General Manager of the Finance Department (FIN) & Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Are you looking for challenging work?
Do you want to contribute to Latin America and the Caribbean?

You can make a difference at the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB). We are searching for an outstanding strategic executive to fill this position at our Washington, D.C. headquarters:

As General Manager and CFO, s/he provides strategic financial leadership to help the IDB meet its financial goals and objectives, and holds primary responsibility for leading the mobilization and administration of the Bank’s financial resources, including funding Bank operations and managing liquidity prudently and within policy limits. The CFO works to maintain the Bank’s triple-A rating, developing and implementing sound & effective policies to ensure the IDB’s financial integrity, discipline, and long-term financial sustainability. Is accountable for the Bank’s treasury and accounting operations, as well as financial policy, planning & support. As a member of the Executive management team, s/he leads a Dept. of approx. 100 staff plus contractual employees.

Ideal candidate is a seasoned, innovative financial expert with strong leadership skills, management abilities, strategic vision, best practice knowledge, and substantial experience working in international and complex organizations. At least 15+ yrs. relevant experience, with 10 yrs. at senior leadership level managing and overseeing global financial markets (knowledge of financial markets
of Latin America and Caribbean region is highly desirable). English and Spanish proficiency is essential; strong presentation skills very important. Education requirement: advanced degree in finance, accounting, economics, business admin. or relevant field.

Applicants must be a citizen of one of the IDB Member Countries.
Deadline for applications: January 31, 2014.

For full job description/responsibilities and requirements, please go towww.iadb.org, then ‘Jobs’ and ‘Search here’ on the Careers site.

The IDB offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and a diverse and inclusive work environment.