Strategy, Program & Innovation Officer

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Strategy, Program & Innovation Officer

City: Washington DC

Company: IDB Invest

Posting End Date: 7/23/2026 11:59 PM EST

We improve lives

IDB Invest is the private sector arm of the IDB Group and an international financial institution committed to addressing the development needs of Latin America and the Caribbean. Our mission is to support sustainable enterprises and projects that deliver financial results while maximizing social and environmental impact in the region.

IDB Invest operates in 26 countries, structured across four geographic regions and three industry verticals: Infrastructure and Energy, Financial Intermediaries, and Corporates.

In support of a new transformative business model "Originate to Share" our shareholders recently approved a $3.5 billion capitalization. This will allow IDB Invest to significantly scale up its investments, nearly doubling annual financing from approximately $8 billion to $19 billion, and unlocking greater private sector participation to drive development and climate impact across the region.

About this position

We are searching for a Strategy, Programming and Innovation Officer to work under the guidance of the CEO's Advisor.

The Office of the General Manager is responsible for advancing IDB Invest's strategic objectives by maximizing development impact, strengthening our client-centric approach, fostering a high-performing workplace, and promoting a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. These efforts are aimed at enhancing organizational efficiency and effectiveness across all aspects of our institution.

In this role, you will support the CEO's Advisor across a broad range of strategic, operational, and innovation-related initiatives.

You will work closely with the CEO's Front Office and collaborate with key stakeholders across IDB Invest and the broader IDB Group to facilitate cross-funtional coordination, strengthen institutional alignment, and maximize operational synergies.

What you'll do

The selected candidate will be responsible for various key activities, including but not limited to the following:

• Lead the planning, coordination, and monitoring of strategic initiatives that advance IDB Invest's mandate, ensuring cross-functional alignment, stakeholder engagement, and timely execution of key organizational priorities.
• Support the CEO's Advisor, providing analytical, coordination, and execution support to advance institutional priorities and CEO-sponsored initiatives.
• In charge of the review of transactions requiring Board approval and coordinate executive committees, ensuring effective decision-making and adherence to institutional governance processes.
• Coordinate CEO-led strategic engagements, international business missions, and high-level events to strengthen stakeholder relationships and partnerships with private sector actors, investors, governments, DFIs, MDBs, and other strategic stakeholders.
• Support and gradually assume leadership for the planning and execution of IDB Invest's Annual Meetings and other flagship institutional events.
• Coordinate and review CEO communication needs, including speeches, presentations, interviews, stakeholder correspondence, social media, and other strategic messaging initiatives.
• Support organizational culture and change management efforts that strengthen institutional effectiveness.
• Contribute to innovation and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, agility, and organizational performance.

What you'll need

Education: Master's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Public Policy, International Relations, International development, Communications, or other relevant fields.

Experience: At least 4 years of relevant professional experience in Strategy, management consulting, corporate planning, governance, executive advisory functions, project management, communications, international development, financial institutions, or related fields.

Demonstrated experience coordinating complex cross-functional initiatives, supporting executive decision-making processes, and engaging with senior stakeholders in multicultural environments. Experience in multilateral development institutions, development finance institutions, international organizations, consulting firms, financial institutions, or the private sector. Knowledge of Latin America and the Caribbean will be considered highly valued.

Requirements

Citizenship: If you are not a citizen of United States of America, we may offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your eligible dependents.

Skills: Strong analytical, organizational, stakeholder management, project management, and written and verbal communication skills. Ability to synthesize complex information, exercise sound judgment, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Languages: Oral and written proficiency in English and Spanish is required. Knowledge of Portuguese and/or French is a plus.

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 staff contract, 36 months initially, renewable upon mutual agreement.

What we offer

• 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 that 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.
• On-site position with the occasional flexibility of teleworking.
• Health and well-being: Access to our Health Services Center that 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 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.

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