Operations Consultant Support (Intern)

Job Posting Organization:
The IDB Group is a community dedicated to improving lives in Latin America and the Caribbean. Established with a mission to foster sustainable development and social inclusion, the organization comprises a diverse team of passionate individuals who work collaboratively in an inclusive and agile environment. The IDB Group operates across multiple countries in the region, focusing on various sectors to enhance the quality of life for communities. The organization values innovation and strives to create a rewarding workplace for its employees, encouraging them to find purpose in their work.

Job Overview:
The Operations Consultant Support Intern position is designed for innovative and results-driven individuals who are eager to gain practical experience in supporting data collection projects. The intern will work closely with the Country Economist and the Operations Team at the Bahamas Country Office, specifically on a project titled 'Carving a Path Towards Impact: Key Factors for Effective Execution in the Bahamas.' This role involves engaging in various data collection activities, managing data, assisting in preliminary data analysis, and contributing to reporting and documentation efforts. The intern will have the opportunity to develop skills in data management, analysis, and project coordination while contributing to meaningful work that impacts the community.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The intern will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including but not limited to: conducting interviews and focus groups, scheduling sessions, preparing interview guides, and taking notes during discussions. They will also manage data entry and cleaning, ensuring that collected data is accurately entered into databases or spreadsheets and that any errors or inconsistencies are corrected. The intern will organize and securely store data, create a logical file structure, label datasets appropriately, and back up data to prevent loss. Additionally, they will assist in preliminary data analysis, which may involve generating descriptive statistics, visualizing data, and identifying patterns and trends. The intern will contribute to drafting reports and documentation for the project, summarizing findings, creating charts and graphs, and ensuring that reports are well-structured and coherent. They will also assist in preparing presentation materials, coordinating meetings, maintaining project documentation, and following up on action items.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must be active students at either the undergraduate or graduate level in fields such as Economics, Finance, Business Management, Data Science, Data Analytics, or other relevant disciplines. Proficiency in English is mandatory, and proficiency in one of the other Bank's official languages (Spanish, French, or Portuguese) is preferred. Additionally, candidates must be citizens of The Bahamas or citizens of one of the 48-member countries with residency or a legal permit to work in The Bahamas. It is also required that candidates do not have any family members working at the IDB, IDB Invest, or IDB Lab up to the fourth degree of consanguinity and second degree of affinity, including spouses.

Educational Background:
The position requires candidates to be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in relevant fields such as Economics, Finance, Business Management, Data Science, or Data Analytics. This educational background is essential to ensure that the intern possesses the necessary theoretical knowledge and analytical skills to effectively contribute to the data collection project and related tasks.

Experience:
While prior experience is not explicitly required for this internship-position" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">internship position, candidates should demonstrate a strong interest in data management and analysis, as well as a willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges. Any relevant coursework, projects, or internships that showcase the candidate's ability to work with data or in a collaborative environment will be advantageous.

Languages:
Proficiency in English is mandatory for this position. Additionally, proficiency in one of the other official languages of the Bank, which include Spanish, French, or Portuguese, is considered a valuable asset and may enhance the candidate's suitability for the role.

Additional Notes:
This internship is classified as a National Consultant position, requiring full-time commitment for a duration of 2 months. The IDB Group emphasizes inclusivity and encourages individuals from underrepresented groups to apply. The organization is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the application and interview process. Interested candidates who require accommodations are encouraged to reach out via email.