Coordinator, Regional Cooperation and Integration (Caribbean Development Bank)
Type of Vacancy: Community Vacancies / Expired Notices
Details of the Post
The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) has an excellent opportunity for a Coordinator, Regional Cooperation and Integration (RCI). The successful candidate will be based at CDB’s headquarters in St. Michael, Barbados.
THE DIVISION
Regional Cooperation and Integration is part of the Private Sector Division (PSD) in the Projects Department. The Division originates and implements a portfolio of capital and technical assistance projects. The Division’s strategy has two parallel and mutually reinforcing tracks: supporting the development of the MSME sector and the building of a broader ecosystem for private sector development in the Borrowing Member Countries (BMCs) of the Bank using Technical Assistance, direct lending, and public-private partnerships (PPPs). The focus of the Division includes:
- Providing support mechanisms to MSMEs;
- Intermediary lending, through both Development Finance Institutions and other potential intermediary partners;
- Direct private sector lending and the leveraging of partnerships with other International Financial Institutions and Private Sector Stakeholders; and
- Supporting PPPs, including lending in collaboration with partners.
THE ROLE
The Coordinator, RCI, reports to the Head, PSD and coordinates and implements projects that support the Bank’s mandate to “promote economic cooperation and integration among its members, having special and urgent regard to the less developed members of the Region”. In performing this function, the Coordinator, RCI, is required to, among other things, ensure the following:
- Strategic alignment of RCI projects to the Bank’s strategic priorities and regional development priorities.
- Adequate consultation with other development partners to avoid duplication and to exploit possibilities for leveraging the Bank’s resources with those of development partners.
- The linking, as far as possible, of resources for RCI projects to the Bank’s lending instruments.
- A strong focus on results in the planning, appraisal, supervision and reporting on projects.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Coordinator, RCI will:
- Lead the preparation and supervision of RCI projects.
- At the start of each RCI programme cycle: articulate objectives, the RCI work plans/agenda of other development partners, CDB’s priority areas of focus for RCI, as well as prepare a logic model outlining linkages between the planned results of the programme and the Bank’s strategic priorities.
- Lead resource mobilization to support the achievement of RCI objectives.
- Liaise with the Bank’s operational staff to ensure synergy between all projects/interventions that are designed/appraised during the programming cycle and planned results of the Bank’s RCI programme.
- Liaise with BMCs, regional institutions, development partners and other key stakeholders in designing, appraising and supervising the implementation of RCI projects.
- Participate in regional meetings related to RCI in the Caribbean and keep the Bank’s Senior Advisory Team and operational staff informed of developments which may impact on the implementation of the Bank’s RCI programme.
- Prepare status reports which detail the Bank’s RCI portfolio and an evaluation of the extent to which planned results have been achieved or are likely to be achieved, and recommended interventions
QUALIFICATIONS
The Coordinator, RCI, will be required to guide others towards goal accomplishment and must have the ability to design and implement initiatives which maximise employee potential and foster commitment, team spirit and trust. The ideal candidate will have a good grasp of regional cooperation and integration and of policy developments on key issues.
The successful candidate must have:
- A postgraduate degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Governance, Regional Integration, Public Administration/Policy, International Trade/Affairs/Development or other relevant discipline.
- Significant experience in project cycle management of development projects with at least five (5) years’ experience related to regional cooperation and integration.
- Experience in budgetary control processes.
A second language competency (preferably French or Dutch) would be an asset.
Strong understanding of trade finance instruments would be an asset.
Function-specific Competencies
The Coordinator, RCI, must demonstrate:
- The ability to lead effectively and manage team performance.
- The ability to operate with sensitivity in a multi-cultural environment and to build effective working relationships at all levels.
- Excellent representational skills that will enhance the profile of the Bank.
- The ability to leverage analytical skills.
- A sound understanding of the status of the regional integration process and the challenges associated with advancing the process.
- Knowledge of cross-cutting themes such as gender equality, poverty/reduction of inequality, governance, disaster risk management, and climate sustainability.
- A sound understanding of relevant cross-sectoral areas, how they are interrelated and the ability to undertake cross-sectoral work in lending and non-lending operations.
Behavioural Competencies
| Competency | Definition |
| Acting as a Champion for Change | Actively identifies problems and opportunities for change and implements solutions where appropriate. Maintains effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment; and supports people in their efforts to try new things. |
| Acting Decisively | Moves quickly to make decisions and commits to a clear course of action; comfortable making decisions based on partial information; willing to take risks in order to maintain momentum; shows a strong bias toward action. |
| Acting Strategically | Aligns day-to-day activities around broader organisational goals and objectives; prioritises resources based on the strategic objectives of the organisation; recognises and rewards people based on how their actions support the broader needs of the organisation. |
| Championing Customer Needs | Calls attention to issues that impact customer satisfaction; views situations from the perspective of customers; encourages people to think about customers when making decisions and develops and sustains productive customer relationships. |
| Communicating Effectively | Consistently communicates with clarity and thoroughness to optimise audience understanding. Communicates information in a clear, concise, and timely manner. Demonstrates effective speaking and presentation skills. |
| Delivering High Quality Work | Critically reviews work processes to ensure quality; addresses problems that could impact quality; makes sure project deliverables and services meet all requirements and expectations; does not make the same mistakes twice. |
| Displaying Technical Expertise | Keeps his/her technical skills current; effectively applies specialised knowledge and skills to perform work tasks; understands and masters the technical skills, knowledge, and tasks associated with his/her job; shares technical expertise with others. |
| Driving for Results | Bottom-line oriented and pushes self and others to achieve results. Keeps current on project status; makes sure people are aware of project status and what they need to do to keep things moving; redirects project resources and activities to overcome setbacks; elevates project concerns to senior levels of leadership when appropriate. |
TERMS OF APPOINTMENT
This role is a full-time position with the successful candidate being contracted on a two-year basis in the first instance, with the possibility of renewal. The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. The benefits package includes a pension plan, life and medical insurances.
Before you proceed to apply, please consider the following requirements:
- You must be a national of one of CDB’s member countries.
- You will be required to produce evidence of any educational and professional qualifications to support your application if you are selected for an interview.
- All appointments are subject to satisfactory background checks and references.
CDB fully respects the need for confidentiality of information supplied and assures you that your background and interest will not be discussed with anyone including references, without your prior consent.
The deadline for submission of applications April 20, 2022 at 11:59 pm AST.
The Caribbean Development Bank is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities. Women are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Bank provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities who participate in the job application or interview process. Please contact us to request accommodation.