We improve lives
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.
The IDB, through the Productivity, Trade and Innovation Sector (PTI) provides funding, technical assistance and knowledge products to support governments in key action areas such as: productive development, firm-level innovation, digital transformation, entrepreneurship, creative industries, business climate, trade and investment facilitation, export promotion and investment attraction, trade negotiations, public-private synergies, tourism, rural development, and agriculture.
About this position
We are seeking a highly motivated Sector Lead Specialist to support PTI team. This role encompasses analytical, operational, and corporate responsibilities, with a strong emphasis on bridging knowledge and operations. The selected candidate will act as a key liaison between these areas and will contribute actively to strategic initiatives and corporate priorities aligned with the sectorโs goals.
What youโll do
- Coordinate and monitor technical and analytical knowledge work related to PTIโs operations portfolio and provide recommendations to improve processes to increase efficiency and productivity.
- Support the design of lending and non-lending operations by providing technical input during project preparation, including the development of diagnostic assessments, results frameworks, economic analyses, and strategic alignment with country and bank priorities.
- Contribute to the supervision of ongoing operations, ensuring the effective implementation of project activities, the timely achievement of milestones, and the application of monitoring and evaluation tools to track performance and inform project adjustments and decision-making.
- Participate in the preparation and/or revision of technical notes and analytical work such as Country Strategies, Sector Framework Documents, or other internal operative-related documents.
- Lead and contribute to research initiatives on productivity, trade, and innovation, ensuring alignment with PTIโs operational priorities and leveraging results to advice policy dialogues and project design.
- Participate in Bank-wide working groups, committees, and corporate initiatives related to knowledge management, operational effectiveness, and strategic planning.
- In coordination with each division of PTI, assist project teams in the preparation and review of project analytical documents, with a particular focus on monitoring and evaluation, economic viability and other essential components required for evaluation and project completion reports.
- Provide technical advice on how to strengthen the quality of country and regional policy dialogues on productivity, trade and innovation.
- Offer expert recommendations on business performance and development effectiveness, enhancing the operational efficiency and effectiveness of PTI.
- Coordinate the organization of events with a significant analytical focus such as policy dialogues, brown bag lunches and internal/external seminars.
- Foster collaboration with other divisions and departments within the IDB Group, prioritizing initiatives that align with PTIโs strategic goals.
- Establish and sustain internal and external networks to access and expand knowledge.
What you'll need
Education: Master's degree in Economics, Public Policy, Public Administration, International Trade, Law, Business Administration, or other relevant fields.
Experience: At least 10 years of relevant international working experience (preferably in Latin America and the Caribbean Region) relevant to the duties and responsibilities of the position, particularly related to international development, productivity, innovation and trade.
Languages: Proficiency in English is required, and Spanish is highly desired. Additional knowledge of French and Portuguese is advantageous.
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
- International staff contract, 36 months initially, renewable upon mutual agreement.
- Post of duty: Headquarters-Washington, DC
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.
- 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 supports 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 benefits: Lactation Room, Daycare Center, Gym, Bike Racks, Parking, Spouse Career Program, 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.