Job Description
Partnerships and Resource Mobilization Consultant
City:  Washington DC
Company:  IDB
Posting End Date:  April 24, 2026 (12:00 PM EST)

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 looking for a highly organized, analytical, and proactive Partnerships and Resource Mobilization Consultant. As Partnerships and Resource Mobilization Consultant, you will support the Transport Division in identifying, developing, and strengthening strategic partnerships and funding opportunities, as well as in the management of technical cooperation resources and grant facilities to enhance the impact of transport sector programs.

You will work in the Transport Division, part of the Infrastructure and Energy Department. This team is responsible for advancing sustainable transport solutions in the region by designing, financing, and implementing transport sector programs, mobilizing partnerships and resources, and ensuring the effective use of technical cooperation and grant instruments in line with strategic objective.

What you’ll do

  • Conduct stakeholder mapping exercises to identify potential public, private, and philanthropic partners with strategic alignment to sustainable transport goals (e.g., other MDBs, bilateral donors, climate finance mechanisms, foundations, corporations, and NGOs).
  • Analyze trends in transport sector funding and partnerships (e.g., climate finance, green infrastructure, urban mobility, just transition, digital transport solutions), to identify opportunities for collaboration and joint initiatives.
  • Support the development and implementation of an engagement strategy for priority partners and resource channels, with clear objectives, value propositions, and action plans. Draft and review concept notes, proposals, and funding applications for transport-related projects (e.g., mass transit, decarbonization of freight, electric mobility, road safety).
  • Develop partner-facing materials such as pitch decks, donor briefs, and talking points for key meetings or events.  Support the preparation and coordination of high-level engagement opportunities and knowledge-sharing events focused on transport and mobility. Support resource mobilization efforts related to innovative financing mechanisms relevant to sustainable transport (e.g., blended finance, climate finance, results-based finance). Support the design, administration, and monitoring of technical cooperation (TC) resources under the Transport Division, ensuring strategic alignment, effective allocation, and compliance with donor and institutional requirements.
  • Contribute to the development and management of grant facilities.
  • Act as the technical secretariat of the OPEC Project-Ready Facility, coordinating day-to-day operations, facilitating communication with donors and beneficiaries, and ensuring effective governance and reporting mechanisms.

What you'll need

  • Education: Master’s degree (or equivalent advanced degree) in transport planning, urban development, public policy, business administration, economics, international relations, or other fields relevant to the responsibilities of the role. 
  • Experience: At least 5 years of relevant professional experience, including experience in resource mobilizatesta ion, partnerships, or donor engagement. Experience in developing proposals for multilateral/bilateral donors, climate funds, or philanthropic partners is required.  
  • Languages: Proficiency in English and one of the other Bank official languages (Spanish, French or Portuguese) is required.

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, 12 months (up to 48 months, subject to eligibility). 

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. 

-On-site position with the occasional flexibility of teleworking. 

-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.