HR Business Partner (Regions Group-Andean Cone) - Specialist / Senior Associate
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.
About This Position
We are seeking a dedicated Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) with a strong focus on client satisfaction and results. In this role, you will serve as an advisor to our employees and the business within the Andean Cone region, providing guidance on talent management processes and practices, designing and implementing HR initiatives, and supporting complex organizational change efforts.
The HRBP reports to the Head of the Human Resources Business Partner – Regions Group and works in close collaboration with the HR Department teams at Headquarters in Washington, D.C.
What you’ll do
- Act as a bridge between the region and Human Resources broader agenda, ensuring that local workforce needs are addressed while promoting consistent application of institutional HR frameworks.
- Collaborate closely with the three HR Business Partners Groups at Headquarters to ensure the consistent and cohesive application of HR solutions across the IDB Group.
- Partner with leaders in assigned country offices to assess staffing needs, talent management initiatives, and mobility opportunities.
- Facilitate recruitment processes by aligning local talent pipelines with institutional standards and ensuring timely staffing decisions.
- Support performance management processes, ensuring consistency, fairness, and development-oriented feedback.
- Drive employee engagement by partnering with leaders in the region to design and implement initiatives that foster inclusion, recognition, and well-being.
- With the support of the Labor Relations team, provide guidance on employee relations and HR policies, balancing regional realities with institutional standards.
- Act as a trusted advisor and sounding board for staff and leaders in the region, ensuring a transparent and fair approach to HR practices and programs.
- Promote employee well-being, psychological safety, and inclusion in diverse field settings.
- Analyze data and metrics to promote data-driven decision-making, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and goals.
What you'll need
Education : Master's degree (or equivalent) in Human Resource Management, Organizational Development, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field.Experience : 3 - 4 years of experience in an international business environment. Previous experience on human resources related matters is a plus.Languages : Proficiency in both Spanish and English is required.Engagement : We are particularly interested in candidates who can take the initiative, find innovative ways to tackle complex problems, and can chip into the design of customer-centric HR solutions.Requirements
Citizenship : Must be eligible to work in job location(s) without the need for sponsorship.Consanguinity : You have no family members (up to 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 : National staff contract, 36 months initially, renewable upon mutual agreement.
What we offer
A competitive compensation packageLeaves and vacations : 24 days of paid time off + 8 personal days + sick leave + gender-neutral parental leaveHealth Insurance : IDB Group provides employees and eligible dependents with a robust medical benefits program.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.Our culture
We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job interview process. If you require an accommodation to complete this application, please email us at accommodations@iadb.org.
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