1. Inter-American Development Bank*
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Inter-American Development Bank
Human Resources Department
Career Opportunities at the IDB
Manuel Labrado
Manager, Human Resources Department
November 19 – 20 – Portugal *

2. Table of Contents Basic information of the Institution*
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Basic information of the Institution
Main areas of activities
General information on the Bank’s structure
Bank’s Organizational Structure
Bank’s Grade Structure Distribution
Banks’ Employment Modalities
A picture of the Bank: Personnel Statistics
Selection Process at the Bank
Profiles in Demand
Special Programs for Young Professionals
What the IDB Offers *

3. Basic Information of the Institution*
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The IDB is the oldest of all regional development institutions of the world and constitutes the main source of multilateral financing for economic, social and institutional projects of development, and those of commerce and regional integration, in Latin America and the Caribbean.
The Bank was created in 1959.
In actuality it is composed of 47 member countries:
26 borrowing countries
21 non borrowing countries, including the United States, Japan, Republic of Korea, Canada, Israel and 16 European countries. *

4. Basic Information of the Institution*
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Basic Information of the Institution
The IDB headquarters is located in Washington, D.C.
The IDB has 26 Country Offices in Latin America and the Caribbean and 2 Special Offices, one in Europe and the other in Japan.
Has a staff of 1,805 employees.
The total capital of the Bank as of December 31, 2006 was of $US 100,953 billion.
The total of loans approved by the Bank from has been for more than $US 145,020 billion.
In the year 2006, the total of loans offered by the Bank has been $US 6,380 billion. *

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The Bank’s Vision
The four fundamental objectives of the IDB defined in its Institutional Strategy are:
Promote poverty reduction
Foster social cohesion by creating opportunities for the majority
Support Private Sector ad job creation
Support regional integration *

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Areas of Activities
To reach these goals, the Bank acts in the following activities:
Competitiveness
Social Development
Reform and Modernization of the State *

7. Distribution of Loans by Sector of Activity Competitiveness*
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Distribution of Loans by Sector of Activity Competitiveness *

8. Distribution of Loans by Sector of Activity Social Development*
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Distribution of Loans by Sector of Activity Social Development
(In millions of U.S. dollars) *

9. *
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Distribution of Loans by Sector of Activity Reform and Modernization of the State *

10. Distribution of Loans by Sector of Activity Year 2006*
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Distribution of Loans by Sector of Activity Year 2006
The total of loans in 2006 was $US 6,380 billion
Social
Development
$US 1,727 billion
27%
Competitiveness
$US 3,190 billion
50%
Reform and
Modernization
of the State
$US 1,463 billion
23% *

11. Distribution of Loans by Sector of Activity, 1961-2006*
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Distribution of Loans by Sector of Activity,
Total loans approved by the Bank in this period surpassed $US 145,020 billion
Social
Development
$US 48,593 billion
34%
Competitiveness
$US 71,846 billion
50%
Reform and
Modernization
of the State
$US 24,579 billion
17% *

12. *
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13. Grade Structure Distribution*
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Grade Structure Distribution
Starting Salary
Executives
Representatives/Division Chiefs
Seniors / Mid level
Professionals / Specialists
Junior Professionals
Para-professionals
Support Staff E
R/1
US$129,128 2 3 4 5
US$77,140 6
7-9
US$30,621
10-13
Does not include personnel working for the Executive Board of Directors *

14. Employment Modalities*
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Employment Modalities
Staff Positions
Contractual Employees
Consultants
Temporary
Help
Turnover
Fixed-term
Trust Fund
Appts.
Research
Fellows
Open-ended
Special Programs for
Young Professionals
Staff: Functions of the position represent areas relevant to continuing Bank business Start with Fixed-term contracts through competitive process Appointment and Relocation
Consultant jobs are offered to persons for specific tasks and projects paid on a fee basis. Consultants contracts are characterized by well-defined deliverables. These deliverables are associated with highly specialized services or performance of distinct tasks required to complete specific work products at pre-determined rates. The duration of the contract will be consistent with the length of time necessary for the delivery of the specific products, but it may not extend beyond maximum of 190 working days or 1,520 working hours in any period of 12 consecutive months.
Temporary Help: The Bank may hire individuals to meet temporary increases in workload or to provide services needed for short periods of time. In general, these needs are in support activities, and, unlike consultant jobs, usually do not require highly specialized skills beyond those normally acquired through some post-secondary education and relevant practical experience. The duration of the contract may not extend beyond a maximum term of 12 months less one day.
Trust Fund Appointments : Trust fund appointments provide expert advice, studies, and coordination of programs and related activities pursuant to Trust Funds administered by the Bank. The terms of reference and duration of these contracts must be consistent with the requirements of the relevant fund and applicable Bank policies. Terms and conditions of contracts with individuals hired through Trust Funds, where the Bank acts as Administrator, will be in compliance with the terms and conditions established by the Trust Fund Agreement.
Junior Professional
Internships / Employee Programs
Diversity Program *

15. A Picture of the Bank: Personnel Statistics*
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A Picture of the Bank: Personnel Statistics
As of September 30, 2007
Distribution by Gender
Distribution by Category
Distribution Headquarters vs. Representations
Regional Distribution/Non Regional/Canada & USA *

16. Population Distribution by Age*
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Population Distribution by Age
37.9
37.9
33.8
22.4
37.9
33.8
33.8
22.4
22.4
1.8
4.1
4.1
1.8
1.8
4.1
In percentages
In percentages
In percentages
Distribution by Years of Service 17 17 23 23 14 14 13 15 13 15 4 4 6 6 5 5 2 2
In percentages
In percentages
Evolution by Years of Service 10 12 10 *

17. Selection Process at the Bank*
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Selection Process at the Bank *

18. Operational Careers at the Bank*
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Operational Careers at the Bank
Education
Health
Women in Development
Poverty
Modernization of the State
Housing & Urban Development
Municipal Development
Social Development *

19. Operational Careers at the Bank Infrastructure Specialist*
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Operational Careers at the Bank
Telecommunications
Transportation
Energy
General Engineering
Infrastructure Specialist *

20. Natural Resources Specialist*
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Operational Careers at the Bank
Natural Resources Management
Environmental Protection
Pollution Control
Agriculture
Sanitation
Natural Resources Specialist *

21. Financial Sector Specialist*
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Operational Careers at the Bank
Financial Sector Projects
Financial Institutions
Financial Sector Specialist *

22. Operational Careers at the Bank*
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Operational Careers at the Bank
Country Economists
Project Economists
Economist *

23. To support its operations, the Bank also looks for additional profiles in the following areas:
Procurement
Finance and Accounting
Audit
Human Resources
Information Systems
Support

24. Minimum Requirements for these positions are:*
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Minimum Requirements for these positions are:
Master’s degree, Licenciature or equivalent degree, and sometimes Ph.D.
4 years + of relevant experience, preferably in Latin America and/or the Caribbean.
Fluent in at least 2 of the Bank’s official languages, preferably English and Spanish. *

25. Online Recruitment Application Job@pply
Recruitment Sources *
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Internet (
Advertisements (Newspapers, and Professional Publications)
Career Fairs
Recruitment Missions
Online Recruitment Application *

26. Special Programs for Young Professionals and Students*
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Special Programs for Young Professionals and Students
Junior Professional Program / Diversity: Completed post-graduate degree
Summer / Diversity Internship : Pursuing graduate degree
Summer / Diversity Employment: Pursuing undergraduate degree
Research Fellowship: Students or recent graduates *

27. Junior Professional Program/Diversity*
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The program is designed for young professionals with skills in areas such as:
Economics
Trade
Modernization of the State
Environment
Finance
Public Administration
Education
Health *

28. Junior Professional Program/Diversity*
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General Requirements
Master’s degree
One or more years of professional experience
Under 33 and 38 years of age
Proficiency in English and Spanish
Certification of origin *

29. Summer / Diversity Internship Programs*
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Summer / Diversity Internship Programs
General Requirements
Be working towards a graduate degree
Not older than 36 years of age
Proficient in at least one official language
Certification of origin
Employment Characteristics
Participants are hired for a period of 2 or 3 months
Assignments relevant to their course of study *

30. Summer / Diversity Employment Program*
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Summer / Diversity Employment Program
General Requirements
Be working towards an undergraduate degree
Not older than 26 years of age
Proficient in at least one official language
Certification of origin
Employment Characteristics
Participants are hired for a period of 2 or 3 months
Administrative and clerical assignments *

31. Research Fellowship Program*
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Up to 2 years of entry-level work experience. After completion, RF should move on to continue with their education or professional career in the labor market. RF provide the Bank with up-to-date knowledge and skills in a variety of areas pertinent to the Bank.
Citizen of member countries only. Under 33 of age (38 for diversity candidates). Pursuing a university degree or have graduated in the last 3 years. One time participation. Fluent in at least 1 official language of the Bank. *

32. Associate Professional Officer (APO)*
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Up to 2-years contract. Paid by Governments with an agreement for APO Program. Currently: Italy; in process Germany and Austria.
Under age 33 (38 for diversity program candidates) Candidate must have Masters Degree and has graduated within the last 3 years. One time participation. *

33. What the IDB Offers: Competitive compensation package:*
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Competitive compensation package:
Salaries net of income taxes comparable to those of other international institutions
Comprehensive Relocation Plan, including Visa
Expatriate Benefits (Home-Leave, Education Allowance)
Medical and Life Insurance
Pension Plan
Dependency Allowance
Challenging Career Development Opportunities
Multidisciplinary diverse environment *

34. In Summary… *
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The Inter-American Development Bank offers you an exciting challenge: to be part of the oldest and largest regional multilateral institution that helps accelerate economic and social development in LAC and the Caribbean.
We recruit through competitive process aiming at the highest degree of professional competency, integrity, and institutional efficiency.
We offer:
Exciting career development opportunities
Competitive benefits and compensation packages
Diverse and inclusive working environment *