New Institutional Strategy and Climate Change Consultant

Location: United States of America

The Inter-American Investment Corporation (IDB Invest), a member of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) Group, is a multilateral organization based in Washington, D.C., that is committed to the development of Latin America and the Caribbean through the private sector.

About this position:

The Team: The Strategy and Development Department (DSP), with its division, the Advisory Services Division (ADV) is responsible for leading IDB Invest efforts to create, implement and sustain its strategic vision and achieve development impact and additionality. DSP delivers on Development Effectiveness, Strategic Planning and Knowledge, Social Environmental and Governance, Advisory Services, and Corporate Affairs.

The primary objective of this consultancy is to assist the Director of Climate Change Advisory to develop the climate change multisector document, part of the recently approved Institutional Strategy as well as support any other institutional documents such as Action plans and Thematic Framework Documents, engaging with different areas of IDB Invest, collecting inputs and ensuring the final products reflects a private sector perspective.

What you’ll do:

The Consultant will support the climate change team, by carrying out tasks including:

· Perform background research, gather, and analyze information to be used in the development of strategic documents and action plans.

· Collaborate with advisory and investment officers in the integration of the relevant lessons learned into the final strategic documents.

· Analyze and review consultancy reports and other documents related to the strategic documents.

· Compile and analyze information, and prepare reports and presentations as needed to present to Senior Management

· Prepare presentation and briefings of the strategic documents to be shared with external stakeholders such as donors or civil society, as needed.

· Any other tasks that the climate team may require as related to the relationship with different stakeholders across the IDB Group and does not represent a departure from these TOR.

What you’ll need:

Education: Master’s degree in environmental science, economics, engineering, public policy, or related areas. Experience: At least 5+ years of relevant professional experience in private sector, climate change experience working with private sector actors and development organizations. Understanding the Paris Alignment context and implications for Latin America and the Caribbean shall be highly valued. Track record in either one or both private sector firms and in development focused institutions will be highly valued. An understanding of the operational work of multilateral institutions as well as an understanding of the operational frameworks of multilateral institutions will be a plus. Language: Oral and written native-like proficiency in English and Spanish, additional knowledge of Portuguese is a plus. Additional Skills: Interpersonal and teamwork skills, ability to work independently, with initiative and responsibility to perform some technical and analytical support functions for ADV. You should also have research and analytical skills to be able to gather basic information and effectively transfer them into a desired format.

Requirements:

Consanguinity: You have no family members (up to the 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:

Type of contract: International Consultant Full-Time. Length of contract: 12 months with the option of renewal for additional 24 months. Work Location: Washington DC.

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 comprised of:

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. Assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your family, if applicable. Work Schedules: Hybrid and flexible work schedules. Development support: We offer learning opportunities to boost your professional profile such as seminars, one-to-one professional counseling, and much more. Health and wellbeing: Access to our Health Services Center which provides preventive care and health education for all employees. Other perks: Lactation Room, Daycare Center, Gym, Bike Racks, Parking, and others.

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