Communications Lead Specialist - VPC

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Communications Lead Specialist - VPC

City Washington DC

Company IDB

Posting End Date 9/28/2026 11:59 PM EST

Location Post of duty Washington District of Columbia USA.

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 The IDB Vice Presidency for Countries and Regional Integration VPC is seeking an experienced Communications Lead Specialist to strengthen the IDB´s regional positioning by deepening stakeholder engagement and leading strategic communications. This role requires a proactive individual who can align oversee guide and support the VPC communications team. The Communications Lead Specialist will be embedded within VPC and work under a dual-reporting model with both VPC and the Communications Division DCC ensuring alignment between regional priorities and the IDB Groups corporate communications strategy. The ideal supervisor will have a deep understanding of regional communications dynamics IDB stakeholder engagement and institutional messaging while fostering a collaborative work environment and providing mentorship to team members.

What youll do

Supervise and Lead the VPC Communications Team Oversee and coordinate the work of the Regional Communications Senior Specialists providing strategic guidance and feedback to ensure alignment with the Banks priorities and that the corporate messaging is well represented in public discourse at a country level. Foster a collaborative and supportive environment within the team ensuring high-quality work and synergy with country and regional teams. Lead the development and refinement of communication strategies that reflect the institutional goals supporting the Banks visibility and reputation. Evaluate the performance of the communications team offering feedback support and professional development opportunities to strengthen the teams capacity. Draft edit and clear high-level communications products including press releases media lines op-eds speeches talking points briefing notes blogposts social media and web content relevant to VPC priorities. Ensure quality control and final clearance of all VPC priority communications outputs prior to publication or release.

Strategic Oversight and Advisory Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership including VPC the Communications Division and regional managers on communication strategies and stakeholder engagement. Ensure consistent and cohesive messaging across countries to reinforce the Banks mission goals and impact. Provide guidance on navigating complex communication challenges particularly during crisis or high-stakes environments. Support leadership with hands-on preparation of communications materials talking points speeches Q&As

Crisis Management and Reputation Safeguarding Provide oversight and guidance on communication during crises including contributing to or clearing key messages such as press lines statements and internal communications ensuring the timely and accurate dissemination of information to protect and maintain the Banks reputation. Coordinate rapid response communications across headquarters and country offices to coordinate crisis responses ensuring consistency and alignment with institutional messaging.

VPC Strategic and Executive Communications Coordinate the planning design execution and monitoring of VPCs communication external and internal strategy and resources including content production and dissemination across blogs websites social media and media engagements Lead the communications plans for regional initiatives including overseeing the preparation of written and audiovisual content digital assets and outreach materials. Lead VPCs two blogs supervising the work of the editor and serving on the editorial committees for both including coordinating editorial planning reviewing and prioritizing content ensuring quality and strategic alignment and overseeing publication design and dissemination. Support the Vice Presidents executive communications with any task related to the area of ​​communication and information including drafting and editing op-eds talking points blogs and internal messages and keeping the Vice President and team up to date with public opinion and facts that may affect the IDB Group its objectives or operations.

What youll need

• Education Masters degree or equivalent advanced degree in communications journalism marketing international development or other fields relevant to the responsibilities of the role.

• Experience At least six years of relevant professional experience preferably ten years of experience including in a leadership role in communications andor external affairs matters in private or public nationalinternational organizations. Experience in a multilateral development bank or in developing regions is preferred. Strong experience working in communications with the IDB member countries with a deep understanding of its socio-political dynamics and key stakeholders. Proven track record in strategic communications communications teams working remotely and with a demonstrated ability to lead design and implement communication initiatives aligned with institutional objectives.

• Other skills and competencies Cultural Sensitivity Strong understanding of cultural and political nuances in Latin America and the Caribbean with the ability to communicate effectively across diverse audiences.

Strategic Planning Demonstrated ability to translate high-level goals into actionable and adaptable communication plans that support organizational priorities.

Exceptional Communication Skills Capability to clearly articulate complex concepts

Collaborative Leadership Strong interpersonal skills sound judgment and emotional intelligence with the ability to work in close coordination with multiple units.

• Languages Proficiency in Spanish and English spoken and written is required. Additional knowledge of French and Portuguese is preferable.

Requirements • Citizenship You are a citizen of one of our48-member countries. We may offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your eligible dependents.

• 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 • Staff International 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 employees life. These benefits include- A competitive compensation package including an annual base salary expressed on a net-of-tax basis. -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. -We offer assistance with relocation and visa applicationsfor you and your family when it applies. -On-site positionwith the occasional flexibility of teleworking. -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 11 professional counseling training and learning opportunities language classes mobility options among others. -Other office amenities as available Lactation Room Daycare Center Gym Bike Racks Parking spouse career support and others.

Our culture 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 jobinterview process. If you require an accommodation to complete this application please email us at accommodations@iadb.org.

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