Office of Evaluation and Oversight (OVE)

📢 New Position: Lead Evaluation Specialist at OVE We are seeking a Lead Evaluation Specialist with private sector expertise to evaluate IDB Group's work. 🎯 Key Responsibilities: • Design and lead complex evaluations of IDB Group programs and corporate issues, focusing on private sector development • Support and validate IDB Group's self-evaluation system • Engage with IDB and IDB Invest operational staff, clients, academic institutions, and evaluation offices in partner institutions • Provide technical and methodological guidance to junior staff, research fellows, and consultants 💡 About OVE: We independently evaluate all aspects of the IDB Group's strategies, policies, programs, activities, delivery support functions, and systems. Ready to contribute to enhancing development effectiveness in Latin America and the Caribbean? https://bit.ly/3X9Vz9n #Evaluation #IDBGroup #LatinAmerica #Caribbean #Jobs #Development

🌟 Transform Development in Latin America & the Caribbean | Research Fellow Program at the Inter-American Development Bank Are you passionate about driving real change in our region? The Inter-American Development Bank's Office of Evaluation and Oversight (OVE) is launching its prestigious Research Fellow Program in Washington, D.C.!   🔍 What makes this opportunity unique? • Work directly with senior experts on evaluations • Shape the future of development finance in LAC • Join a dynamic, multicultural team in the heart of Washington, D.C. 🎓 We're seeking exceptional candidates with: • A fresh Master's or higher degree in Economics, Finance, Public Policy, or related field (within last 3 years) • Strong quantitative research capabilities • 2+ years of relevant experience • English proficiency (Spanish/Portuguese/French is a plus!) 💡 Ideal for rising stars in: • Development Economics • Public Policy Analysis • Quantitative Research ⏰ Don't wait! Applications close March 2, 2025 Ready to make your mark on regional development? Apply now: https://bit.ly/3EuGdpu #DevelopmentEconomics #ResearchFellows #IDBCareers #LatinAmerica #Caribbean #IndependentEvaluation

📢 New Opportunity at OVE! | Evaluation Support Consultant   We're looking for an Evaluation Support Consultant to join our team in Washington, D.C.   🔍 Key responsibilities: • Support our evaluation teams throughout the entire evaluation lifecycle • Manage documentation and data-gathering processes • Coordinate stakeholder engagement and mission planning • Ensure timely delivery of high-quality evaluation products   📋 What we're looking for: • Bachelor's degree • 4+ years of experience • Strong communication skills • English proficiency required, additional IDB languages a plus   Join our diverse and passionate community working to enhance development effectiveness in LAC!   Apply by December 19, 2024: https://bit.ly/3D2CWgk   #DevelopmentJobs #Evaluation #IDB #LatinAmerica #Caribbean #InternationalDevelopment

🚀 EVALAC 2024: Evaluaciones más influyentes para apoyar el desarrollo de América Latina y el Caribe La semana pasada en Antigua, Guatemala, reunimos a 115 especialistas de 19 países con una misión: transformar la evaluación en acción para el desarrollo de la región. 💡Nuestro aprendizaje clave: En evaluación, origen es destino. Por eso la teoría de programa fue el eje conductor de EVALAC - cuando desde el inicio somos intencionales con el impacto esperado, logramos evaluaciones verdaderamente influyentes. Durante una semana intensiva, fortalecimos capacidades en dos niveles: 📚 Fundamental: Teoría de cambio Diseño de indicadores M&E Métodos cualitativos Evaluación de resultados Sistemas y planeación 🎯 Especializado: Diseño de evaluaciones Evaluaciones rápidas Evaluación de políticas climáticas 🤝 También tuvimos actividades complementarias de intercambio de buenas prácticas y una reunión de trabajo con actores clave de evaluación en Guatemala. Gracias a nuestros aliados estratégicos: FGV EESP Clear CLEAR LAC DEval - German Institute for Development Evaluation, Global Evaluation Initiative, UNICEF América Latina y el Caribe, Programa Mundial de Alimentos, y SEGEPLAN, Secretaría de Planificación y Programación de la Presidencia Y sobre todo, ¡gracias a las y los 115 participantes! Ustedes son quienes harán que las evaluaciones sean más influyentes en nuestra región 🌎 ¿Qué aprendizaje clave te llevas de #EVALAC2024? ¡Comparte este post con tus ideas o déjalas en los comentarios!

🌴 Exciting times in The Bahamas! ReDeCA's Third Annual Meeting kicked off today, bringing together leaders in evaluation within development banks from Latin America and the Caribbean. 🌐 ReDeCA, the Network for Developing Evaluation Capacities in LAC's development banks and institutions, is making waves. Its 26 member organizations from 13 countries are collaborating to strengthen evaluation practices. Highlights from Day 1: 🔹 The Right Hon. Philip Edward Davis MP KC, Prime Minister of The Bahamas, honored us with the inaugural address, underscoring the importance of robust evaluation in development. 🔹 Ilan Goldfajn, President of the Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo, shared welcoming remarks virtually, emphasizing our shared commitment to evidence-informed development. 🔹 Engaging sessions on institutionalizing the evaluation function, featuring experiences from BNDES (Brazil), Banco de Desarrollo del Ecuador B.P.(Ecuador), and Nacional Financiera, SNC (Mexico). 🔹 Thought-provoking feedback by Lycia Lima from FGV EESP Clear on building stronger evaluation functions. 🔹 Inspiring talk by Dugan Fraser, Program Manager of the Global Evaluation Initiative, on the future challenges of M&E systems. Tomorrow, we'll discuss aligning with SDGs and defining useful M&E indicators. Big thanks to The Bahamas Development Bank for being terrific hosts! Stay tuned for more insights as we work towards more effective, evidence-based development in our region! #ReDeCA2024 #DevelopmentEvaluation #LatinAmerica #Caribbean

📊 New Evaluation Alert: Enhancing Development Effectiveness at the IDB   We've just released The Evaluation of the IDB Group's Development Effectiveness Framework (DEF). This comprehensive study offers valuable insights for improving how we measure and achieve development results.   Key findings: ✅ The DEF successfully established a structured system to measure whether projects achieve their intended results 🔍 However, outcomes have fallen short of targets due to various factors 🔄 Challenges related to the DEF design and implementation persist, particularly in relation to incentives and institutional culture   Recommendations: 1️⃣ Strengthen incentives to prioritize development results 2️⃣ Ensure well-defined roles and responsibilities for all stakeholders 3️⃣ Incorporate mechanisms to foster strategic selectivity and the capacity and commitment of borrowers to focus on results 4️⃣ Ensure that the new development effectiveness approach is grounded in an appropriate theory of change and includes an M&E framework 5️⃣ Clarify and streamline processes integrating principles of rigorous adaptive management 6️⃣ Improve the development effectiveness instruments throughout the project cycle   Evaluation team: Claudia Figueroa (team leader), Jorge Gallego, Luisa Riveros Galvis, Clarisa Yerovi, Lucero Vargas, Mariana Gamarra, Luis Fernando Corrales, Andreia Barcellos, Cesar Bouillon, and Ana Maria Linares   Read the full report here: https://bit.ly/3AYy9vg   #DevelopmentEffectiveness #IDB #Evaluation #LatinAmerica #Caribbean

🎉 We've hit 5,000 followers! To celebrate, we're highlighting the vital work of evaluators in shaping effective programs and policies. 📊 Evaluators constantly seek improvement by conducting sound research, delivering reliable information, and making actionable recommendations. Are you an evaluator? How do you describe your work to others? Share your perspective in the comments or repost with your thoughts! #EvaluationMatters #OVE5K

Are you a seasoned evaluator looking for weekend plans? Search no more! This is your last chance to apply for the Lead Evaluation Specialist positions at OVE - IDB Group! 📊 What's the position about? - Lead complex evaluations - Foster knowledge sharing and evaluation capacities - Mentor junior team members 🏆 We're looking for 15+ years of experience in: - Public policy in developing countries - Private financing instruments - Portfolio data analysis at international financial institutions ⏳ Deadline: Next Monday! (August 26, 2024) ✅ Apply here: https://bit.ly/4bQRvPz Join us in evaluating Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo and BID Invest projects. #OVEvaluate #EvaluationCareers #IDBGroup #LastCallForEvaluators

📺 Adaptive Management in Development: Expert Panel Now Available Discover how evaluation informs adaptive approaches in development!  Watch our #gLOCAL2024 panel discussion featuring insights from: - Estelle Raimondo (Independent Evaluation Group) - Leni Wild (Global Partners Governance) - Søren Vester Haldrup(UNDP) - Moderated by OVE's Claudia Figueroa and Mariana Gamarra 💡 Key discussion points: - Cultivating a culture of continuous learning and flexibility - Reimagining M&E for adaptive contexts and real-time decisions - Leadership's role in fostering adaptability - Aligning accountability systems and adaptive approaches 🎥 Watch now: https://lnkd.in/eDy2zF_x #AdaptiveManagement #DevelopmentEffectiveness #Evaluation #SDGs

📢 Extended Deadline: Lead Evaluation Specialist at OVE - IDB Group, now 26 of August Good news! We've extended the application period for our Lead Evaluation Specialist positions. 🔍 What you'll do: - Lead complex evaluations - Foster knowledge-sharing and evaluation capacities - Mentor junior team members 📈 Ideal candidates have 15 years of experience in: - Public policy in developing countries - Private financing instruments - Portfolio data analysis at international financial institutions 🗓️ New Application Deadline: August 26, 2024 Don't miss this opportunity to evaluate Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo's and BID Invest's development projects and corporate strategies. ✅ Apply here: https://bit.ly/4bQRvPz Take advantage of this extended deadline and join us in making a difference through rigorous, insightful evaluation! #OVEvaluate #EvaluationCareers #IDBGroup #ExtendedDeadline