IT Analyst, Information Management Services. World Bank, Washington, D.C. Open until 27 January 2021

 IT Analyst, Information Management Services

Job #:	req10608
Organization:	World Bank
Sector:	Information Technology
Grade:	GE
Term Duration:	3 years 0 months
Recruitment Type:	Local Recruitment
Location:	Washington, DC,United States
Required Language(s):	English
Preferred Language(s):
Closing Date:	1/27/2021 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC

Description About the World Bank Group: Established in 1944, the World Bank Group (WBG) is one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries; a unique global partnership of five institutions: the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD), the International Development Association (IDA), the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA), and the International Centre for the Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID). With 189 member countries and more than 120 offices worldwide, the WBG works with public and private sector partners, investing in groundbreaking projects and using data, research, and technology to develop solutions to the most urgent global challenges. ITS Vice Presidency Context: Information and Technology Solutions (ITS) enables the WBG to achieve its mission of ending extreme poverty and promote shared prosperity in a sustainable way by delivering transformative information and technologies to its staff working in over 150 locations. Our vision is to transform how the Bank Group accomplishes its mission through information and technology. In this fast-paced, ever-changing world, the formulation and implementation of the ITS strategy is an ongoing, iterative process of learning and adaptation developed through extensive consultations with business partners throughout the World Bank Group. ITS shapes its strategy in response to changing business priorities and leverages new technologies to achieve three high-level business outcomes: business enablement, by providing Bank Group units with innovative digital tools and technologies to transform how they deliver value for their clients; empowerment & effectiveness, by ensuring that all Bank Group staff are connected, able to find information, and productive to accelerate the delivery of development solutions globally; and resilience, by equipping the Bank Group to provide risk-based cybersecurity and robust data protection for a global network and a growing cloud platform. Implementation of the strategy is guided by three core principles. The first is to deliver solutions for business partners that are customer-centric, innovative, and transformative. The second is to provide the Bank Group with value for money with selective and standard technologies. The third principle is to excel at the basics by providing a high performing, robust, and resilient IT environment for the organization. Unit Context: The Information & Technology Solutions, Knowledge and Information Services Unit is led by the Chief Archivist within the Information Management & Technology (ITS) Vice Presidency.  ITSKI partners with clients and IT network colleagues to provide transformative development solutions through the management of information and provisioning of IT enabled business solutions, towards a world free of poverty.  The ITSKI unit’s primary clients are internal (the Regional Vice-presidencies, the Global Practices) and other corporate and operational units, as well as with external clients, partners, and the public that use the Bank’s Access to Information systems and archival services.  Within ITSKI, the ITSRI Unit is responsible for the Records and Information Management and Open Publishing functions which provide the foundation to transparency, accountability, and evidence-based decision-making at the WBG. The work includes enabling information and knowledge sharing with the development community while also facilitating the easy capture, sharing, discovery, use, storage and disposition of WBG information.  Additionally, the ITSRI team supports the underlying applications for the Archives, document/record management repositories, ITSKI intranet sites and internal and public facing curated collections for the World Bank and development community and manages active and semi-active paper files for ICSID, INT, and IFC at their Records and Information Centers, before the files are transferred to the custody of the WBG Archives in the Records Center at the Pennsylvania Mine. This position is in ITSRI (Records and Information) unit as team member of the Web Archives program supporting our Extranet and Intranet information lifecycle processes. Web archiving is a part of the World Bank Group digital preservation strategy which aims to capture, preserve, and provide access to institutional memory, information, and knowledge. Archived websites represent an important digital asset of significant historical and research value and serve as record of the WBG business activities. Duties and Accountabilities: The Information Analyst will assume the following responsibilities: Developing customized archiving solutions using open source crawler, SharePoint, Python, JavaScript, Perl script, XML, HTML and CSS for WBG external and internal websites. Leveraging SharePoint REST APIs to extract Document Libraries from O365 platforms including websites, Yammer groups and Teams. Working on developing and enhancing Python scripts to capture Yammer and Teams conversations and converting them to PDF as part of the web archiving service. Working on solutions to convert WBG press releases raw HTML data to PDF for easy cataloging, search and retrieval. Providing technical support and virtual meeting logistics for the Copyright Coffee series. Selection Criteria Master's degree with 2 years relevant experience or Bachelors Degree (preferably Bachelor of Engineering in Information Technology) with a minimum of 4 years relevant experience. Related work experience in the Information Technology field. Proficiency in cloud platforms such as Office 365 collaboration solutions, SharePoint 2016 and SharePoint Online. Hands on experience using SharePoint web services, REST APIs and SQL server. Excellent analytical, problem-solving and project management skills. Ability to work independently and within team environment. Organized, agile, persistent, and proactive. Ability to work and juggle multiple tasks within tight deadlines English proficiency, written and spoken a must. Knowledge of other languages a plus. Required Competencies: Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively in a fast-paced collaborative environment Adaptability - Recognizes and responds appropriately to new situations. Business Enterprise Knowledge - Keeps informed on business operations data. Client Orientation - Takes personal responsibility and accountability for timely response to client queries, requests or needs, working to remove obstacles that may impede execution or overall success. Drive for Results - Takes personal ownership and accountability to meet deadlines and achieve agreed-upon results and has the personal organization to do so. Teamwork (Collaboration) and Inclusion - Collaborates with other team members and contributes productively to the team’s work and output, demonstrating respect for different points of view. Poverty has no borders, neither does excellence. We succeed because of our differences and we continuously search for qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds from around the globe.

Records Management Expert. IDB, Washington DC. Open until 4 December 2020

Records Management Expert - Corporate Services  Specialist or Sr. Associate

   

Background: Within the Administrative Services Division of the Budget and Administrative Services Department, the Records Management Section is looking for a professional with experience in Records Management (RM).

   
The team’s mission: The Records Management Section is responsible for the Records Management (RM) program at the IDB Group, which encapsulates the establishment and monitoring of the governance framework, the management of digital and physical records, the delivery of RM support including trainings to Business Units and the coordination of the RM function in the 29 country offices.

  
What you’ll do, Among other things,  

 

• Support the consolidation and execution of RM governance across the IDB Group;
• Design information architectures for the organization of digital Records covering the design, mapping with retention plan, approval, and deployment.
• Lead process optimization in Business Units, ensuring that client needs, and management expectations are met while being compliant with policies.
• Provide support and training to IDB Group Personnel on RM.
• Develop and maintain RM policies/guidelines/tools and identify improvement opportunities based on market trends and standards.
• Lead projects geared to improving RM solutions with close coordination/interaction with the IT Team.

 

 

What you’ll need: 

   

Education: Master’s degree in Information Management, Records Management, Archives Management or related disciplines.

   
Experience: 

• A minimum of five years of relevant practical work experience in RM or Information Management preferably in an international organization or another multi-cultural environment. 
• Advanced knowledge of and experience with the concepts, principles and practice of information, document, records and archives management focused on digital records. 
• Demonstrable experience in designing and supporting a Document and Records Management System, experience in retention management would be very advantageous. 
• Experience in project management, business analysis and process optimization involving RM. 
• Experience in the delivery of trainings and support on RM. 
• Experience in leading change processes would be a great plus.
• Systems and technology: Experience with Office365 including SharePoint. Advanced knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office suite. 
• Excellent client service skills and ability to work with all levels of management and staff is critical.
• Expert writing skills and a high degree of experience in preparing and delivering various types of communications and presentations is required. 

Languages: Fluency in English is required. Proficiency in another official Bank language (Spanish, French and/or Portuguese) is desirable.

 

   
Core and Technical Competencies 
   

Link to Technical Competencies
Link to Core Competencies

   
Opportunity Summary: 

Type of contract: Staff - Fixed Term
Length of contract: 3 years
Starting date: TBD
Location: Washington DC
Requirements: You must be a citizen of one of the IDB’s 48 member countries and have no family members currently working at the IDB Group. 

Our culture: Our people are committed and passionate about improving lives in Latin-America and the Caribbean, and they get to do what they love in a diverse, collaborative and stimulating work environment. We are the first Latin American and Caribbean development institution to be award the EDGE certification, recognizing our strong commitment to gender equality. As an employee you can be part of internal resource groups that connect our diverse community around common interests. 

 

We encourage women, afro-descendants, people of indigenous origins, and persons with disabilities to apply. 

   
About us: At the IDB, we’re committed to improving lives. Since 1959, we’ve been a leading source of long-term financing for economic, social, and institutional development in Latin America and the Caribbean. We do more than lending though. We partner with our 48-member countries to provide Latin America and the Caribbean with cutting-edge research about relevant development issues, policy advice to inform their decisions, and technical assistance to improve on the planning and execution of projects. For this, we need people who not only have the right skills, but also are passionate about improving lives.

    
The IDB offers a competitive remuneration and benefits package.

   
Our team in Human Resources carefully reviews all applications. 

   
Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic and its implications for our Region, the IDB Group is reviewing its hiring needs and re-prioritizing its areas of talent acquisition. We encourage candidates to continue to apply to the active postings, yet current job openings may be subject to further decisions in terms of timing of the processes, or other actions, in accordance with business needs. Final hiring decisions may also be conditioned to the candidate’s ability to timely relocate to the post of duty at the moment of starting service.

 

Additional Information

• External Opening Date: Nov 4, 2020
• External Closing Date: Dec 4, 2020
• External Contact Email: hrsc@iadb.org
• External Contact Name: HR Shared Services
• Job Field: Corporate Services

Archivist. World Bank, Washington D.C. Open until 15 November 2019

Archivist

Job #:	req4663
Organization:	World Bank
Sector:	Information Technology
Grade:	GE
Term Duration:	3 years 0 months
Recruitment Type:	Local Recruitment
Location:	Washington, DC,United States
Required Language(s):	English
Preferred Language(s):
Closing Date:	11/15/2019 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC

Description About the World Bank Group: Established in 1944, the WBG is one of the world’s largest sources of funding and knowledge for development solutions. In fiscal year 2018, the WBG committed $67 billion in loans, grants, equity investments and guarantees to its members and private businesses, of which $24 billion was concessional finance to its poorest members. It is governed by 188-member countries and delivers services out of 120 offices with nearly 15,000 staff located globally. The WBG consists of five specialized institutions: the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD), the International Development Association (IDA), the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA), and the International Centre for the Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID). The World Bank is organized into six client-facing Regional Vice-Presidencies, several corporate functions and thirteen Global Practices to bring best-in-class knowledge and solutions to regional and country clients. Information and Technology Solutions – Knowledge and Information (ITSKI) provides information services to the Bank Group and the public. The services are provided by two units: Records and Information Services (ITSRI) and Library and Archives (ITSLA). This position is in the World Bank Group Archives which is located in ITSLA. The World Bank Group Archives provides Bank Group staff and the global community with access to relevant information and services to: foster knowledge, transparency, and accountability; and reflect history to enable effective delivery of development solutions. The Archives is responsible for: AMS 10.11 on Records Management (including advisory services, policy compliance outreach and training, appraisal / retention schedule, and requirements for systems); off-site records center services in Boyers, Pennsylvania; implementation of The World Bank Policy on Access to Information; creating knowledge products that promote the history of the World Bank Group and the archival holdings; and the preservation and intellectual control required to maintain access to archival records according to international standards. Duties and Accountabilities Responsible for the arrangement and description of fonds held by the World Bank Group Archives. This includes creating hierarchical arrangements using functional analysis, and describing records according to the International Standard for Archival Description (ISAD(G)) and specific World Bank Group Archives rules. Monitors compliance with standards and oversees quality of content for the Archives’ open source tool, Access to Memory (AtoM), and is responsible for the flow of new content and data into the system. Defines requirements for new functionality in the Archives’ systems and other tools used to publish information about the holdings of the World Bank Group Archives to meet Access to Information policy requirements. Preserves and provides access to born digital records by providing description- and access-related support for the development and implementation of the Digital Vault. Implements storage, protection and preservation plans by describing, classifying, developing and assigning metadata for complex electronic and analog information resources following guidelines. Contributes to continual updating, cataloging or profiling guidelines and framework. Collects, selects, curates, and/or develops knowledge products and other content to be integrated and delivered electronically via websites, portals, timelines, publicly or other means of communication Provides support for the management of Access to Information request cases, including but not limited to: identification of responsive records; conducting reference interviews upon request; and declassification review and processing as mandated under the Access to Information policy. As an integral part of the Archives team, be an active participant in Archives’ day to day projects, responsibilities and deliverables. Works with appraisal team to identify disposition data remediation or corrections at the end of the records’ lifecycle. Contributes to the formulation and implementation of policies, standards, guidelines, and procedures pertaining to information management, services and governance. Supports external communications and awareness of the Archives through management of Archives’ external website and liaison with ITSLA communications contact. Supports and may lead on-going marketing and outreach activities. Specific functions Arrange archival records into discrete fonds and series using strong functional analysis skills, and create fonds-level and series-level descriptions according to the International Standards for Archival Description (ISAD(G)). Perform detailed research on the organizational and functional history of World Bank departments, for the completion of administrative histories according to the International Standard on Archival Authority Records (ISAAR). Execute complex data searches and exports from the Archives’ business system to assist functional analysis and to determine and test / sample the scope of the fonds. Enter archival arrangement and description data into the Archives’ business system, and ensure accurate export of the data to the public web. Provide subject matter expertise on archival arrangement and description of born digital records deemed permanent by authorized retention schedules, and define solutions for how ISAD(G) finding aids can provide information about and surface digital records in Archives’ custody. Conceptualize and author knowledge products that help communicate the Bank’s history and promote our holdings and services. Promote and memorialize events, celebrations, anniversaries, etc., in the Bank by responding to internal requests for archival and online resources; liaise with units to determine best way to use materials. Support the Donated Materials program by communicating with former staff, accessioning records from private residences, processing and describing accessioned records, and creating and finalizing a Deed of Gift. Support the Access to Information (AtoI) team through regular updates on arrangement and description and knowledge product creation activities, participating in reference interviews, and helping to identify records responsive to researchers’ requests. Support activities related to the supervision of the reading room. Train or oversee other consultants or staff as needed. Selection Criteria MA/MS in Library and Archives, Information Science or related field, plus minimum 2 years of relevant experience; or BA/BS Degree in Library and Archives plus 4 year experience in an institutional archives is a minimum requirement. Experience in both Archives and Information Management which should reflect increasing responsibility and experience with corporate recordkeeping, archives/information centers and/or content management. Experience completing archival arrangement and description projects using the International Standard for Archives Description (ISAD(G)) or the Rules for Archival Description (RAD) is a requirement;  Knowledge and understanding of business processes and archives information systems; knowledge of web publishing systems and open source archival software (such as AtoM) a plus; knowledge of and experience with born digital record preservation platforms also a plus; Demonstrated effective and innovative approaches to communicating history and the value of archival resources through the creation of knowledge products and/or online sites and resources as well as promoting institutional history and records through public speaking  Demonstrated conceptual, analytic and innovative problem-solving ability; ability to conduct independent research and functional analysis; Proven ability to contribute to projects with minimum guidance; capacity to work both independently and in a team; willingness to seek advice and assistance; ability to manage more than one ongoing project.  Proven ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with staff at different levels across the unit; evidence of leadership effectiveness. Superior writing skills in English a must; proven ability to write concise and accurate reports, and good public outreach skills a must. Sound theoretical and/or applied knowledge of archives database and information management systems. Ability to make judgments on the archival value of the variety of documents and business records of the organization. Knowledge of and experience with standards and best practices for records management.  Familiarity with records and document management software systems. Knowledge of inactive records storage facility/ technology and systems.  Familiarity with electronic records retention to manage data lifecycle. Familiarity with digital preservation. Demonstrated interest in and understanding of the Bank Group’s work and objectives.  External candidates must at a minimum be familiar with the mission and objectives of the World Bank Group. Required Competencies   Client Understanding and Advising   Looks at issues from the client’s perspective and takes action beyond normal expectations to ensure client satisfaction. Analyzes situations and determines alternative or creative scenarios and approaches to add value to the business in new and different ways. Works within the team and with other specialty areas to define client needs and develop the best approach to meet client needs. Helps clients understand complicated issues by describing the issue and solutions in a concise way that clients can easily understand. Sees how ideas and best practices from other specialties can be adapted or applied to address client issues.   Learning Orientation     Stays abreast of new trends and developments in own specialty area as well as what is occurring in the broader industry. Obtains training as needed to remain current on technical expertise. Exposes self to increasingly more challenging projects and opportunities to learn. Tracks developments in the field through readily available sources and by maintaining active involvement with relevant industry, user and vendor associations.   Broad Business Thinking     Maintains an in-depth understanding of the long term implications of decisions both for department and the client’s business. Ensures that decisions are supported by relevant stakeholders as well as sound performance data. Effectively communicates recommended changes to clients and how they will affect their business using the client’s own terminology with limited jargon while attempting to minimize day-to-day disruption of operations.   Archives and Records Management     Oversees the implementation of storage, protection and preservation plans and systems. With guidance, manages the storage service and facilities. Assesses client requirements and researches existing metadata standards. Contributes to development and maintenance of classification schemes and hierarchies. Monitors compliance with policies and standards and the implementation of classification systems for input into updates and revisions to systems. Identifies and selects requested records. Responds to formal requests for access to information and privacy issues. Exhibits a strong knowledge of the schedules and monitors compliance by functional units. Assists in the design of audit criteria and processes. Applies review and audit process and procedures. Contributes to development of IMS systems or systems with an IMS component by collecting and analyzing user feedback and business requirements. Monitors IMS systems or systems with an IMS component.   Lead and Innovate     Applies critical thinking to current approaches, identifies areas for improvement, and tries new solutions that drive results. Considers own behavior in context of WBG's values and mission and recognizes impact one has on others. Operates in ambiguity and changing needs and supports others to do the same.   Deliver Results for Clients     Sets challenging goals that align with the WBG mission and is always looking to improve. Understands clients' most pressing challenges and contributes to solutions. Takes personal responsibility for producing high quality work, identifying and informing of risks, and delivering results for clients.   Collaborate Within Teams and Across Boundaries     Keeps others fully informed to ensure integration and work consistency and displays a sense of mutuality and respect. Approaches conflicts as common problems to be solved. Seeks and listens to input from others to inform own decision making and openly shares information. Frames thinking/actions with a WBG corporate perspective in mind.   Create, Apply and Share Knowledge    Contributes to the unit’s and WBG's body of knowledge by applying lessons learned and expertise. Actively invests in own knowledge and seeks feedback. Builds personal and professional networks within and beyond the work group.   Make Smart Decisions     Seeks and analyzes facts, data and lessons of past experience to support sound, logical decisions regarding own and others' work. Applies cost/benefit analysis to meet work program objectives. Contributes to decision making by providing relevant risk-analysis. Shows initiative when necessary, and makes decisions in a timely manner within own area of responsibility. Poverty has no borders. Neither does excellence. This is why we continually search for qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds from around the globe. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.

IT Document Management Consultant. IDB, Washington DC. Open until 11 November 2019

IT Document Management Consultant

🔍 Washington DC, United States - Headquarters

                       

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Technical Support

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Oct 28, 2019 Post Date

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1900000893 Requisition #

                                    

IT Document Management Consultant

 

Background:

The Information Technology Department (ITE) is the responsible for selecting, implementing, and maintaining all the platforms and solutions that support the operations of the Bank.  Some of the most critical platforms of the Bank rely on Microsoft solutions such as email, document repository, collaboration and meetings platform, intranet portal, security policies, and others.

Due to Microsoft’s fast growth on productivity and collaboration solutions there is an increased demand from clients to incorporate these tools into the Bank’s processes.  To have a sustainable growth, administrators need to expand support models, define strategies and governance, explore tools that help to monitor, administer, and complement Microsoft solutions.

In this context, the ITE department is looking for an innovative, committed, customer oriented and team player IT professional to support the upgrade of the document management repository, which is hosted in SharePoint Online to the Modern Library experience.  This resource will also be expected to support the implementation, customization, and deployment of any improvements related to the Document Management Solution.

 

What you’ll do:

• Contribute with the design, development, implementation, and troubleshooting of changes to aid in the smooth transition of the Content Management Solution to modern experience
• Assist the area coordinator on day-to-day responsibilities of project work using both agile and traditional approaches
• Perform unit testing of any changes related to the Modern experience transition
• Draft technical and functional documentation required for the completion of the project
• Develop custom solutions to support the bank’s new document/record management solution
• Facilitate communication within the team and between teams
• Organize and coordinate project related meetings, agendas, document meeting minutes, assisting with follow up actions
• Maintain updated the project management related artifacts and content in the SharePoint Teams workspace
• Perform documents migration from IDBDOCS to the ECM system
• Work on any ad-hoc activity that may be assigned by team leader

 

What you’ll need:

Citizenship:

• You must be a citizen of one of the IDB’s 48 member countries and have no family members currently working at the IDB Group.  We may offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your eligible dependents.

 

 Education:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or relevant discipline

Core and Technical Competencies:

• Ability to solve problems, with strong investigative and research skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, self-motivation, dedication and the ability to work in an international team across hierarchical levels are indispensable

• Proven ability to work in an interdisciplinary environment and in a context of dynamic change

Experience: 

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience working with .Net, PL/SQL, JavaScript, etc.

• Experience with SharePoint 2013/SharePoint Online is desired

Languages:

• Proficiency in written and oral English and Spanish is required

Opportunity Summary: 

• Type of contract: Full Time, Consultant

• Length of Contract: 1 year

• Starting date: December 16th, 2019

• Location: Washington, D.C.

 

 

 

Consanguinity: You have no family members (up to fourth degree of consanguinity and second degree of affinity, including spouse) working at the IDB Group.

Our inclusive culture: Our people are committed and passionate about improving lives in Latin-America and the Caribbean, and they get to do what they love in a diverse, collaborative and stimulating work environment. We are the first Latin American and Caribbean development institution to be awarded the EDGE certification, recognizing our strong commitment to gender equality. As an employee you can be part of internal resource groups that connect our diverse community around common interests.

We encourage women, afro-descendants, people of indigenous origins, and persons with disabilities to apply.

About us: At the IDB, we’re committed to improving lives. Since 1959, we’ve been a leading source of long-term financing for economic, social, and institutional development in Latin America and the Caribbean. We do more than lending though. We partner with our 48-member countries to provide Latin America and the Caribbean with cutting-edge research about relevant development issues, policy advice to inform their decisions, and technical assistance to improve on the planning and execution of projects. For this, we need people who not only have the right skills, but also are passionate about improving lives.

Our team in Human Resources carefully reviews all applications. 

 

 

Additional Information

• External Opening Date: Oct 28, 2019
• External Closing Date: Nov 11, 2019
• External Contact Email: hrsc@iadb.org
• External Contact Name: HR Shared Services
• Job Field: Technical Support

Access to Information External Review Panel Expert. IDB, Washington DC. Open until 23 August 2019

Access To Information External Review Panel Expert

🔍 Washington DC, United States - Headquarters           

 

Background: On May 12, 2010, the Board of Executive Directors of the IDB approved a new Access to Information Policy (the "Policy"), which entered into effect January 1, 2011. The IDB Policy on Access to Information provides for a two stage review process by which parties requesting information can request a review of the IDB's decision to deny access to information pursuant to the terms of the Policy.

 

The review mechanism under the Policy establishes roles for both an Access to Information Committee (AIC) and an Access to Information External Review Panel (Panel). The Panel, which is composed of three external members independent of IDB Management, conducts second stage reviews in response to requests from interested parties in cases where the AIC, in conducting first-stage reviews, upholds Bank Management decisions to deny a requester access to information. The Panel has the authority to uphold or reverse the AIC's first stage review decisions to deny access to information. If the Panel reverses the AIC's decision to deny access to information, the Panel will grant the requester the information requested, which is the sole remedy available. Decisions of the Panel are final and will be published on the Bank's website within five days of the Panel issuing a decision. The Office of the Secretary (SEC) will act as the Secretariat to the Panel.

 

The Panel will be composed of three (3) individuals nominated by the President of the Bank and appointed by the Bank's Board of Executive Directors. Panel members will be selected and hired by the Bank using Bank procedures for the selection and hiring of individual consultants. Each member of the Panel will be appointed by the IDB for a three-year, renewable term, up to a maximum of six years.

 

What you’ll do: The primary responsibilities of the members of the Panel include the following:

• Review and pass judgment upon any request for a second-stage review, following the decision of the AIC to uphold Bank Management's decision to deny access to information, as indicated above and in accordance with any rules of procedure governing the review mechanism and the Panel. Each member of the Panel will provide input leading to decisions to either uphold or reverse the decision of the Access to Information Committee, for each request for review that is presented to the Panel.
• Prepare for and participate in the sessions of the Panel. Members will meet virtually (and in person as may be required).
• Submit conclusions of its review to the President through the Secretariat.
• Provide all necessary input for the preparation of reports to the IDB’s Board of Executive Directors and publications concerning the Panel’s activities and decisions.

Skills you’ll need:

• Education: Advanced degree in law, journalism, and/or development-related fields of expertise.
• Experience: At least 15 years of relevant professional experience and demonstrated competence.
• Knowledge of borrowing and non-borrowing Bank member countries. Preference will be given to knowledge of regulatory frameworks governing access to Information and transparency.
• Knowledge of and experience with the operations of multilateral development organizations and international financial institutions is considered an asset.
• Proven strong ability gathering, analyzing and synthesizing information from multiple sources and presenting it concisely and clearly.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; good exposure to international and multicultural environment.
• Languages: Fluency in Spanish and English. Knowledge of Portuguese and/or French is considered an asset.

 

Core and Technical Competencies:

• Subject Matter Expertise: Knowledge of and experience with drafting, implementing or reviewing Access to Information policies internationally. Ability to manage a thorough and systematic review process.
• Analysis and problem-solving: Ability to make decisions and/or develop recommendations based on systematic analysis and sound judgment in a timely and constructive manner.
• Communication and knowledge-sharing: Well-developed writing and editing skills, advanced presentation skills sufficient to convey complex information on relevant issues.

 

Opportunity Summary:

 

Type of contract: Products and External Services Consultant.

Length of contract: 3 years.

Starting date: November 1, 2019.

Location: remotely from consultant’s country of residence and HQ when needed

Requirements: You must be a citizen of one of the IDB’s 48 member countries and have no family members currently working at the IDB Group.

 

Special Characteristics

 

Service on the Panel will be on an on-call basis, and the number of hours to be dedicated to the work of the Panel will vary depending upon the case-load of the Panel at any given time. The Panel may conduct its activities through videoconference, through meetings at the Bank's Headquarters in Washington D.C., and through other appropriate means.

 

Panel members will not be eligible to accept any staff, consultant or contractor position for the IDB Bank Group during the term of their appointment to the Panel and until three years have elapsed from the date of the end of their service as a member of the Panel. For purposes of this paragraph, the IDB Bank Group is understood as the IDB, the Multilateral Investment Fund and the Inter-American Investment Corporation.

Membership on the Panel does not represent full-time employment by the Inter-American Development Bank.

 

Our culture: Working with us you will be surrounded by a diverse group of people who have years of experience in all types of development fields, including transportation, health, gender and diversity, communications and much more.

 

About us: At the Inter-American Development Bank, we’re devoted to improving lives. Since 1959, we’ve been a leading source of long-term financing for economic, social, and institutional development in Latin America and the Caribbean. We do more than lending though. We partner with our 48 member countries to provide Latin America and the Caribbean with cutting-edge research about relevant development issues, policy advice to inform their decisions, and technical assistance to improve on the planning and execution of projects. For this, we need people who not only have the right skills, but also are passionate about improving lives. Payment and Conditions: Compensation will be determined in accordance with Bank’s policies and procedures. The Bank, pursuant to applicable policies, may contribute toward travel and moving expenses. In addition, candidates must be citizens of an IDB member country.

 

Visa and Work Permit: The Bank, pursuant to applicable policies, may submit a visa request to the applicable immigration authorities; however, the granting of the visa is at the discretion of the immigration authorities. Notwithstanding, it is the responsibility of the candidate to obtain the necessary visa or work permits required by the authorities of the country(ies) in which the services will be rendered to the Bank. If a candidate cannot obtain a visa or work permit to render services to the Bank the contractual offer will be rescinded

 

Diversity: The Bank is committed to diversity and inclusion and to providing equal opportunities to all candidates. We embrace diversity on the basis of gender, age, education, national origin, ethnic origin, race, disability, sexual orientation, and religion. We encourage women, Afro-descendants and persons of indigenous origins to apply.

Additional Information

• External Opening Date: Jul 26, 2019
• External Closing Date: Aug 23, 2019
• External Contact Email: jobsonline@iadb.org
• External Contact Name: Jobs Online