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 motivated professional to work in the Office of the Manager of the Budget and Administration Department (BDA). Reporting to the General Manager, the primary role of the Resource Planner and Administrator is to coordinate and support a wide array of departmental activities, including Human Resources, Budget, and the interactions of the General Manager with Senior Management and the Board of Executive Directors.

What you’ll do

• Provide guidance and support to BDA personnel on human resources, budget management, and compliance with Bank policies.
• Manage the agenda and meeting schedule of the General Manager.
• Provide support in the preparation and review of documents to be submitted to Management or Board Committees. Coordinate schedules and deadlines to ensure compliance.
• Manage client and stakeholder relationships, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
• Support the Department’s training plan by identifying needs, developing programs, and providing necessary resources for professional development.
• Streamline administrative processes to foster a productive work environment.
• Foster engagement through departmental activities to strengthen collaboration and team cohesion.
• Support the department’s budget formulation and execution, advising on adjustments to optimize resources and align departmental goals with the Bank’s Institutional strategy.

Support the review and update policies and procedures to ensure relevance, compliance, and efficiency.

What you'll need

Education: Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent advanced degree) in Business Administration or other fields relevant to the responsibilities of the role.

Experience: At least 2 years of progressive relevant experience.

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

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, 8 months.

Type of contract and duration

Consultant:  
    -    International consultant: International consultant Full-Time, 8 months (up to 36 months).  
If international, Headquarters (Washington, D.C), whereas if national 100% remotely from place of residence of selected candidate and services are expected to be provided from a country where the IDB Group has offices.

What we offer

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.

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.