Resources Planning & Administration Senior Analyst

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 dynamic, innovative and team-oriented Resource Planning and Administration (RPA) Senior Analyst to support a wide range of general administrative functions in human resources management, finance, budget and contract management, change management, overall service orientation and other corporate administrative tasks.  

You will work in our Country Office in Jamaica, which is part of the Country Caribbean Department (CCB). The team is responsible for the promotion and development of Bank country strategies and programming; as well as knowledge and capacity-building work that contribute to the country dialogue in the region. The department supports the processing, negotiation, and administration of regional and country specific projects and programs; leading and maintaining the relations of the IDB with member countries; promoting and coordinating the use of the funds administered by the Bank or under parallel financing agreements.

What you’ll do

Working under the moderate supervision of the Resource Planning and Administration Specialist (RPA Specialist), your duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Support the implementation of Human Resources strategies and plans to optimize the capabilities of the Country Office in alignment with business needs.
• Assists supervisors and employees in the implementation of new policies, procedures and initiatives.
• Contribute to the implementation of training and knowledge actions and activities as needed. 
• Work closely with the Resource Planning and Administration Specialist (RPA Specialist) to update and monitor the budget execution to anticipate and communicate deviations in a timely manner, identifying needs for goods and administrative services, and mitigate risk.
• Perform tasks related to corporate matters, including procurement, travel, corporate facilities management, corporate social responsibility, security and business continuity, records management, and information technology. 
• Support the coordination of events, seminars, and annual retreats including logistics, invitations, venue, catering services, and the publication and dissemination of event materials.

What you'll need

• Education: Bachelor's degree in business administration, Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, or other fields relevant to the responsibilities of the role.  
• Experience: At least 2 years of experience in the management of human resources, budgeting, accounting, corporate management, and general administration.
• Languages: Fluency in English is required. 

Requirements

• Citizenship: You are a citizen of Jamaica

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

• National staff contract, 36 months initially, renewable upon mutual agreement. 

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: 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: pre-defined pension plan that provides financial security and supports employees in planning for their future.
• Hybrid and flexible work schedules
• Health and wellbeing:  Access to our Health Services Center which 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.