The Projects Department (PD) is accountable for the pipeline and portfolio of capital and Technical Assistance (TA) projects. The PD is responsible for the identification, appraisal and supervision of all capital and TA projects and sector loans in the Bank’s portfolio. In addition, the Department is responsible for monitoring and reporting on the status of the Bank’s loan portfolio; for the preparation of sector analyses and policy papers, delivery of capacity development training in the Borrowing Member Countries (BMCs) in the areas of project development, project management and macro-economic management; and for provision of assistance to micro- and small-enterprises. The work of the Department is delivered through two Divisions and three Units, each providing a focus on one of the following - the social sector, economic infrastructure, environmental sustainability, private sector development, and procurement policy.

TERMS OF APPOINTMENT This is a full-time position with the successful candidate being contracted for a two-year term with the possibility of renewal for an additional two-year term. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Life and medical insurances are included in the benefits package. 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 Gender Specialist must have client orientation and interpersonal skills with the proven ability to work cooperatively with multi-disciplinary teams and all levels of staff. The successful candidate will have the ability to provide technical input to influence gender mainstreaming and decision-making. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE The Gender Specialist should have: A first degree and a post-graduate degree in Gender Studies, Development Studies or any other relevant subject area. A minimum of eight years’ experience dealing with social policy in regional or international development, including at least five years’ experience working on gender mainstreaming in development interventions A good grasp of economic, environmental and social policy, and institutional development issues as they relate to poverty and its multiple dimensions as well as a sound knowledge of gender patterns and concerns in key socio-economic indicators relating to women, men and youth in the Caribbean. Experience in strategic development planning, management for development results and evidence-based design and implementation of development initiatives would be an asset.

COMPETENCIES Function-specific Competencies Ability to deal sensitively in a multicultural environment and build effective working relationships with colleagues and clients, amplifying the voices of the poor in general and women in particular. 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.