Location

Post of duty: Washington, District of Columbia, USA.

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.

About this position

IDB Lab is looking for a dynamic, results-oriented, and client-focused Financial & Data candidate to support financial planning and analysis, financial risk modeling, liquidity and capital planning, data analytics, and other corporate finance-related activities. The role requires strong financial and analytical skills, and proven experience with data management including the ability to integrate financial, operational, and portfolio data from multiple sources, support cloud-based FP&A and scenario modeling tools, and translate complex analysis into clear insights for management, operational teams, and donor-related discussions.

What you’ll do

• Lead and continuously improve IDB Lab’s FP&A framework by implementing and enhancing financial modeling, integrating data, and conducting sustainability analysis across products, funding sources, and business lines.
• Support the CFO in monitoring and implementing IDB Lab’s multisource funding model under MIF IV, including liquidity, capital, cash flow, stress testing, sensitivity analysis, and long-term sustainability projections.
• Lead financial analyses related to donor contributions, IDB net income transfers, capitalization options, and governance-related financial metrics, assessing implications under different funding assumptions.
• Integrate and manage financial data from multiple systems (SAP, Salesforce, databases, Excel inputs) to support accurate forecasting, reporting, and decision-making.
• Coordinate financial inputs and assumptions with IDB finance, operations, risk, legal, investment, and technical teams to support business reviews and strategic decisions.
• Produce high-quality financial presentations, dashboards, and reports for senior leadership, committees, donors, and other stakeholders.
• Provide support for audits, financial reporting, and corporate reviews.
• Contribute to FRP-wide corporate initiatives, including process automation, data governance, AI-enabled analytics, and financial systems improvements.

What you'll need

• Education: Master’s degree (or equivalent advanced degree) in finance, economics, data analytics, risk management, business administration, or other fields relevant to the responsibilities of the role. Certifications such as CFA, FRM, or similar credentials are highly desirable.
• Experience: At least 3 years of relevant progressive experience, preferably 5 years of professional experience, in financial planning and analysis, corporate finance, financial risk management, banking, investment analysis, or related fields. Previous work with multilateral development financial institutions is a plus. Demonstrated experience working in or with markets in Latin America and the Caribbean, including familiarity with the region’s financial, economic, and investment dynamics.
  • Financial & Risk Analysis: Proven experience supporting financial risk analysis, portfolio risk monitoring, liquidity risk assessment, or enhancements to risk-related financial planning frameworks. Experience in capital planning or long-term financial sustainability analysis is desirable.
  • Data Analytics: Experience working with multiple financial and operational data sources, including SAP, Salesforce, Excel-based models, database connections, ODBC sources, or other enterprise systems. Knowledge of tools such as SQL, Power Query, Power BI, R, and advanced Excel is highly desirable. Experience or familiarity with cloud-based planning and analytics platforms, such as SAP Analytics Cloud or similar tools, is desirable as well.
• Languages: Proficiency in Spanish and English, spoken and written, is required. Additional knowledge of French and Portuguese is a plus.

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

•   International: 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 employee’s 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 that 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.
• On-site position with the occasional flexibility of teleworking. 
• Health and well-being: Access to our Health Services Center that 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 office amenities (as available): Lactation Room, Daycare Center, Gym, Bike Racks, Parking, spouse career support, and others. 

Our culture

At the IDB Group, 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.