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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 seeking a Lead Evaluation Specialist with prior private sector expertise to join OVE’s team to evaluate IDB Group work. 

The Office of Evaluation and Oversight (OVE) is responsible for evaluating all aspects of the IDB Group's work. OVE undertakes independent and systematic evaluations of the IDB Group’s strategies, policies, programs, activities, delivery support functions, and systems. It disseminates the evaluations' findings so that recommendations for improvement can be used in the design, appraisal, and execution of new operations, providing oversight and support for enhancing the effectiveness of the IDB Group's evaluation system. In addition, OVE independently validates self-evaluation reports (produced by IDG Group Management) of IDB and IDB Invest operations.

What you’ll do

• Undertake and Lead Evaluations: design and lead, or support as a senior team member, complex evaluations on topics related to the development effectiveness of IDB Invest and IDB programs, and corporate issues, with a focus on private sector development. 
• Support IDB Group’s Self-Evaluation System: support the development of a strong self-evaluation system by reviewing and validating management self-evaluations of private  sector development operations.
• Contribute to Outreach: interact with and build relationships with IDB Invest and IDB operational staff, clients, academic and research institutions, evaluation offices in partner institutions, and other relevant stakeholders to further knowledge sharing and the development of evaluation capacity.
• Support to OVE’s Mission: contribute to other activities aimed at furthering OVE’s mission and improving the quality of its work, notably by providing technical or methodological advice; providing guidance to and mentoring junior staff, research fellows, and consultants; leading or contributing to the development of other evaluation products; and actively participating in ad hoc working groups and other OVE initiatives.

What you'll need

• Education: Master's or (preferred) PhD in evaluation, business administration, finance, economics, or related field, with solid knowledge of evaluation methods (quantitative and qualitative) and international development issues.
• Experience: At least 15 years of relevant experience, including a mix of (1) economic development, with a focus on leading and contributing to evaluative and analytical work, as demonstrated by the authorship of evaluation reports, flagship reports, or publications in peer-reviewed journals; and (2) non-sovereign financial investments, encompassing different instruments, including debt finance, private equity, venture capital, guarantees. Experience at IDB Invest or in similar private sector organizations is preferred.
• Experience with quantitative and qualitative evaluation methods like structured literature reviews, portfolio analysis, theories of change/action, comparative case studies, and statistical/econometric analysis. Familiarity with AI tools (text analytics, machine learning) is a plus. Experience in private sector investment in developing countries, focusing on finance, manufacturing, infrastructure, climate, and public-private synergies to boost development outcomes, including private capital mobilization.Experience with IDB Invest's or other international financial institutions' portfolio data and methodologies for evaluating private sector operations for reports like XSRs. Knowledge of the development challenges in Latin America and the Caribbean is a plus. Exposure to IDB Invest's or other international financial institutions' operational strategies, policies, procedures, and performance standards is beneficial. Experience leading teams conducting analytical or evaluative work. Strong writing skills: able to explain complex concepts clearly and convincingly.  Interpersonal skills: effective communication within multicultural and politically sensitive environments
• Language: Proficiency in English is required. Additional knowledge of Spanish, French, or Portuguese is a plus. Spanish is highly desirable, so if you are not proficient, we will ask you to commit to learning once you join us, since the skill is essential for long-term success in this role.

Requirements

• Citizenship: You are a citizen of one of our 48-member countries. We may assist you and your eligible dependents with relocation and visa applications. 
• 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 an employee's life's different needs and moments. These benefits include:

• A competitive compensation package, including an annual base salary expressed on a net-of-tax basis.
• 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 supports employees in planning their future. 
• We offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your family when it applies 
• Hybrid and flexible work schedules.
• Health and well-being:  Access to our Health Services Center which 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, and mobility options, among others. 
• Other perks: lactation room, daycare center, gym, bike racks, parking, spouse career program, and others. 

Our culture

At the IDB Group we work so everyone brings their best and authentic selves to work, willing to try new approaches without fear, and where they are accountable and rewarded for their actions.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) are at the center of our organization. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and encourage women, LGBTQ+ people, persons with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job interview process. If you are a qualified candidate with a disability, please e-mail us at diversity@iadb.org  to request reasonable accommodation to complete this application.
Our Human Resources Team reviews carefully every application.