Concessional Climate Finance Consultant (Washington D.C., US, 20577)

IDB Invest

Experience: 5+ yrs
Location: Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Job type: Full-time

Required skills

Agile
database

About the role

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

We are looking for a highly organized, analytical, and proactive Project Operations Consultant. As a Project Operations Consultant, you will support the mainstreaming of climate change into the IDB Group’s operations and regional initiatives, contribute to policy and strategy development, and assist in analytical work, research, and the preparation of sector practices and case studies related to climate change and sustainability.

You will work in the Climate Change Solutions Division (CSD/CCS), part of the Climate Change and Sustainability Sector (CSD). This team is responsible for advising IDB management and developing policies, strategies, operational guidelines, and programs related to climate change and sustainability, as well as conducting sector research, analytical work, and knowledge products to strengthen climate policy at subnational, national, and regional levels.

What you’ll do

Support the origination of concessional finance proposals, including country-specific investment plans and projects, for major providers of concessional finance such as Climate Investment Fund, Adaptation Fund, Long Term Strategy Programme, Loss and Damage Fund.
Provide technical inputs in the preparation of knowledge products for internal and external audiences, including publications, blogs, and BBLs on topics related to concessional finance.
Maintain the Climate Finance Team project pipeline database and prepare briefings on its status for management, as required.
In addition, the consultant will support CSD/CCS other activities on concessional climate finance.

What you'll need

Education: Master’s Degree in Economics, International Development, or other fields relevant to the responsibilities of the role.
Experience: At least 5 years of progressive experience working with multilateral development banks or international financial institutions on climate projects is desirable. Understanding of projects related to concessional climate finance, particularly in relation to multilateral and bilateral funds.
Languages: Proficiency in English and Spanish, spoken and written, is required.

Requirements

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 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 consultant Full-Time, 19 months (up to 48 months, subject to eligibility).

What we offer

A competitive compensation package.
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.
We offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your family when it applies.
On-site position with the occasional flexibility of teleworking.
Development support: We offer learning opportunities to boost your professional profile, such as seminars, 1:1 professional counseling, and much more.
Health and well-being: Access to our Health Services Center that provides preventive care and health education for employees.
Other office amenities (as available): Lactation Room, Daycare Center, Gym, Bike Racks, Parking, spouse career support, 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 accommodations@iadb.org.

About IDB Invest

Multilateral development bank financing private sector in Latin America

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