Transport Operational Consultant

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Transport Operational Consultant

City Washington DC

Company IDB

Posting End Date October 30 2026

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 Transport Division TSP is seeking a professional with experience in the preparation and execution of projects and knowledge products with particular emphasis on the transport sector.

You will work in the Transport Division which is part of the Infrastructure Department INE. The team leads the promotion of public policies the financing of transport projects and the provision of technical assistance across the regions transport sector. The Division also contributes through its strategic areas of focus i institutional transformation ii user-centered public transport iii resilience and green infrastructure iv logistics and regional integration and v enabling private investment.

These guidelines also take into account each countrys specific characteristics the importance of regional integration gender dimensions and the environmental social and fiscal sustainability of its interventions while emphasizing the importance of increasing public investment and private-sector participation in infrastructure financing. This contributes to expanding available knowledge on transportation and to the preparation and execution of transportation projects in Latin America and the Caribbean LAC. Research topics are related to the Divisions strategic activities.

What youll do

Support the preparation of sector working documents including the Project Profile PP Proposal for Operation Development POD and Loan Proposal LP together with their respective annexes and assist in monitoring and supporting the loan preparation process.

Review the documents listed above to ensure the accuracy completeness and quality of the final product and the proper application of relevant guidelines. Update project-related corporate databases and their corresponding schedules.

Support the preparation of and participation in missions including their Terms of Reference the preparation of memoranda and the distribution of communications.

Contribute to the preparation of technical cooperation documents and their corresponding annexes as well as Project Completion Reports.

Provide technical logistical and administrative support for the organization of seminars conferences and meetings.

Conduct literature reviews in transport and related fields by searching for analyzing and selecting articles published in scientific journals public- and private-sector reports publications from international organizations and other sources of knowledge in the sector.

Prepare inputs and materials for knowledge activities and support their dissemination.

Participate in a series of operations and activities to identify new business opportunities in the private sector and support the preparation of presentation materials.

Contribute to the TSP Management Team on activities related with internal and external events in coordination with other multilaterals and different teams.

What youll need

Education Bachelors degree in civil engineering architecture finance economics or another related field relevant to the responsibilities of the role.

Experience Between 2 and 4 years of progressive experience.

Languages Proficiency in Spanish and English both oral 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 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 consultant Full-Time 12 months up to 48 months subject to eligibility.

What we offer

The IDB Group provides benefits that respond to the different needs and moments of an employees life. These benefits include -

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 to supplement 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 11 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 Group 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 accommodationsiadb.org.

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