IDB Operations Lead Senior Specialist

Job Posting Organization:
The IDB Group is a community dedicated to improving lives in Latin America and the Caribbean. It is characterized by a diverse and passionate workforce that collaborates in an inclusive and agile environment. The organization focuses on translating its commitments to gender and diversity into actionable results, emphasizing the importance of these values in its operations.

Job Overview:
The position is situated within the Office of the Special Advisor on Gender and Diversity, which plays a crucial role in aligning the IDB Group's gender and diversity commitments with institutional actions and measurable outcomes. The selected candidate will be responsible for strategic planning, institutional coordination, and monitoring results related to gender and diversity initiatives. This role requires a blend of expertise in gender and diversity issues, strong institutional knowledge, and the ability to translate strategic priorities into actionable plans. The incumbent will work across various organizational boundaries, engage with stakeholders, and provide strategic advice to the Special Advisor, ensuring that gender and diversity priorities are effectively integrated across the IDB Group.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The incumbent will provide strategic advisory support by delivering evidence-based advice, executive briefings, and decision-support materials to the Special Advisor. They will translate institutional priorities into concrete initiatives and implementation plans, coordinating with various operational, knowledge, financial, corporate, and communications teams to ensure effective execution. Additionally, the role involves leading the preparation and monitoring of the Office's annual work program, objectives, deliverables, and KPIs, as well as managing the multi-year Gender and Diversity Action Plan. The candidate will assess progress against IDB Group commitments, identify gaps, and recommend corrective actions. Institutional coordination is also a key responsibility, requiring the management of coordination mechanisms across organizational units and promoting alignment among various activities related to gender and diversity. The role includes defining priority issues for the IDB Group's analytical agenda and translating findings into actionable recommendations for senior management.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Master's degree or an equivalent advanced degree in relevant fields such as Economics, Public Policy, or Social Sciences. They should have at least 5 years of progressive experience for grade 4 and 6 years for grade 3, specifically in leading high-impact initiatives aimed at advancing gender and diversity initiatives at both global and regional levels. Experience in a multilateral development environment is highly desirable, particularly in advancing gender and diversity-related development topics. Candidates should also have a proven track record in government, multilateral organizations, or international financial institutions, with strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage with various stakeholders.

Educational Background:
A Master's degree or equivalent advanced degree in relevant fields such as Economics, Public Policy, Social Sciences, or other areas pertinent to the responsibilities of the role is required. This educational background is essential for understanding the complexities of gender and diversity issues within the context of development.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 5 years of progressive experience for grade 4 and 6 years for grade 3 in leading initiatives that advance gender and diversity at a global and regional level. Candidates should have substantial experience in a senior technical leadership role, demonstrating their ability to influence and drive change within organizations. Experience in navigating the institutional aspects of policy formulation and planning is also crucial.

Languages:
Proficiency in English is mandatory, along with proficiency in one of the other official languages of the Bank, which include Spanish, French, or Portuguese. This linguistic capability is essential for effective communication within the diverse environment of the IDB Group.

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 a robust benefits program that encompasses health insurance, a defined benefit pension plan, and generous leave policies. Employees are also offered support for relocation and visa applications, hybrid and flexible work schedules, and access to various health and well-being resources. The organization fosters a culture of inclusion and belonging, encouraging individuals from underrepresented groups to apply and ensuring reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities during the application process.