Inter-American Development Bank · 2 hours ago
Principal Specialist - Thematic Evaluations Cluster Leader
Washington, DC
Contract
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
7+ years expThe Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) is dedicated to improving lives in Latin America and the Caribbean. They are seeking a Principal Specialist to lead the Thematic Evaluations Cluster, overseeing evaluations and managing a team to assess the effectiveness of IDB's strategies and operations.
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Responsibilities
Supervise the preparation of high-quality and timely thematic evaluations
Help task team leaders and staff conceptualize thematic evaluations and provide timely feedback to them through all stages of evaluation
Review and revise draft reports, providing inputs as needed to ensure that they are of high quality and that they are delivered on time
Coordinate closely with OVE’s principal advisor and Director to reflect their insights in the evaluations
Supervise 12-15 staff and research fellows mapped to the thematic cluster
Agree on work programs and results with cluster members
Give periodic performance feedback to cluster members and complete their yearly performance assessments
Ensure access to appropriate training resources on relevant thematic issues
Hold periodic staff meetings of the thematic cluster
Work closely with other OVE’s Cluster Leaders and with OVE’s Principal Advisor to provide insights on OVE’s overall strategic directions under the guidance of OVE’s Director
Contribute to managing OVE’s human and financial resources
Work jointly with other Cluster Leaders to address OVE Director requests
Provide input on evaluations managed by other Cluster Leaders
Discuss and agree on allocation of thematic cluster staff time across evaluations
Engage with IDB Group’s management at key stages of the evaluation cycle – pre-approach paper, emerging findings, and management review – establishing a transparent, constructive dialogue that leads to accountability and mutual learning while maintaining OVE’s independence
Take part in discussions with the Board to define OVE’s work program
Engage in technical discussions with the Board when requested
Identify and discuss good practices in thematic evaluations within other MDBs
Contribute to the update of the Good Practice Standards (GPS) for evaluation that OVE is leading for the Evaluation Cooperation Group (ECG)
Qualification
Required
You must hold a master's degree (PhD strongly preferred) in economics, social sciences, public policy, business administration, or other fields relevant to the responsibilities of the role
At least 7 years of relevant and progressive substantive experience, preferably 15 years of experience, in (1) leading complex analytical work and independent evaluations, (2) designing and overseeing qualitative and quantitative evaluations across multi-country, multi-sector contexts, (3) shaping evaluation strategies, and ensuring methodological rigor in thematic and project level evaluations, (4) conducting and supervising strategic evaluations in areas such as poverty reduction, climate action, governance, and institutional effectiveness
Proficiency in English and one of the other Bank official languages (Spanish, French or Portuguese) is required
Excellent track record in leading high-quality complex analytical work or evaluations
Advanced knowledge of quantitative and qualitative evaluation methods, including data science applications
Advanced knowledge of design challenges for thematic evaluations and how to address them
Demonstrated capacity to provide intellectual leadership on evaluation methods
Strong practical understanding of designing and conducting rigorous multi-level, multi-site, and theory-based evaluations is a plus
In-depth understanding of operations and strategies of the IDB, other MDBs, or similar corporate settings
Experience in leading projects—policy and investment loans, private sector operations, technical cooperations—is an important plus
Knowledge and understanding of OVE evaluation products and processes is a plus
Knowledge of the public and private sector windows of MDBs is a plus
Experience in managing teams, including supervising, coaching, mentoring, fostering collaboration, and empowering staff
Ability to attract, select, and motivate talented and diverse staff
Strong empathy and emotional intelligence
Excellent planning, organizational and communication skills (written and oral)
Ability to represent OVE within the IDB Group and with external stakeholders and audiences
Ability to operate collaboratively across organizational boundaries and different constituencies, while maintaining independence of judgment, including when facing pressure
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
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
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.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$25.66MKey Investors
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