Since our creation in 1959, we have been dedicated to improving the quality of life for millions of people in our 26 borrowing member countries across Latin America and the Caribbean.
We provide financial and technical support to national and subnational governments and other entities in our region. We conduct cutting-edge research and develop innovative solutions to address development challenges.
We work with our non-borrowing member countries, development organisations, and partners to channel resources and expertise to Latin America and the Caribbean, promoting development and maximising the impact and scale of results.
We are looking for an experienced and policy-oriented Macroeconomist to join the Research Department. This role is ideal for a candidate passionate about addressing the development challenges of Latin America and the Caribbean through rigorous economic analysis and strategic policy engagement. The candidate should possess: (1) strong technical skills; (2) a record of high-quality, original research in peer-reviewed journals; (3) the ability to communicate with a wide range of potential audiences; and (4) an interest in policy issues in the region.
The successful candidate will contribute to the Bank’s mission by producing high-impact research, advising on macroeconomic policy and topical macroeconomic developments important for the region, and engaging with stakeholders across the region to promote evidence-based decision-making.
What you’ll do
- Analyse macroeconomic trends and develop policy recommendations on fiscal, monetary, exchange rate, and structural issues.
- Contribute to countries’ macroeconomic monitoring and assessments and to policy dialogue with authorities when necessary.
- Advise government counterparts and institutional leadership on macroeconomic policy design and implementation.
- Conduct high-quality, policy-relevant research on macroeconomic issues including growth, inflation, debt sustainability, and external vulnerabilities.
- Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and institutional reports.
- Lead thematic studies and flagship publications that inform regional and global policy debates.
- Build and maintain relationships with central banks, ministries of finance, international organizations, and academic institutions.
- Represent the institution in high-level policy forums, conferences, and working groups.
- Mentor junior economists and contribute to internal training programs.
- Support capacity-building initiatives in member countries through workshops, technical assistance, and collaborative research.
- Develop and refine analytical tools and frameworks for macroeconomic policy assessment.
- Stay abreast of global economic developments and integrate cutting-edge methodologies into policy work.
What you’ll need
- Education: You must hold a master’s degree or equivalent education (PhD strongly preferred) in Economics.
- Experience: At least 7 years of relevant professional experience for a Principal Economist, or at least 6 years for a Lead Economist, in macroeconomic analysis, policy design, and applied research, preferably in international organizations, central banks, ministries of finance, or academic institutions, on topics relevant to development in Latin America and the Caribbean.
- Demonstrated track record of publications in peer-reviewed journals and institutional reports related to fiscal, monetary, exchange rate, financial and structural issues policies and contributing to macroeconomic monitoring and assessments.
- Experience in policy dialogue with government authorities, representing organizations in high-level forums and institutional leadership is valued.
- Languages: Proficiency in English and one of the other Bank official languages (Spanish, French or Portuguese) is required.
What we offer
The IDB Group provides benefits that respond to the different needs and moments of an employee’s life. The benefits for International Staff 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 applications for you and your family when it applies.
- 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.
- Other perks: Lactation Room, Daycare Center, Gym, Bike Racks, Parking, spouse career support, and others.
As part of your application, we kindly request that you submit: i) a cover letter, and ii) a recent paper. Please upload both documents in the “Additional Documents” section, which is intended for other relevant materials such as cover letters, portfolios, diplomas, etc.