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About this position

Since joining the IDB as a non-borrowing member country in 2005, the Republic of Korea has established a total of four Korea Trust Funds (KTFs). In response to the growing emphasis on impact measurement and at the request of the Donor to establish a more systematic performance evaluation framework at both the project- and fund-levels, the KTFs have strengthened their focus on performance evaluation. These efforts aim to enhance the effectiveness of KTF-financed projects and Korea’s contributions, thereby fostering transparency, improving resource allocation, and ensuring the long-term success of the strategic partnership between Korea and the IDB.  

Against this backdrop, we are seeking a dynamic and innovative young professional to support the performance monitoring and evaluation of the KTFs’ Technical Cooperation (TC) portfolio at the IDB. The primary responsibilities of this position will involve conducting project- and fund-level monitoring, evaluation, and reporting to support biannual interim evaluations and annual Independent External Evaluations. By strengthening performance measurement and results-based reporting, the Consultant will contribute to enhancing impact orientation, development effectiveness, and strategic alignment of TC operations with the IDB’s institutional priorities. 

What you’ll do

The Consultant will support TC operation teams and the KTF Fund Coordinator in advancing performance management and ensuring the effectiveness of KTF-financed operations. Key responsibilities include the following:

1. Routine Performance Monitoring

• Engage regularly with project teams to track and update the progress in the implementation of TC operations and identify potential issues that may affect KTF execution, including disbursements and fund reallocations; delays and premature termination; extensions of final disbursement dates and cancellations; and monitoring eligible expenditures.
• Respond to routine requests from MoEF regarding the status of TC operations by gathering and synthesizing information from project teams.
• Monitor performance indicators, project visibility, and KTF Results Frameworks on a regular basis.  
• Coordinate with MoEF to complement progress and completion reports submitted by project teams by conducting targeted surveys to collect additional data.
• Undertake additional activities, as needed, to ensure that KTF operations are aligned with the IDB’s institutional priorities and MoEF’s evaluation requirements.

2. Interim Fund Evaluations

• Assist the project team leaders and the KTF Fund Coordinator in preparing and coordinating the biannual interim fund evaluations of the KTFs.
• Coordinate quarterly meetings with MoEF and the Export-Import Bank of Korea (KEXIM).
• Organize and support biannual meetings with MoEF and present the status of KTF-financed TC operations under execution.

3. Independent External Evaluation (IEE)

• Support the overall preparation and coordination of the IEEs.
• Prepare the necessary ToRs for hiring an independent, external evaluation entity for the IEEs, including coordination between the IDB and MoEF on the selection process of the consultancy.
• Collaborate closely with the selected consultancy throughout the evaluation process to ensure quality control and alignment with MoEF expectations.

What you'll need

•    Education: Bachelor's (Master's preferred) in Economics, Finance, Accounting, Political Science, Business Administration, International Relations, or other fields relevant to the responsibilities of the role.  

•    Experience: At least 2 years of progressive experience in one or more of the following areas: official development assistance (ODA), donor resource management, monitoring and evaluation of projects, project financing or administration, development research, or related fields.

•    Languages:  Proficiency in English and Korean is required, since the consultant will engage and communicate directly with various focal points from the Korean donor.

Core and Technical Competencies:

• Monitoring and Evaluation Expertise – Strong ability to track, assess, and report on the implementation, outputs/outcomes, and effectiveness of technical assistance/cooperation projects, including experience with conducting fund- and project-level evaluations.
• Data Analysis and Results-Based Reporting – Proficiency in collecting and analyzing performance data, populating results frameworks, and conducting surveys to measure project impact. Experience with data visualization tools and dashboards is a plus.
• Project and Portfolio Management – Capacity to oversee operations across their lifecycle, identifying execution issues, updating progress indicators, and ensuring alignment with institutional strategies. Strong attention to detail to verify the accuracy of financial and operational data for consistency and accuracy in reporting.  
• Donor Relations and Stakeholder Coordination – Experience in managing communications and reporting for high-level donor counterparts, including coordinating periodic meetings and synthesizing information in a timely and effective manner.  
• Time Management and Organizational Skills – Proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet strict deadlines within structured evaluation and reporting cycles.  

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

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

• Work Location:  Headquarters (Washington, D.C).

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: A monthly allowance to purchase health insurance.
• Savings Plan: The IDB Group cares about your future; depending on the contract length, you will receive a monthly savings plan allowance.
• Relocation and Visa Assistance: Assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your family, when applicable.
• Hybrid and flexible work schedules.
• Development Support: Learning opportunities to boost your professional profile, such as seminars, 1:1 professional counseling, and more.
• Health and Well-Being: Access to our Health Services Center provides all employees with preventive care and health education.
• Other Perks: Lactation Room, Daycare Center, Gym, Bike Racks, Parking, 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.