Location

This position can be based in: Washington DC, USA. 

We improve lives

IDB Invest is the private sector arm of the IDB Group and an international financial institution committed to addressing the development needs of Latin America and the Caribbean. Our mission is to support sustainable enterprises and projects that deliver financial results while maximizing social and environmental impact in the region.

IDB Invest operates in 26 countries, structured across four geographic regions and three vertical industries: Infrastructure and Energy, Financial Institutions, and Corporates.

In support of a new transformative business model “Originate to Share” our shareholders recently approved a $3.5 billion capitalization. This will allow IDB Invest to significantly scale up its investments, nearly doubling annual financing from approximately $8 billion to $19 billion, and unlocking greater private sector participation to drive development and climate impact across the region.

About this position

We are looking for a highly motivated professional with a strong track record in developing advisory services on climate change and the environment. As a climate and environment officer, you will strive to incorporate climate and environment opportunities, maximize development impact, and create long-term value for our clients and our organization.

You will work in the Climate and Environment Division, part of Industries and Cross-Cutting Themes (ICT) department. This team is responsible for offering environmental technical expertise to the market, our clients and the organization as a whole.

What you’ll do

• Design, develop and execute of IDB Invest advisory service for the market, the clients or the organization.
• Provide intellectual leadership in tendencies and innovation within priority areas such as resiliency analysis, nature-based solutions, and environment finance.
• Provide suggestions to improve project design by increasing resilience to impacts of climate change and other natural disasters.
• Support the development of tools, knowledge products and outreach activities, such as conferences and others, that help adopt and incorporate environmental and climate action.
• Lead and/or support drafting and submission of fundraising proposals for green and climate technical assistance, either to donors or for the access of own capital resources.
• Oversee preparation of lessons learned within and outside the IDBG, including technical input for the design of project level communication products.
• Disseminate information to project teams on transaction strengths, weaknesses, risks and risk mitigation options.

What you'll need

-Education: Master’s degree (or equivalent advanced degree) in business, environmental or biological sciences, international development, natural resources economics, economics, environmental engineering, natural resources management, or related fields relevant to the responsibilities of the role.

-Experience: At least 5 years of progressive experience in private finance, low carbon and resilient technologies, with experience working with private sector actors and development organizations.  Understanding Latin America and the Caribbean shall be highly valued.

-Languages: Proficiency in English and one of the other Bank official languages (Spanish, French or Portuguese) is required.

Requirements

•    Citizenship: No requirements

•    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

International staff contract, 36 months initially, renewable upon mutual agreement.

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: 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.

-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.

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.

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