IDB Invest - Governance and Oversight Consultant

Inter-American Development Bank; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Leaves and vacations

Health Insurance

Savings plan

Relocation and visa assistance

On-site position with teleworking

Development opportunities

Health and well-being services

Office amenities

Job summary

IDB Invest, the private sector arm of the IDB Group, seeks a strategic Governance and Oversight Consultant in Washington DC. You will develop and maintain a robust digital governance framework, align IT and data governance with regulatory requirements, and collaborate across departments to improve safe, usable technology.

Strong risk management and communication skills are required. Education and experience emphasize a master's in a relevant field and at least 5 years in risk/governance roles,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in computer science, data management, information systems, or related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in risk management or related areas with knowledge of IT governance frameworks.
• Proficiency in English and one other IDB official language (Spanish, French or Portuguese) required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the digital governance framework.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to IT and data processes.
• Ensure compliance with internal risk and audit assessments.
• Collaborate with departments to improve technological usability safely.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of digital governance measures.
• Serve as technical focal point for IT audits and risk assessments.
• Provide recommendations for improving data management practices.

Skills

IT governance

Risk management

Data management

Analytical skills

Communication & collaboration

Education

Master's degree in computer science or data management

Job description

IDB Invest - Governance and Oversight Consultant Job Description IDB Invest - Governance and Oversight Consultant City: Washington DC Company: IDB Invest Posting End Date: 10/22/2026 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, to approximately $19 billion, and unlocking greater private sector participation to drive development and climate impact across the region.

About this position

We are looking for a strategic, experienced, and results-oriented ITA Governance and Oversight Consultant. As ITA Governance and Oversight Consultant, you will develop, implement, and maintain a robust digital governance framework encompassing data and IT functions, aligned with IDB Invest's strategic goals and regulatory requirements.

You will work in the ITA Governance and Oversight vertical, part of the Data Management and Analytics Unit under the ITA Division. This team is responsible for defining and implementing the IT and Data strategy for IDB Invest.

What you’ll do

• Developing and maintaining the digital governance framework.
• Identifying and mitigating risks related to IT and data processes and procedures.
• Ensuring compliance with internal risk and audit assessments.
• Collaborating with various departments to improve technological usability in a safer manner.
• Monitoring and reporting on the effectiveness of digital governance measures.
• Serve as a technical focal point for IT audits and Internal risk assessments, taking a proactive approach to measure risks.
• Provide recommendations for improving data management practices.

What you'll need

Education: A master's degree in computer science, data management, information systems,or other fields relevant to the responsibilities of the role.

Experience: At least 5 years of experience working in risk management-related roles or related fields, with strong knowledge of IT governance frameworks and regulations, excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, and strong communication and collaboration abilities. Able to work effectively in high-pressure environments while managing multiple tasks and priorities. Capable of understanding and translating clients' and business units' needs into practical solutions and providing services that meet expectations for quality and performance. Demonstrates active listening skills, seeks necessary input, shares ideas effectively, communicates persuasively, and conveys information in a clear, objective, and concise manner

Languages: Proficiency in English and one of the other Bank official languages (Spanish, French or Portuguese) is required.

Requirements

Citizenship: No requirements

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, 19 months (up to 48 months, if applicable).

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 for 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] .

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