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Inter-American Development BankSee more

addressAddressUnited States
CategoryInformation Technology

Job description

Post of duty: Washington DC

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 is looking for a native-English speechwriter (or native-English-level equivalent), preferably with press and media relations experience, to join our team in Washington DC. Preference will be given to any candidates who are also fluent in Spanish or Portuguese.

You will work on the Executive Communications team, which supports the communications of the Office of the President, producing speeches, talking points, op-eds, background information for interviews, and developing cross-cutting messages to help position the work of the IDB Group. The team maintains close coordination with the Communications Division to ensure proper alignment and coordination of all communication efforts with our country offices, operational sectors, corporate functions, IDB Lab and IDB Invest.

What you’ll do:

1. Write & Edit Speeches:

  • Draft speeches and talking points, briefings, op-eds, and other communications materials for the bank’s president and other senior ranking executives.
  • Conduct research using internal and external sources to produce content for a variety of products, ranging from social media posts to letters and executive summaries.
  • Gather, develop, and check the accuracy of information with thorough research and by interviewing subject matter specialists, program officials, and others to translate technical subjects into easily accessible speeches and narratives.
  • Write and edit articles, press releases, fact sheets, video scripts, blogs, web content, and other publications, translating complicated concepts and ideas into clear language.
  • May assist executive with speech delivery preparations.

    2.Press Relations:

    • Support the press team in developing and maintaining relationships with journalists, media houses, and influencers in both English and Spanish/Portuguese speaking territories.
    • Support the team with media inquiries, arranging interviews, coordinating press conferences.
    • Support the monitoring of media coverage of the organization, identifying opportunities and challenges.

      3.Content Development:

      • Collaborate with the communications team to develop press releases, statements, and other media materials in English and Spanish/Portuguese.
      • Coordinate with other speechwriters and other content creators to ensure consistency in messaging across all press materials.

        4. Perform other duties:

        • Perform other tasks related to the core functions of the role.

          What you'll need

          • Education:You hold a master’s degree (or at least seven years of equivalent work experience) in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, Business Administration, or related field.
          • Experience:At least 5 years of relevant experience related to the key responsibilities of the position. Including experience in corporate communications, internal communication, public relations, or journalism, preferably in an international institution or multinational corporation. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience working in or with countries in Latin America and the Caribbean, as well as a familiarity with Washington DC-based institutions and other international organizations. Preference will also be given to candidates who have experience working with journalists and doing media relations.
          • Languages: Native English, preferably also fluency in Spanish or Portuguese

            Key skills:

            • Learn continuously.
            • Collaborate and share knowledge.
            • Focus on clients.
            • Communicate and influence.
            • Innovate and try new things.

              Requirements:

              • Citizenship: You are a citizen of one of our 48-member countries.
              • 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:

                • Type of contract: International Consultant Full-Time.
                • Length of contract: 12 months which can be extended up to 3 years by mutual agreement.
                • Work Location: On site.

                  What we offer

                  The IDB group provides benefits that respond to the different needs and moments of an employee’s life. These benefits include:

                  • A competitive compensation packages.
                  • Leaves and vacations: 2 days per month of contract + gender- neutral parental leave.
                  • Health Insurance: the IDB Group provides a monthly allowance for the purchase of health insurance.
                  • Savings plan:The IDB Group cares about your future, depending on the length of the contract, you will receive a monthly savings plan allowance.
                  • We offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your family when it applies.
                  • Hybrid and flexible work schedules.
                  • Development support: We offer learning opportunities to boost your professional profile such as seminars, 1:1 professional counseling, and much more.
                  • Health and wellbeing:Access to our Health Services Center which provides preventive care and health education for all employees.
                  • Other perks: Lactation Room, Daycare Center, Gym, Bike Racks, Parking, and others.

                    Our culture

                    At the IDB Group we work so everyone brings their best and authentic selves to work, willing to try new approaches without fear, and where they are accountable and rewarded for their actions.

                    Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) are at the center of our organization. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and encourage women, LGBTQ+ people, persons with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply.

                    We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job interview process. If you are a qualified candidate with a disability, please e-mail us at

Refer code: 8272679. Inter-American Development Bank - The previous day - 2024-02-21 07:17

Inter-American Development Bank

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