Business Strategy Lead Officer

Job Posting Organization:
IDB Invest is the private sector arm of the IDB Group, an international financial institution dedicated to addressing the development needs of Latin America and the Caribbean. Established to support sustainable enterprises and projects, IDB Invest aims to deliver financial results while maximizing social and environmental impact in the region. The organization operates in 26 countries, structured across four geographic regions and three vertical industries: Infrastructure and Energy, Financial Institutions, and Corporates. Recently, IDB Invest received approval for a $3.5 billion capitalization to significantly scale up its investments, nearly doubling its annual financing from approximately $8 billion to $19 billion, thereby unlocking greater private sector participation to drive development and climate impact across the region. The organization has reorganized its structure to create the Regions Department (RGS) and the Industries and Cross-Cutting Themes Department (ICT), which manage business and client relationships from both a country and industry perspective, respectively. Together, these departments support the implementation of IDB Invest's mandate by providing sectoral expertise, thematic leadership, and strategic portfolio oversight across the institution.

Job Overview:
The Business Strategy Lead Officer will be a dynamic, strategic, and results-driven individual who will join the Business, Planning & Resources team (BPR). This team operates with a dual reporting structure to both the ICT and RGS Departments. The BPR team is responsible for facilitating business strategy, overseeing the planning and execution of transversal projects and initiatives, and managing core enablers for the operational model. The officer will play a pivotal role in supporting strategic initiatives for the ICT and RGS Departments, acting as a reference point to connect how IDB Invest conducts business with corporate functions. The position involves designing key initiatives to measure and improve the execution of operational programs, ensuring alignment with institutional goals, and contributing to the overall business planning and execution framework. The officer will work closely with various areas within the organization to lead strategic planning processes and corporate initiatives that impact strategies, enablers, and processes relevant to IDB Invest's operations.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Business Strategy Lead Officer will have a range of specific responsibilities, including leading continuous business strategic planning efforts and providing support to the ICT and RGS Management Team. This includes serving as a liaison with internal development partners to ensure that the perspectives of ICT and RGS are reflected in institutional documents such as institutional strategy, country strategies, and sector frameworks. The officer will also provide ad-hoc analysis and presentations to the Chiefs and Managing Directors of ICT and RGS on various topics relevant to business strategy. Collaborating with ICT and RGS teams, the officer will support the design and execution of high-impact initiatives and departmental priorities. Participation as a business representative in working groups within the IDB Group will be required, as well as providing insights on market trends that shape the competitive landscape in sustainable and impact investment. The officer will utilize analytical tools and frameworks to understand market dynamics and client behavior, supervise qualitative and quantitative reporting capabilities of the BPR team, and lead coordinated efforts of specialists for business strategy-related activities.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in business administration, finance, engineering, or other relevant fields. They should have at least six years of professional work experience in business strategy areas within B2B businesses, such as strategic consultancy firms, companies, financial intermediaries, institutional investors, or sustainable/impact investors. Experience across a wide range of sectors relevant to IDB Invest's activities is desirable, and previous experience in sustainability and applied knowledge management will be highly valued.

Educational Background:
The educational requirement for this position is a Master's degree in business administration, finance, engineering, or other fields that are relevant to the responsibilities of the role. This advanced degree is essential for understanding the complexities of business strategy and operational execution within the context of IDB Invest's mission and objectives.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of six years of professional work experience in business strategy areas, particularly in B2B environments. Candidates should have experience in strategic consultancy, financial intermediaries, institutional investors, or sustainable/impact investing. A broad understanding of various sectors relevant to IDB Invest's activities is preferred, along with a background in sustainability and knowledge management.

Languages:
Proficiency in both Spanish and English, spoken and written, is mandatory for this position. Additional knowledge of French and Portuguese will be considered advantageous, enhancing the candidate's ability to engage with diverse stakeholders across the region.

Additional Notes:
The position is offered as an international staff contract for an initial duration of 36 months, with the possibility of renewal upon mutual agreement. The IDB Group provides a competitive compensation package, including an annual base salary on a net-of-tax basis, generous leave policies, comprehensive health insurance, a defined benefit pension plan, and support for relocation and visa applications. Employees benefit from hybrid and flexible work schedules, access to health services, professional development opportunities, and various perks such as a lactation room, daycare center, gym, bike racks, and a spouse career program. The IDB fosters a culture of inclusion and belonging, encouraging individuals from underrepresented groups to apply and ensuring reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the interview process.