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 seeking a top-notch, highly motivated professional to join our team as a Bilingual Business Writer and Content Editor Consultant to position IDB Invest’s work and priorities across the region through storytelling.

In this role, you will support the communications team in developing editorial content for IDB Invest for its corporate blog, podcast, Impact Talks series, and Annual Report. Your responsibilities include writing and editing blogposts by IDB Invest experts, promoting blogposts on IDB Invest’s channels and pitching to media to republish. Additionally, you will coordinate production and write content for IDB Invest’s podcast and Impact Talks series. Further, you will be responsible for writing content and coordinating day-to-day tasks with IDB Invest experts.

You will be part of the Communications Division (DCC) within the External Affairs and Communications Department of the IDB, which manages brand reputation, corporate communications and media relations to help give visibility to stories of impact in the region. DCC works collaboratively with IDB, IDB Invest and IDB Lab.

IDB Invest is a multilateral development bank committed to promoting the economic development of its member countries in Latin America and the Caribbean through the private sector.

What you’ll do

• Write, edit and publish blogposts and opeds on IDB Invest’s blog (www.idbinvest.org/blog) in Spanish and English.
• Develop a strategy and content calendar to promote the blog and reach new audiences in the private sector.
• Develop multimedia content in coordination with third-party vendors (e.g., translators, graphic designer) to promote blog content on social media. This includes graphs, infographics and scripts for 2-min videos.
• Create a plan, coordinate with experts, and write content for IDB Invest’s podcast and Impact Talks series.
• Work with the communications teams to promote the podcast and Impact Talks series on IDB Invest channels and reach private sector audiences.
• Monitor and analyze performance indicators for IDB Invest’s blog, podcast and Impact Talks and present regular reports.
• Handle the writing and editing of IDB Invest’s Annual Report, coordinating with IDB Invest’s communications team.

What you'll need

• Education: Master’s degree in communications, journalism, or another related field. Candidates with a or Bachelor’s degree in the areas mentioned before will also be considered if the fulfill the experience requirements mentioned below. 
• Experience: For candidates with a Master’s degree, a minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience is required. In case of a Bachelor's degree, a minimum of 9 years of relevant professional experience with a Bachelor’s degree is required, in lieu of a Master's degree. 
• Languages: Proficiency in writing in Spanish and English (bilingual).

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 con contract and duration: International Consultant Full-Time, 12 months (up to 36 months).

Type of contract and duration

•    Consultant:  
    -    International consultant: International consultant Full-Time, 12 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: Lactation Room, Daycare Center, Gym, Bike Racks, Parking, Spouse Career Program, 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.