Operations Social Consultant
Quick answer
The IDB is hiring a Washington, D.C.-based, hybrid Operations Social Consultant to provide technical social support and ensure environmental and social sustainability for projects across the Caribbean.
- Role
- Operations Social Consultant
- Organization
- IDB
- Location
- Washington DC
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Programs & Operations
- Apply by
- 2026-06-30
The role
The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) is seeking an Operations Social Consultant to provide technical social support for projects across the Caribbean. This role involves ensuring environmental and social sustainability by overseeing compliance with Bank policies, conducting supervision missions, and managing risk assessments for public sector operations. The consultant will collaborate with project teams and executing agencies to provide guidance on social safeguards, stakeholder engagement, and resettlement planning. The position is based in Washington, D.C., with opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative international environment.
What you'll do
- Conduct supervision missions for assigned public sector projects in the Caribbean.
- Review and provide feedback on social assessments, management plans, and resettlement documentation.
- Prepare initial Environmental and Social Review Summaries (ESRS) for public sector operations.
- Update environmental and social risk ratings throughout the project lifecycle.
- Provide training on Bank safeguard policies to executing agencies and internal stakeholders.
What it takes
- Master's degree in anthropology, sociology, international development, or a relevant field.
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in social impact assessments and management plans.
- Specific experience with the environmental and social policies of multilateral banks.
- Proficiency in English and one of the other Bank official languages (Spanish, French, or Portuguese).
- Citizenship of one of the 48 IDB member countries.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Competitive compensation, health insurance allowance, savings plan, relocation and visa assistance, parental leave, and access to professional development, health services, and various office amenities.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this job located and what is the work schedule?
This position is located in Washington, D.C., and is an on-site role with occasional flexibility for teleworking.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation is not explicitly specified in the job posting, though the organization offers a competitive package along with benefits like health insurance allowances and savings plans.
What are the core qualifications required for this position?
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a relevant social science, have at least 5 years of experience in social impact assessment, possess knowledge of multilateral bank policies, and be a citizen of an IDB member country.
When is the deadline to apply for this position?
The application window for this role closes on June 30, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on IDB's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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