We improve lives

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

The Executive Vice President (EVP), as the Chief Operating Officer of the institution and under the guidance of the Board of Executive Directors and the President of the Bank, is responsible for the operation of the Bank and provides day-to-day management oversight of and direction to, the Vice Presidents and all other senior staff. The EVP also oversees the quality control and risk management of all Bank operations and serves as chair of all Management committees responsible for the Bank’s operational activities.

You will be part of an impactful and multidisciplinary team working on projects, tasks, and activities geared to advise the EVP, senior management, and the Bank teams in leading critical issues for the organization.

What you’ll do

• Lead and coordinate collaboratively with management and other senior staff, the corporate and operational agenda of the Bank’s work at all levels where the EVP has responsibilities, including strategies, programs, projects, and financial and non-financial products.
• Advise and support the EVP and Chief Advisor on substantive corporate and operational matters, providing technical analysis and policy recommendations to inform decision-making. This will include, but not limited to, leading the development of an integrated, digitalized operating system to ensure quality control and agility across the full operations life cycle, as well as supporting the consolidation of newly established or expanded second-line-of-defense functions within the Strategic Core, both in close collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
• Review and provide technical and Strategic input on project negotiations, draft loan proposals, technical cooperations requiring Board approval, country strategies, sector framework documents, operational guidelines, and other matters brought to the Operations Policy Committee (OPC) and senior management committees.
• Coordinate and manage cross-cutting and complex operational work between business units across the Bank and within the IDB Group, fostering synergies across Vice Presidencies, Departments, Divisions, and Country/Sector teams.
• Conduct and lead analytical and operational work to ensure the long-term developmental impact of Bank Group projects and programs, including aspects of private sector development, regional integration, innovation, and comprehensive risk management.
• Propose development of advanced tools for monitoring strategic and operational performance, including key performance and risk management indicators, to ensure goals and commitments are achieved.
• Engage with oversight units (OVE, OII, ETH, AUG, MICI, among others), preparing analyses and responses as needed to ensure accountability and compliance with Bank policies.
• Coordinate and lead special initiatives/projects as assigned by the EVP or Chief Advisor, particularly those requiring integration of corporate and operational processes.
• Ensure data-driven decision-making in corporate matters, including advanced process optimization, talent management, and corporate finance.
• Support EVP’s participation in the Board of Directors, the Policy and Evaluation Committee, Programming Committees of the Board and Management, and other high-level engagements.
• Mentor junior staff in the EVP office.  

What you'll need

• Education: Master's degree in management, International Development, Public Administration, Economics, Finance, or related field. 
• Experience: A minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in operations and evaluation.  Experience in the field office, as well as in private sector in the relevant field are plus.
• Languages: Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, including solid proficiency in Spanish and English, both oral and written. Knowledge of Portuguese and/or French would be an advantage. 

Requirements

• Citizenship: You are a citizen of one of our 48-member countries.
• 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: Staff.

• Length of contract: 3 years initially, renewable upon mutual agreement.
• Work Location: HQ.

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, we work so everyone brings their best and authentic selves to work while finding their purpose. Our people consistently strive for excellence, and we recognize and celebrate the impact of their contributions.

In our efforts to drive innovation, we intentionally include all voices, cultivate a sense of belonging and champion fairness. We welcome individuals from underrepresented groups to join us and share their unique perspectives.

We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job interview process. If you require an accommodation to complete this application, please email us at.