Energy Operations Consultant, Washington D.C.

Inter-American Development Bank; Washington; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Relocation assistance

On-site with teleworking flexibility

Learning opportunities

Job summary

Inter-American Development Bank is seeking a consultant to support the Energy (ENE) department in preparing, designing, and approving operations such as loans, investment grants, and technical co‑operations. You will also research energy topics, procure studies, and draft documents to execute operations.

You will work in the Infrastructure and Energy division, contributing to sector policies, strategies, and guidance while coordinating studies and ensuring adherence to standards.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in economics, renewable energy or related field.
• At least five years of relevant professional experience.
• Proficiency in English and Spanish, spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate in identification and preparation of operations such as loans, investment grants and TCs.
• Provide technical advice to energy operations and perform quality control of documents.
• Prepare and monitor project preparation timelines and update project information in systems.
• Participate in quality review meetings, missions and negotiations; prepare briefs on project status.
• Ensure energy projects comply with environmental and processing policies.

Education

Master's degree

Renewable energy background

Job description

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 aim of this consultancy is to provide support to the Energy (ENE) department in the preparation, design and approval process of its operations, such as loans, investment grants and Technical Cooperations (TCs). The consultant will also support in conducting research in energy sector topics, and in procuring and supervising studies, gathering and analyzing data, and drafting documents needed to prepare and execute operations.

You will work in Infrastructure and Energy (INE) part of the Energy Division (ENE) which is responsible for conceptualizing, preparing, supporting execution, and supervises the IDB’s operations related to energy. Its functions include preparing the Bank sector policies, strategies, operational guidelines and programs in energy; conducting relevant research and analytical work, best practices, and case studies in the sector; and provides specialized sectoral technical support to activities and operations in borrowing member countries.

What you’ll do

• Collaborate in the identification and preparation of operations prepared by ENE such as loans, investment grants and TCs.
• Provide technical advice to energy operations and energy-related operations and perform quality control reviews of energy operational documents for accuracy, clarity, conciseness and consistency.
• Prepare and monitor project preparation timelines, including updating project information within IDB’s operational systems.
• Participate in the quality review meetings, project missions and negotiations, and prepare minutes and briefs on project status.
• Collaborate in the application of environmental and processing policies and ensure energy projects are prepared in compliance with applicable standards.
• Assist in the preparation of project completion reports.
• Coordinate calls for proposals for energy sector studies, draft Terms of Reference, review proposals, and assist in contract management of consultancies.

What you'll need

• Education: Master´s (or equivalent advanced degree) in economics, renewable energy or related field. Background in electrical or mechanical engineering, fluid mechanics, chemical engineering, economics, finance, business administration, environmental management or related area.
• Experience: At least five (5) years of relevant professional experience. Experience within the IDB or other international institutions is desirable.
• Languages: Proficiency in English and Spanish, spoken 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 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 employee’s 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-siteposition with the occasional flexibility of teleworking.

-Development support: We offer learning opportunities to boost your professional profile, such as seminars, 1:1 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, 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 [e-mail] .