Senior Associate - Financial Institutions - Caribbean Region
IDB Invest
Date: 1 day ago
City: George Town
Contract type: Contractor

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, nearly doubling annual financing from approximately $8 billion to $19 billion, and unlocking greater private sector participation to drive development and climate impact across the region.
To Deliver On This Ambition, IDB Invest Reorganized Its Structure And Created The Regions Department, Which Manages Business And Client Relationships From a Country Perspective. The Regions Include
About This Position
National staff contract, 36 months initially, renewable upon mutual agreement.
What we offer
At the IDB Group, 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].
#IDBInvest
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, nearly doubling annual financing from approximately $8 billion to $19 billion, and unlocking greater private sector participation to drive development and climate impact across the region.
To Deliver On This Ambition, IDB Invest Reorganized Its Structure And Created The Regions Department, Which Manages Business And Client Relationships From a Country Perspective. The Regions Include
- Southern Cone (Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay, Uruguay)
- Andean Group (Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Venezuela)
- Caribbean (The Bahamas, Barbados, Guyana, Jamaica, Suriname, Trinidad and Tobago)
- Central America, Haiti, Mexico, Panama, and the Dominican Republic
About This Position
- Support team leaders and project teams in the origination, structuring, negotiation and closing of high development impact transactions with banks, microfinance and other non-bank financial institutions that are consistent with IDB Invest’s operations policies and in the relationship management of potential clients.
- Support project teams throughout the transaction approval process by various levels of IDB Invest management and its Board of Directors, in accordance with established procedures, including coordination with the credit risk management, environmental and social safeguards, legal, mobilization and other internal units.
- Contribute to the financial and risk analysis of potential clients; and advise on the financial viability of projects.
- Participate with project teams in due diligences and carry out industry research on the financial sector.
- Participate in the negotiation of transaction contracts and related legal documents in coordination with project teams.
- Prepare, in coordination with project teams, project-related presentations, reports, spreadsheets, memos, among others, as needed.
- Support team leaders and project teams in the origination, structuring, negotiation and closing of high development impact transactions with banks, microfinance and other non-bank financial institutions that are consistent with IDB Invest’s operations policies and in the relationship management of potential clients.
- Support project teams throughout the transaction approval process by various levels of IDB Invest management and its Board of Directors, in accordance with established procedures, including coordination with the credit risk management, environmental and social safeguards, legal, mobilization and other internal units.
- Contribute to the financial and risk analysis of potential clients; and advise on the financial viability of projects.
- Participate with project teams in due diligences and carry out industry research on the financial sector.
- Participate in the negotiation of transaction contracts and related legal documents in coordination with project teams.
- Prepare, in coordination with project teams, project-related presentations, reports, spreadsheets, memos, among others, as needed.
- Education: Master's degree or equivalent degree in Finance, Business Administration, International Development, or other fields relevant to the responsibilities of the role.
- Experience: At least 4 years of relevant employment experience as a financial analyst/associate or equivalent position at a financial institution or a consultancy firm.
- Languages: Proficiency in English and one of the other Bank official languages (Spanish, French or Portuguese) is required.
- Citizenship: You are either a citizen of Guyana or with residency or legal permit to work in Guyana.
- 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.
National staff contract, 36 months initially, renewable upon mutual agreement.
What we offer
- 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: defined benefit pension plan that provides financial security and support employees in planning for their future.
- Hybrid and flexible work schedules.
- Health and well-being: Access to our Health Services Center that 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.
At the IDB Group, 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].
#IDBInvest
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