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About this position

CSD/CCS is looking for an experienced professional with experience in climate policy, transparency and monitoring, reporting, and verification (MRV) for mitigation and adaptation to climate change, to support the deployment of the IDB Climate Linked Incentive Mechanism for Ambition (IDB CLIMA). As a consultant, you will focus on interventions that promote adaptation to climate change and you will support the IDB CLIMA Pilot Program team and the rest of the climate change division in the operationalization of the Pilot Program, including the design of the first pilot projects, research activities, collaborating with relevant areas to design and implement an enhanced monitoring and evaluation framework, as well as in working with other relevant stakeholders within the IDB Group and the IDB Constituency. 

In 2023, the IDB became the first multilateral development bank to offer a financing tool that rewards countries for achieving nature and climate objectives. The Biodiversity and Climate-Linked Incentive Mechanism for Ambition (IDB CLIMA) is an innovative financial approach that rewards borrowers for achieving nature and climate objectives. The reward is provided in the form of a grant, in the amount of 5% of the IDB loan principal. Disbursement of the grant will take place once the achievement of an operation’s three Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) has been independently verified. These KPIs will measure borrowers’ progress in terms of the IDB CLIMA Pilot Program’s three Specific Objectives: i) the achievement of climate and biodiversity goals through sectoral investment programs; ii) the improvement of the capacity to identify and design sectoral investments that mainstream climate and/or nature-positive interventions to achieve scale; and iii) the creation or improvement of climate and/or biodiversity monitoring, reporting and verification capabilities within the sector and/or governing bodies. The GTF – a framework for assessing the institutional capacities of borrowers with respect to climate and/or biodiversity – provides the vertical logic of the IDB CLIMA Pilot Program. Its purpose is to diagnose, guide, and offer tailored support in line with borrowers’ capacities and needs, and coupled with an Assessment Questionnaire, will be key in designing IDB CLIMA operations and identifying their respective ambitious, relevant, and impactful KPIs.

In 2024, MDBs agreed to undertake a stock-take of key performance indicators on mitigation and adaptation. An initial common approach on a common framework and typology of indicators that could be used by MDBs to track countries’ achievements in terms of their commitments on mitigation and adaptation has been initially agreed.  Based on this initial frame, MDBs will undertake a joint stock take of existing indicators, used by MDBs, that could be aligned to it, both at a global and sectorial levels. Initially selected sectors are consistent with the ones prioritized by the Global Framework for Climate Resilience approved in COP28.

You will work for the Climate Change Solutions Division (“CSD/CCS”), which is part of the Climate Change and Sustainability Sector (“CSD”). This team is responsible for advising IDB management and developing policies, strategies, operational guidelines, and programs on issues relevant to the sector, as well as related areas. In addition, CSD carries out relevant sector research, analytical work, sector practices and case studies on climate change and sustainability. As a division of CSD, CSD/CCS provides support: (i) in the mainstreaming of climate change and biodiversity in the actions and operations of the IDB group and (ii) in the mainstreaming of climate change and biodiversity in the regional countries of the IDB group through support to the ministries of environment, planning, and economy and finance of the region. Both axes share the objective of strengthening climate policy at the subnational, national, and regional levels.

What you’ll do

• Work with the transparency and monitoring working group to support IDB CLIMA related activities in coordination with internal stakeholders of the IDB, including in the Vice Presidency for Countries, the Vice Presidency for Sectors, and other relevant areas including the Office of Strategic Planning and Development Effectiveness.

• Identify and justify a proper methodology (rapid, methodic, systemic, etc.) and conduct an exhaustive literature review of existing policy assessment instruments to measure and guide countries in the definition of relevant policies and investments to achieve specific objectives.

• Provide technical and policy guidance in climate transparency, MRV, and impact reporting.
• Support the development and implementation of IDB CLIMA pilot projects, ensuring alignment with robust transparency and monitoring frameworks.

• Identify the key areas and dimensions to be included in the context of the IDB CLIMA Pilot Program and beyond. This process might include desk reviews, interviews, surveys, questionnaires, etc.  

• Advise on the design and deployment of sector-driven transparency and impact evaluation systems to strengthen accountability in climate investments, in relation to KPIs #2 and #3.
• Advise and support IDB headquarters and country teams, and external stakeholders, to promote the operationalization of climate transparency measures and policy instruments on IDB CLIMA pilot projects.

• Conduct a detailed multi-criteria analysis of the specific needs tied to nature and climate action in the mitigation, adaptation, and biodiversity policy domains.
• Participate in applied research to support the deployment and improvement of the IDB CLIMA Pilot Program.

• Prepare inputs on climate transparency and climate policy aspects for cross sector strategic documents, institutional strategies, country strategies, private sector strategic documents.

What you'll need

• Education: Master’s degree or equivalent in economics, engineering, environmental sciences, atmospheric sciences, environmental policy, public policy, political science, or international development with a focus on environment.
• Experience: A minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in climate transparency, strategic framework development, policy assessment, impact evaluation, or climate policy. Deep understanding of projects design, monitoring, and evaluation, as well as project management principles. Experience working with MDBs and government agencies in LAC is highly desirable. Proven knowledge and practical experience in the field of project evaluation and climate policy in Latin America.
• Languages: Proficiency in English and Spanish, spoken and written, is required. Additional knowledge of French and Portuguese is preferable.

Requirements

•    Citizenship:

    -    (IDB/ IDB LAB - International) 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

•    Consultant:  
    -  International consultant Full-Time, 18 months (up to 36 months).  

If international, Headquarters (Washington, D.C), whereas if national 100% remotely from place of residence of selected candidate and services are expected to be provided from a country where the IDB Group has offices.

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, 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.