SPECIAL ADVISOR ON GENDER AND DIVERSITY
Executive Level Position
Washington DC
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 strategic leader with a clear track record on championing gender and diversity initiatives, as well as demonstrated ability in influencing policy to become the Special Advisor on Gender and Diversity for the IDB Group. By exercising thought leadership and providing high-level advice to the President of the Bank and Senior Executives, the Special Advisor plays a pivotal role to advance IDB Groupโs agenda on gender and diversity to achieve development for Latin America and the Caribbean in a sustainable, climate-friendly way.
Reporting directly to the President, The Special Advisor on Gender and Diversity will be responsible for enhancing coordination and fostering synergies within the IDB Group and with external partners on Gender and Diversity issues in order to achieve greater impact. The Office will be actively involved with initiatives to elevate and advocate with internal and external audiences. It also will support the monitoring of the IDB Groupโs programming process and prioritization of analytical work to ensure Gender and Diversity issues are well reflected in its operational and knowledge generation portfolio. The Office will advise the President of the Bank on the respective Action Plans, development impact of IDB Group financed activities and related corporate affairs.
What youโll do:
Provide advice to the President of the Bank and senior executives of the IDB Group (VPs and CEOs of IDB Invest and IDB Lab) to advance IDB Groupโs agenda on gender and diversity. Operationalize the newly established Office of the Special Advisor on Gender and Diversity, providing thought leadership and direction. Lead the annual planning, implementation, and supervision of the Officeโs work program, while also monitoring the quality of outputs, achievement of long-term goals, and annual objectives and KPIโs for the Office. Collaborate and develop a synergistic engagement between the Offices of the Special Advisors on Gender and Diversity and the IDBG organizational units working on these issues, in particular with the Vice Presidency for Sectors and Knowledge (VPS), the Social Sector (SCL), the Human Resources Department (HRD) and the Budget and Administrative Services Department (BDA) of the IDB, the Strategy and Development Department (DSP) and the Finance and Administration Department (FNA) of BID Invest, and the Strategy and Impact Unit (STI) of IDB Lab. Coordinate the preparation of the multi-year Gender and Diversity Action Plan for the IDB Group as well as its annual reporting. Participate and, in some circumstances, represent the President of the Bank in high-level external events. Support the monitoring of the programming process in relation to IDB Groupโs Gender and Diversity targets. Participate in the prioritization of gender and diversity issues in the knowledge agenda across IDB Group. In collaboration with the Office of Outreach Partnership (ORP), coordinate the preparation of the IDB Group positions for G20 and MDB sherpas meetings on Gender and Diversity. Coordinate the IDB Groupโs high-level external communications on Gender and Diversity issues in collaboration with internal organizational units. Enhance the internal visibility of Gender and Diversity at the IDB Group.The Special Advisor would operate as per delegation of the President of the Bank and participate at his/her request in Executive Management committee meetings.
What you'll need
Education: A Masterโs degree in gender and development, sustainability, global development, or other fields relevant to the responsibilities of the role. A PhD is a plus. Experience: At least 15 years of progressive experience in leading high impact initiatives at the global and regional level towards advancing gender and diversity initiatives, with at least 10 years at the senior leadership level. In-depth knowledge of the contemporary global, regional, political, and social economic issues related to gender and diversity, with a proven track record of movement building and the ability to navigate complex policy landscapes. You possess strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively influence and work with all levels of staff and internal and external counterparts, including senior management, the Board of Executive Directors, external stakeholders, among others. Proven record of working collaboratively and fostering a synergistic engagement environment. Demonstrated ability to think both strategically and creatively, using data and audience understanding to influence internal and external stakeholders. Languages: Proficiency in English and one of the other Bank official languages (Spanish, French or Portuguese) is required.Key skills
Executive and managerial track:
Mentor and develop Promote Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Build Lean and Versatile teams Lead change and Transformation Create PartnershipsRequirements
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:
International staff contract, 36 months initially, renewable upon mutual agreement.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: Sep 26, 2023 External Closing Date: Oct 15, 2023 External Contact Email: hrsc@iadb.org Job Field: MGT Executive