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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 motivated and innovative Corporate Services Consultant. You will work in the Access to Information Section (SEC/ATI), which is part of the Office of the Secretary (SEC) of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB). This team is responsible for coordinating the implementation and application of the Access to Information Policy (ATI Policy) of the Bank, and supporting the vice presidencies, departments, and units in the classification of information.

As a Corporate Services Consultant for the SEC/ATI team you will contribute to the IDB staff training and development to ensure proper understanding and application of the ATI Policy.  In this regard, you will participate in the design and definition of contents and materials of the training programs that SEC/ATI conducts with Bank staff, especially related to the New ATI Policy and its implementation guidelines. Also, you will support the coordination to resolve any new ATI Policy implementation issues to strengthening coordination with the Bank's various units and departments.

What you’ll do

1. Contribute to Bank staff training and development to ensure proper understanding and application of the ATI Policy. In this regard, contribute to action plans for the Bank's Access to Information/transparency initiatives, with the Bank's internal and external stakeholders, including civil society organizations and other regional, multilateral and international financial institutions.
2. Coordinate activities with the Bank's internal stakeholders to strengthen the coordination of tasks for SEC/ATI's implementation of the ATI Policy.
3. Support to resolve any new ATI Policy implementation issues with a view to strengthening coordination with the Bank's various units and departments. In this regard, contribute to the analysis and support of the requests for information and proactive disclosure procedures.
4. Support SEC/ATI in its work to support SEC in its capacity as Technical Secretariat of the Access to Information Committee (AIC) and the External Review Panel.
5. Participate in the preparation and drafting of the ATI Policy reports and presentations to the Board of Executive Directors and AIC.
6. Provide drafting for the ATI Policy procedures and protocols for the application of the ATI Policy standards for use by the Bank’s staff.

What you'll need

Education: Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent advanced degree) in social sciences, journalism, communications, and/or other fields relevant to the responsibilities of the role. Master’s degree preferred.

Experience: At least 3 years of progressive experience in multilateral development organizations or public sector experience in one of our 48-member countries will be valued. Preference will be given to knowledge related to access to information and transparency policies or frameworks.

Languages: Proficiency in Spanish and English, spoken and written, is required. Additional knowledge of French and Portuguese is preferable. 

Key skills

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, 18 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.