OPERATIONS SENIOR ADVISOR / ADVISOR
OFFICE OF THE SPECIAL ADVISOR ON GENDER AND DIVERSITY
Washington DC
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 an experienced technical leader with experience championing gender and diversity initiatives in international finance institutions to advise the Special Advisor on Gender and Diversity for the IDB Group. Specific knowledge of IDB policies, action plans, strategies, and systems for strategic alignment in operations related to gender and diversity will support the Office of the Special Advisor on Gender and Diversity to advance IDB Group’s agenda on gender and diversity to achieve development for Latin America and the Caribbean in a sustainable, inclusive, and climate-friendly way.
Reporting directly to the Special Advisor on Gender and Diversity the Operations Senior Advisor / Advisor will provide strategic advice and support to enhance coordination and foster synergies within the IDB Group to achieve greater impact. The Office will support the monitoring of the IDB Group’s programming processes and prioritization of analytical work to ensure Gender and Diversity issues are well reflected in its operational and knowledge generation portfolio. The Office will advise the President of the Bank on the respective Action Plans, development impact of IDB Group financed activities and related corporate affairs.
What you’ll do:
Provide advice to the Special Advisor on Gender and Diversity to advance IDB Group’s agenda on gender and diversity. Support the establishment of the Office of the Special Advisor on Gender and Diversity in annual planning, implementation, and definition of the Office’s work program, while monitoring the quality of outputs, achievement of long-term goals, and annual objectives and KPI’s for the Office. Support engagement with the Offices of the Special Advisors on Gender and Diversity and the IDBG organizational units working on these issues. Support the preparation of the multi-year Gender and Diversity Action Plan for the IDB Group as well as its annual reporting. Support the monitoring of programming in relation to IDB Group’s Gender and Diversity targets. Participate in the prioritization of specific diversity issues in the knowledge agenda across IDB Group. Support the coordination of the IDB Group’s communications on Gender and Diversity issues in collaboration with internal organizational units. Contribute to actions to enhance the internal visibility of Gender and Diversity at the IDB Group.What you'll need
Education: A Master’s degree in gender and development, sustainability, international development, regional planning, global development, or other fields relevant to the responsibilities of the role. Experience: At least 10 years of progressive experience in leading high impact initiatives at the global and regional level towards advancing diversity and gender initiatives, with at least 7 years at a senior technical leadership level. Proven experience advancing gender and diversity related development topics in a multilateral development environment is a plus. In-depth knowledge of the contemporary social and economic issues related to gender and diversity, with a proven track record of navigating institutional aspects of policy formulation and planning at the executive and corporate level from the perspective of an international finance institution You possess strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively influence and work with all levels of staff and internal and external counterparts. Proven record of working collaboratively and fostering a synergistic engagement environment across functions of an international finance institutions. Demonstrated understanding on gender and diversity related policies, action plans and frameworks in a way that influences internal and external stakeholders. Languages: Proficiency in English and one of the other Bank official languages (Spanish, French or Portuguese) is required.Key skills
Innovate and Take Risks Communicate and Influence Focus on Clients Learn Continuously Collaborate and Share Knowledge Coach and Develop Promote Diversity, Equity, and InclusionRequirements
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 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
International staff contract, 36 months initially, renewable upon mutual agreement.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, including an annual base salary expressed on a net- of-tax basis Leaves and vacations: 24 days of paid time off + 8 personal days + sick leave + gender- neutral parental leave Health Insurance: IDB Group provides employees and eligible dependents with a robust medical benefits program which covers medical, dental, vision, preventive care, and prescription drugs. Pension plan: defined benefit pension plan that provides financial security and support employees in planning for their future. We offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your family, when it applies. Hybrid and flexible work schedules Health and wellbeing: Access to our Health Services Center which provides preventive care and health education for employees. Development support: We offer tools to boost your professional profile such as mentoring, 1:1 professional counseling, training and learning opportunities, language classes, mobility options, among others. Other perks: Lactation Room, Daycare Center, Gym, Bike Racks, Parking, Spouse Career Program, and others.Our culture
At the IDB Group we work so everyone brings their best and authentic selves to work, willing to try new approaches without fear, and where they are accountable and rewarded for their actions.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) are at the center of our organization. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and encourage women, LGBTQ+ people, persons with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job interview process. If you are a qualified candidate with a disability, please e-mail us at diversity@iadb.org to request reasonable accommodation to complete this application.
Our Human Resources Team reviews carefully every application.
About the IDB Group
The IDB Group, composed of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), IDB Invest, and the IDB Lab offers flexible financing solutions to its member countries to finance economic and social development through lending and grants to public and private entities in Latin America and the Caribbean.
About IDB
The Inter-American Development Bank is devoted to improving lives. Established in 1959, the IDB is a leading source of long-term financing for economic, social and institutional development in Latin America and the Caribbean. The IDB also conducts cutting-edge research and provides policy advice, technical assistance and training to public and private sector clients throughout the region.
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External Opening Date: Apr 8, 2024 External Closing Date: Apr 21, 2024 External Contact Email: hrsc@iadb.org Job Field: Operations