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

We are looking for a dynamic and innovative Project Assistant who will help us change people lives in Latin America and the Caribbean by supporting the ICS team in the preparation, processing, and execution of Bank operations (including loans, technical cooperation, ESWs, knowledge products, among others).

The mission of the Innovations for Citizens Services Division (ICS) is to strengthen institutional capacity to improve public sector management, increase transparency and integrity, and apply innovative digital solutions. Currently the ICS portfolio comprises about 47 loans and around130 technical assistance grants in execution.

What you’ll do

First responsibility

• Support the processing of Loan Operations.
• Participate in drafting, proofreading, and processing operational documents, including project document annexes such as Development Effectiveness Matrices (DEM), Results Matrices, Risk Matrices, Environmental Safeguard Screening and Classification Forms, Environmental and Social Strategies (ESS), etc., before their submission to the different committees throughout the project cycle.
• Create and monitor the calendar for the preparation of operations, ensuring teams understand their obligations and the relevant milestones for final approval.
• Maintain and update operations and mission-related activities within Bank systems.
• Participate in Analysis Missions to support the team in the preparation of annexes.
• Publish approved documents on the Bank's Internet website.

Second responsibility

• Support the processing of Technical Cooperations.
• Participate in the drafting, proofreading, and processing of TC Abstracts, TC Documents, and required annexes.
• Support the division’s project teams in monitoring TCs to ensure compliance with the established execution and closing deadlines in the Convergence systems.
• Monitor the expiration of funds for Technical Cooperations.
• Complete the lifecycle milestones of operations in Convergence.
• Publish approved documents on the Bank's Internet website, in accordance with current policy.

Third responsibility

• Provide administrative and technical support to the IFD/ICS team in processing, following up on, and executing other operational documents (PCRs, ESWs, and CIPs).
• Request the hiring of individuals and consulting firms according to the current Bank policies.
• Process transactions related to ongoing operations.

The activities mentioned above constitute the principal duties of the position; however, this does not preclude additional responsibilities that may become necessary, subject to approval by the Supervisor.

What you'll need

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, international relations, social sciences, management, or related fields.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in the following areas: project preparation, project execution, management reporting. Knowledge of Bank’s operational activities is desirable.
• Languages: Proficiency in Spanish and English, spoken and written, is required. Additional knowledge of French and Portuguese is preferable

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

International consultant Full-Time, 12 months (up to 36 months).

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.
• 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 well-being: Access to our Health Services Center that provides preventive care and health education for employees.
• 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.