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About this position

The IDB's Environmental and Social Solutions Division (VPS/ESG) is responsible for ensuring the environmental and social (E&S) sustainability of IDB-financed projects and other activities, as well as their compliance with the Bank's Environmental and Social Policy Framework (ESPF) and its previous environmental and social policies. VPS/ESG specialists provide the Bank and its borrowers with advice on environmental and social safeguards and participate in project teams, providing technical input on social and environmental issues during project preparation, due diligence, and supervision.

We are seeking an exceptionally skilled and motivated professional to join our team as an Environmental Specialist at the Bank. In this position, you will have the opportunity to have a significant impact on advancing the Bank's strategic social and environmental priorities in Haiti and ensuring the sustainability of IDB-financed projects and activities. As part of our diverse and versatile community, you will work in an inclusive, collaborative, and agile environment that fosters personal and professional growth.

What you’ll do

• Supporting the execution of public sector projects, which are the primary focus of the position, and present high environmental and social risks in several sectors in Haiti and the CID region, such as transportation, energy, housing and urban planning, and water and sanitation; ensuring the proper implementation of mitigation plans and compliance with the IDB's E&S policies. This task involves conducting at least one annual supervision mission for each assigned project, providing ongoing support for project implementation on all environmental and social aspects, in accordance with Bank policies, and preparing reports on compliance with these requirements.

• Supporting the preparation of public sector projects (categories A, B, or FI with high and substantial E&S risks) in the CID region, in collaboration with other ESG specialists. The mission involves conducting several missions (identification, analysis, orientation, etc.) for each assigned project and providing ongoing support for project preparation on all environmental and social aspects, in accordance with Bank policies, as well as support the preparation of documentation such as impact studies and environmental and social management plans related to compliance with ESPF requirements.

• Updating the Environmental and Social Risk Rating of projects throughout their lifecycle, based on the findings of ongoing supervision.

• Carry out due diligence on environmental aspects of public sector projects, which may include, among other things, community and occupational health and safety, pollution prevention, and stakeholder engagement, including the grievance mechanism.

• Review and contribute to the terms of reference, draft and finalize versions of Environmental and Social Impact Assessments and Environmental and Social Management Plans as well as support in the preparation and organization of Environmental and Social Management Systems, as well as other related documents required by Bank policies.

• Participate in meetings with Executing Agencies and project team leaders to carry out project supervision and/or preparation activities. This includes providing advice on the application of Bank E&S policy requirements.

• Provide & participate in trainings on the Bank's Environmental and Social Performance Standards to EAs, internal clients, and other key stakeholders.

What you'll need

Education: Master's degree or equivalent in environmental sciences or a related field.

Experience: At least 10 years of relevant professional experience in the supervision, preparation, or implementation of environmental and social policies and mitigation plans. Also, proven experience in a similar role at a multilateral organization ideally working on projects in Haiti, as well as in the Dominican Republic or Central America

Languages: Proficiency in French, both oral and written, as well as Spanish and English are required.

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 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

Contract Type and Duration: International staff contract, 36 months initially, renewable upon mutual agreement.

Location: Non-family position based in Haiti. A non-family position is defined as a country office whose location is deemed "critical" by the Bank. In these countries, the staff member's family may neither reside nor travel. The selected candidate must comply with the applicable conditions and restrictions in accordance with Bank regulations. Ability and willingness to travel regularly to rural areas and other CID countries is required.

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.

• Hybrid and flexible work schedules.

• 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 perks (country specific): Lactation Room, Daycare Center, Gym, Bike Racks, Parking, spouse career support, 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.