Solid Waste and Circular Economy Consultant

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

We are looking for a professional with the objective of supporting the development of the Bank's agenda in solid waste management and circular economy. As a Water and Sanitation Consultant, you will contribute in the preparation and implementation of the Division’s loan and technical cooperation operations, the knowledge and institutional strengthening agenda in solid waste management and circular economy, and the Too Good to Waste initiative.

You will work in the Water and Sanitation Division (WSA), part of the Infrastructure and Energy (INE) department. This team seeks to ensure universal and sustainable access to high-quality water, sanitation, and solid waste management services to contribute to the sustainable economic growth of our member countries in Latin America and the Caribbean and a better quality of life for their citizens. The contract will be supervised by Magda Correal ([email protected]), Senior Specialist of the Water and Sanitation Division (INE/WSA).

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate the design and execution of technical cooperations and loan operations related to solid waste management (SWM). This includes provide advice on the process of gathering information, analysis and drafting of documents, preparation, review of procurement processes, product review, coordination and preparation of dissemination and knowledge exchange spaces, as well as the preparation of physical and financial progress reports and compliance with Bank policies, among others.
• Advise in the preparation of Terms of Reference for the hiring of individual consultants or consulting firms and the formalization of partnerships, as well as advise the corresponding review and supervision process.
• Coordinate the management, dissemination, and implementation of INE/WSA knowledge and institutional strengthening tools associated with solid waste management and circular economy in the preparation and execution of Bank operations.

• Advise the coordination and dialogue with other INE/WSA activities and other areas of the Bank, IDB Lab, and IDB Invest.

What You'll Need

• Education: Master’s degree (or equivalent advanced degree) in engineering (civil, environmental, industrial, sanitary, logistics), economics, administration, law, public policy, or other fields relevant to the responsibilities of the role.
• Experience: At least ten (10) years of experience in the solid waste and circular economy sector. Specific experience in the design, construction, and implementation of waste management projects. Experience in the execution of projects financed by multilateral organizations is a plus.

• 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 do not have members of your family (up to the fourth degree of consanguinity and second degree of affinity, including your spouse) who work at the IDB, IDB Invest, or IDB Lab.

Type of contract and duration

• International consultant Full-Time, 18 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 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-site position 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 [email protected].