Discovery Officer - Finance Operations Specialist
CurrentMobilize financing, knowledge, and connections to catalyze innovation for inclusion through high impact and scalable private sector (non or for profit) initiatives participating vulnerable populations. Map, develop, and nurture a pipeline of private sector partners to implement and co-finance operations aligned with strategic investment pillars. Increased portfolio’s total number of projects (+120%) and USD value (+110%) in 3 years. Achieve a diversified portfolio of different investment instruments, thematic areas, and partner types. Lead co-design of complex social interventions with innovative and scalable impact models through effective co-creation sessions with clients and IDB Group members using digital collaboration tools (e.g. Mural, MS Teams, etc). Drive strategic communication efforts to position the IDB Lab brand and attract potential partners. Collaborate to foster an innovation culture and processes within the IDB Group and with partners, including recruitment and mentoring of two interns to support the transformation journey. Optimize results, impact, and long-term sustainability of a $7MM USD projects portfolio in Panama in compliance with IDB´s policies and procedures.