What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resource Planning & Administration Senior Associate position at Inter-American Development Bank?
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 CSD Department is looking for an upbeat Resource Planning and Administration Associate with excellent communication, inter-personal, technical and administrative skills to perform critical functions such as providing administrative, technical and operational support on a variety of areas such as human resources management, budget, finance, and corporate matters.
What you’ll do
International: International staff contract, 36 months initially, renewable upon mutual agreement.
What we offer
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.
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 CSD Department is looking for an upbeat Resource Planning and Administration Associate with excellent communication, inter-personal, technical and administrative skills to perform critical functions such as providing administrative, technical and operational support on a variety of areas such as human resources management, budget, finance, and corporate matters.
What you’ll do
- Coordinate activities within the Biodiversity & Natural Capital and Disaster Risk Management Unit to ensure the smooth operation of the area and provide procedural and/or work guidance to more junior staff, as required.
- Interpret and apply knowledge of Bank policies and procedures on the day-to-day activities and requests.
- Work closely and collaboratively with the Climate Change and Sustainable Development Sector (CSD) Manager front office and other CSD divisions, in: i) All budget and personnel planning matters; ii)The processing of contractual and consulting firms’ requests, as needed; (iii) Monitoring the execution and disbursements of the Unit’s contracts in coordination with project team leaders and Country Offices.
- Monitor budget execution with a complete view of the process and resources (transactional, standalone, and special funds).
- Perform accounts payable functions, approve supporting documentation and authorize payments in the corresponding systems.
- Maintain databases, analyze data and prepare ad hoc analytical reports using available corporate and unit data.
- Provide analytical and technical guidance to the Unit Chiefs in the preparation of the work program, business plan and budget within the Results-Based Budgeting (RBB) framework.
- Provide guidance on Technical Cooperation and Economic Sector Work preparation and approval processes.
- Education: You hold a master’s degree in business administration, Economics, International Relations or related field.
- Experience: You have at least 2 years of relevant experience with development projects. Experience/knowledge in the following areas is a plus: i) knowledge of developing issues in Latin America and the Caribbean; ii) familiarity with economic development terminology; iii) knowledge of Bank systems (SAP, Hyperion, Service Now, Convergence, Concur, among others).
- Languages: You are fluent in English and Spanish.
- 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.
International: International staff contract, 36 months initially, renewable upon mutual agreement.
What we offer
- A competitive compensation package.
- 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: pre-defined 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.
- Development support: We offer learning opportunities to boost your professional profile such as seminars, 1:1 professional counseling, and much more.
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.
