Strategic Planning and Knowledge Division (DSP/SPK) Strategy Consultant

USA

IDB Invest

Strategic Planning and Knowledge Division (DSP/SPK) Strategy Consultant

Location:

The IDB INVEST, a member of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) Group, is a multilateral organization based in Washington, D.C., that is committed to the development of Latin America and the Caribbean through the private sector.

About this position:

The Knowledge and Strategic Planning Division (SPK) provides the backbone to articulate and deploy strategic priorities across the Group. In essence, the function creates value for the organization through the following objectives: (i) provide leadership in the development of corporate, institutional and country strategy; (ii) develop and implement the strategic direction provided by IDB Invest's basic strategic documents (eg, business plan, country strategies); (iii) create value by coordinating different parts of the organization: realizing synergies between business units, fostering the exchange of best practices or providing centralized shared services (eg planning support); (iv) adopt the role of corporate navigator; identify interdependencies and allow strategic decision making; (v) lead IDB Invest's efforts to become a knowledge-driven institution with a focus on internal knowledge management; (vi) coordinate the identification, mapping, generation, recording, retention, and dissemination of knowledge throughout the organization; and (vii) articulate and generate actionable knowledge at the country level. SPK is also leading efforts to develop the IDB Invest Proposal for a New Vision and Business Model (Resolution CII-AG-3/23).

What you’ll do:

The Officer will focus on conducting analytical work at the sector level, and in particular, but not limited to, transport, and health and education infrastructure, as well as assess the quality of Public-Private Partnerships regulatory frameworks across Latin America and the Caribbean. The consultant will also help implement pilots of some of the recommendations of the OVE’s IDB Invest evaluation (CII/RE-2) on country strategies, and some of the analytical elements of the new vision and business model for IDB Invest (such as a more effective identification of sectors, markets and instruments based on the comparative advantages of the institution, and deeper and more frequent dialogue with key stakeholders). The main tasks will be to:

What you’ll need:

· Education: An advanced degree (at least Master, MBA, or equivalent) in Economics or related field.

· Experience: At least 7 years of professional experience on applied sector analytical, strategic and/or operational work. Candidate must feel comfortable with the application of quantitative and qualitative approaches to economic and sector issues. Knowledge of private-public sector issues, and knowledge and/or experience in Latin America and the Caribbean, and/or management consulting, is desirable.

Core and Technical Competencies:

· Technical expertise: has strong economics skills, the ability to interpret and use results of empirical economic papers on private sector development and general economic analysis. Demonstrates experience working with country level data such as World Development Indicators, and/or firm-level data such as Enterprise Surveys.

· Software: Experience working with Microsoft Office.

· Country Knowledge, Policy and Dialogue: Builds knowledge of client countries and regions and applies that understanding to the development of IDB Invest policy, strategy, dialogue and stakeholder relationships.

· Relationship Management: Manages internal or external clients and their needs by building relationships, maintaining contact, and gathering a deep understanding of their function or business.

· Collaboration, Teamwork and Inclusion: Works cooperatively with others independent of background or organizational role and takes a team based and inclusive approach to projects and decision making. Takes personal responsibility to meet target dates and quality standards; has high motivation, initiative, a positive attitude, team spirit, and the capacity to work comfortably in a diverse environment.

· Innovation and Creativity: Develops imaginative ideas and solutions through creativity, experimentation and critical thinking; adjusts to changing needs, and prioritize among evolving tasks.

· Communication and Influence: Communicates effectively and leverages relationships and strategies to influence others.

· Client Focus: Understands client needs and provides services that meet their expectations for quality and performance; meets IDB Invest’s expectations for ethical behavior.

· Quality and Efficiency delivers results efficiently in support of the team, works under pressure and flexibly on a range of assignments; creates and/or implements standards of excellence for products and services ensuring consistency, accuracy, reliability and efficiency. Continuously seeks new ways to make processes run smoother and faster to enhance outcomes.

Requirements:

· Citizenship: If you are not a citizen of United States of America we may offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your eligible dependents.

· Type of contract: Consultant full time.

· Length of contract: 5 months.

· Location: Headquarters, Washington DC.

· Responsible person: Managing Director, Strategic Knowledge and Planning Division.

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 package.

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