and agendas for his/her team in alignment with institutional and HRD priorities. Assesses performance in a regular manner and provides feedback, and technical guidance to optimize performance and enhance service delivery quality. Provides thought leadership and direction to the Division. Leads the annual planning, implementation, and supervision of the Division's work program. Monitors the quality of outputs, achievement of long-term goals, and annual objectives for the Division. Works to align the strategies, policies, and programs of the Division with the IDB Group's strategic direction and with client Department needs. Listens, interprets, and works directly with the business units in understanding business requirements; demands & ensures client orientation and responsiveness in the provision of HR services.What you'll need
Education Requirement: Master's degree or equivalent advanced degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or other fields relevant to the responsibilities of the role. A degree in Strategic HR Management, Organizational Development, Economics, Business Administration, or studies related to the delivery of international development programs is/are a plus.
Relevant Experience Requirements: At least 15 years of relevant experience leading and managing projects, managing teams, initiating conceptual developments, and delivering results. Proven track record leading organizational development and training initiatives for multinational organizations. Candidates should possess a keen understanding of the work of multilateral development organizations, with comprehensive views of how HR operates as a strategic partner to the business. Experience in leading teams at large-scale organizations, including broad experience, at a similar level, coordinating multidisciplinary teams to develop complex projects and HR initiatives. Proven experience in driving change initiatives and leading best-in-class diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
Language Requirements: Excellent verbal and written communications skills in English. Working knowledge of Spanish, Portuguese, or French is a plus.
Key skills
Mentor and develop: Develops talent through assignments, programs, and hands-on coaching. Promote Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: Builds diverse teams, and ensures equity, equal access, and inclusion in decision-making. Build Lean and Versatile teams: Creates teams that are nimble, cost-efficient, and can adapt quickly and expertly to new challenges and opportunities. Lead change and Transformation: Champions projects and initiatives that lead to significant change and innovation. Create Partnerships: Increases impact and scalability through strategic internal and external partnerships.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
What we offer
The IDB group provides benefits that respond to the different needs and moments of an employeeโs life. These benefits include:
A competitive compensation package, including an annual base salary expressed on a net- of-tax basis Leaves and vacations: 24 days of paid time off + 8 personal days + sick leave + gender- neutral parental leave Health Insurance: IDB Group provides employees and eligible dependents with a robust medical benefits program which covers medical, dental, vision, preventive care, and prescription drugs. Pension plan: defined benefit pension plan that provides financial security and support employees in planning for their future. We offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your family, when it applies Hybrid and flexible work schedules Health and wellbeing: Access to our Health Services Center which provides preventive care and health education for employees. Development support: We offer tools to boost your professional profile such as mentoring, 1:1 professional counseling, training and learning opportunities, language classes, mobility options, among others. Other perks: Lactation Room, Daycare Center, Gym, Bike Racks, Parking, Spouse Career Program, 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
The Inter-American Development Bank is devoted to improving lives. Established in 1959, the IDB is a leading source of long-term financing for economic, social and institutional development in Latin America and the Caribbean. The IDB also conducts cutting-edge research and provides policy advice, technical assistance and training to public and private sector clients throughout the region.
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External Opening Date: Aug 10, 2023 External Closing Date: Sep 1, 2023 External Contact Email: hrsc@iadb.org External Contact Name: HR Service Center Job Field: Business Leader