IDB Invest - Investment Officer - Infrastructure and Energy - Caribbean Region

About this position

The Infrastructure and Energy Division (IEN), part of the Industries and Cross-Cutting Themes Department, leads the development and delivery of operations in transport, water and sanitation, energy, and social infrastructure across all regions.

The Caribbean Countries Division (RCB), part of the Regions Department, is responsible for managing business and client engagement from a country perspective within its member countries. It also provides oversight to the Country Representatives of the IDB’s Vice Presidency for Countries and to the Directors of Delivery Units at IDB Invest.

The Delivery Units are responsible for: (i) establishing and maintaining client relationships, (ii) building pipeline through upstream project and sector development, (iii) transaction execution through the incorporation of multiple financial products including loans, guarantees, debt capital markets, equity and quasi-equity instruments, as well as resource mobilization and technical cooperation and (iv) acting as the center of institutional knowledge and expertise for the sectors covered by the Division. This integrated model enables Delivery Units to align business development with strategic priorities, enhance regional coordination, and ensure operational effectiveness across IDB Invest.

You will report to the Director of the Delivery Unit that has a dual-reporting structure to both the Managing Director of the Infrastructure & Energy Division (IEN) and the Managing Director of the Caribbean Division (RCB).

What you’ll do

• You will maintain responsibility for origination and client relationships in assigned countries, supporting the structuring, negotiation, approval, and closing of infrastructure projects within the Infrastructure and Energy Division.
• Business Development & Client Acquisition: Identify new opportunities through proactive client research; support preparation and delivery of tailored pitches; leverage networks to attract new clients while strengthening existing relationships.
• Deal Origination and Execution: Identify and evaluate lending, investment, and advisory opportunities; participate in due diligence, including financial modeling and risk analysis; support preparation and review of transaction documentation in line with IDB Invest standards.
• Upstream and Project Preparation: Help identify projects requiring further development to become bankable; mobilize and coordinate internal teams to deliver advisory and upstream support to advance projects toward financing.
• Collaboration and Teamwork: Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure effective transaction execution; contribute ideas, share expertise, and mentor junior staff; collaborate with IDB experts to deliver optimal client solutions; support Portfolio Management as needed.
• Financial Analysis and Modeling: Conduct detailed financial analysis and develop/maintain financial models; perform sensitivity and scenario analysis to inform investment decisions.
• Client Presentations and Communication: Prepare presentations and materials to communicate complex financial concepts; actively engage in client meetings to address needs and provide strategic advice.
• Market Research and Industry Analysis: Monitor market trends and industry developments; conduct research on sectors and companies to identify opportunities and risks.
• Project Management: Manage multiple workstreams and deadlines; take ownership of specific transaction components, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.
• Continuous Learning and Development: Pursue professional development and stay current on industry practices; support the growth of junior team members through training and mentorship.
• Relationship Building: Maintain strong relationships with clients, investors, and stakeholders; act as a key liaison, ensuring responsiveness and high client satisfaction.
• IDB Group Synergies: Collaborate across public and private sectors to deliver integrated solutions; engage with IDB teams and regional stakeholders to support regulatory frameworks and infrastructure plans that enable bankable investments.

What you'll need

• Education: Master’s (or equivalent advanced degree) in Finance, Business Administration, Engineering, International Development, and/or other relevant fields. Academic specialization in infrastructure development and/or transaction management is desirable.
• Experience: You have at least four (4) years of relevant professional experience as an investment officer in loan, equity origination, structuring structured finance (project finance) transactions with a validated track record of working with a range of financial instruments and products, which may include equity and mezzanine. Confirmed experience in a similar role in a commercial or development bank, or advisory firm, bank, or infrastructure company would be desirable. Strong client relationship experience and skills are also highly valued.
• Languages: Proficiency in English is mandatory and one of the other Bank official languages (preferably Spanish) would be considered a plus. 

Requirements

• Citizenship: Must be eligible to work in job location without the need for sponsorship.  
• 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

• 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. 
• On-site position with 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, 1:1 professional counseling, training and learning opportunities, language classes, mobility options, among others.