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Inter-American Development Bank · 8 hours ago

Learning & Knowledge Lead Specialist

Washington, DC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

6+ years exp

The Inter-American Development Bank is a community focused on improving lives in Latin America and the Caribbean. They are seeking an experienced Knowledge Specialist to support the knowledge bank agenda, enhance operational effectiveness, and lead a team of knowledge management specialists.

BankingFinanceFinancial ServicesNon Profit

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Analyze institutional and operational knowledge needs across sectors and countries to identify gaps, opportunities, and priorities for generating, systematizing, and reusing evidence and lessons learned

Contribute to strengthening the knowledge-operations feedback loop by integrating empirical evidence and lessons learned into operational design, implementation, and learning processes

Contribute to the measurement of the Bank's knowledge influence indicators through the calculation, interpretation, and continuous improvement of different indicators

Lead the design and/or implementation of structured reflection and knowledge exchange activities to inform action plans and the preparation of strategic institutional documents

Support capacity-building initiatives through workshops and learning events that strengthen evidence-informed practices in member countries and project teams

Lead the design and implementation of knowledge management digital tools and platforms (including GenAl-enabled solutions such as the Knowledge Platform and Lessons Writing Assistant) to enhance usability, quality, and integration with operational workflows

Build and maintain strong internal partnerships across divisions and departments, as well as external relationships with international organizations, to advance collaboration and knowledge sharing

Represent the IDB Group in internal and external knowledge management forums, communities of practice, and international events, positioning the Bank as a knowledge leader

Mentor and lead a multi-cultural team of knowledge professionals, fostering high performance in the generation, systematization, quality assurance, evaluation and dissemination of operational knowledge

Qualification

Knowledge managementImpact evaluationTeam leadershipCapacity buildingDigital tools implementationBilingual SpanishBilingual EnglishCommunication skillsCollaborationMentoring

Required

You must hold a master's degree or equivalent education (PhD strongly preferred) in knowledge management, economics, business administration, statistics, public policy, international development, or related fields relevant to the responsibilities of the role

At least 6 years of relevant experience, preferably 8 years of relevant and progressive substantive experience, working in the design, implementation, supervision, and evaluation of development projects and/or knowledge management initiatives in international environments or organizations

Proficiency in Spanish and English, spoken and written, is required

You are a citizen of one of our 48-member countries

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

Preferred

Additional knowledge of French and Portuguese is preferable

Benefits

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 perks (country specific): Lactation Room, Daycare Center, Gym, Bike Racks, Parking, Spouse Career Program, and others.

Company

Inter-American Development Bank

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Our people are committed and passionate about improving lives in Latin America and the Caribbean, and they get to do what they love in a diverse, collaborative and stimulating work environment.

Founded in 1959

Washington, District of Columbia, USA

1001-5000 employees