Resources Planning & Administration Specialist

We are looking for a dynamic and innovative Resource Planning and Administration (RPA) Specialist. In this role, you will be overseeing and performing a wide range of general administrative functions in human resource management, budget and contract management, change management and overall service orientation.  

You will work in our Country Office in Suriname, which is part of the Country Caribbean Department (CCB). The team is responsible for the promotion and development of Bank country strategies and programming; as well as knowledge and capacity-building work that contribute to the country dialogue in the region. The department supports the processing, negotiation, and administration of regional and country specific projects and programs; leading and maintaining the relations of the IDB with member countries; promoting and coordinating the use of the funds administered by the Bank or under parallel financing agreements.

What you’ll do

Working under the moderate supervision of the IDB Representative in Suriname and the Resource Planning and Administrative Officer in Headquarters, you will:

Human Resource Management:

-Develop human resource strategies and plans to optimize the capabilities of the Country Office, in alignment with the business needs.

-Manage and effectively execute human resource policies and advise the Representative on issues related to recruitment, promotion and mobility, amongst others.

-Guide and facilitate human resource actions and activities, such as recruitment, onboarding and offboarding, performance management, learning and recognition programs, engagement, diversity and inclusion, and other related activities in the Country Office.

-Advise personnel on HR policies and processes. Guide retired staff of the Bank in the country on these issues.

-Provide guidance on national labor, tax laws and regulations, rights, privileges, and immunities of the IDB Group and its employees in accordance with the agreement signed between the IDB Group and national authorities of Suriname.

-Liaise with entities such as the Ministries of Foreign Affairs, Finance and Customs, among others (universities, firms of outsourced staff, etc.) to manage services required by the Country Office and its officials.

Budget and Corporate services management:

-Coordinate and monitor the business plan and prepare and monitor the annual budget to anticipate and communicate deviations in a timely manner.

-Develop and analyze the strategic planning, execution, and monitoring of all Country Office financial resources, including identification of needs for goods and administrative services, and preparation of reports for management review and decision making. 

-Be responsible for corporate procurement, including the process of planning, bidding, execution and analysis of contracts to improve operational efficiency and minimize financial risks.

-Coordinate tasks related to corporate services including travel, corporate facilities management, events management, security and business continuity, records management, and information technology.

What you'll need

• Education: Master’s degree in business administration, Financial Management, Accounting, Human Resources, Operations Management, or other fields relevant to the responsibilities of the role.  

• Experience: At least 4 years of experience in the management of human resources, budgeting, accounting, corporate management, and general administration.

• Languages: Fluency in English is required. Proficiency in another Bank language (Spanish, Portuguese, French) and/or Dutch is a plus.

Requirements

• Citizenship:  You are a citizen of Suriname.

• 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

• National staff contract, 36 months initially, renewable upon mutual agreement. 

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 package

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: pre-defined pension plan that provides financial security and supports employees in planning for their future. 

Hybrid and flexible work schedules 

Health and wellbeing:  Access to our Health Services Center which 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. 

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.