What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Editor Consultant position at Inter-American Development Bank?
We improve lives
The IDB Group is a community of diverse, versatile, and passionate people who come together on a journey to improve lives in Latin America and the Caribbean. Our people find purpose and do what they love in an inclusive, collaborative, agile, and rewarding environment.
About This Position
We are looking for an Assistant Editor Consultant to provide editorial and production support, with strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
You will work as part of the dissemination team of the IDB Research Department (RES). RES generates new ideas to help enrich the knowledge base that supports the policy agenda of the IDB and its member countries for achieving sustainable and equitable development in the region. As part of our team, you will help amplify the impact of RES research by producing high-quality knowledge products tailored to key audiences in government, academia, think tanks, and other policy and research communities.
What You’ll Do
International consultant Full-Time, 12 months (up to 48 months, subject to eligibility).
What We Offer
The IDB group provides benefits that respond to the different needs and moments of an employee's life. These benefits include:
At the IDB, we work so everyone brings their best and authentic selves to work while finding their purpose. Our people consistently strive for excellence, and we recognize and celebrate the impact of their contributions.
In our efforts to drive innovation, we intentionally include all voices, cultivate a sense of belonging and champion fairness. We welcome individuals from underrepresented groups to join us and share their unique perspectives.
We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job interview process. If you require an accommodation to complete this application, please email us at accommodations@iadb.org.
The IDB Group is a community of diverse, versatile, and passionate people who come together on a journey to improve lives in Latin America and the Caribbean. Our people find purpose and do what they love in an inclusive, collaborative, agile, and rewarding environment.
About This Position
We are looking for an Assistant Editor Consultant to provide editorial and production support, with strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
You will work as part of the dissemination team of the IDB Research Department (RES). RES generates new ideas to help enrich the knowledge base that supports the policy agenda of the IDB and its member countries for achieving sustainable and equitable development in the region. As part of our team, you will help amplify the impact of RES research by producing high-quality knowledge products tailored to key audiences in government, academia, think tanks, and other policy and research communities.
What You’ll Do
- Support the production cycle of publications—such as working papers, research insights, and monographs—in English and Spanish by assisting with workflow, quality checks, and coordination tasks.
- Copyedit and revise a variety of content—including working papers, calls for proposals, invitation letters, brochures, and web content—to ensure clarity, accuracy, and alignment with IDB branding.
- Assist with quality checks of AI-edited and translated content under the guidance of the senior editor.
- Help coordinate with external vendors (editors, translators, designers, proofreaders) by tracking assignments and timelines.
- Proofread laid-out materials and collaborate with authors and designers to finalize content for publication.
- Publish finalized materials on the website, ensuring compliance with IDB systems and protocols and following up with other IDB teams as needed.
- Acquire expert knowledge of IDB systems and workflows related to publication processing.
- Curate and compile the department’s monthly RES newsletter.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in English literature, communications, journalism, editing or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
- Experience: At least 2 years of editing in-house, agency or freelance, with a strong portfolio in various media.
- Languages: Proficiency in English and Spanish, spoken and written, is required. Additional knowledge of French and Portuguese is preferable.
- Citizenship: You are a citizen of one of our 48-member countries. We may offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your eligible dependents).
- 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.
International consultant Full-Time, 12 months (up to 48 months, subject to eligibility).
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: 2 days per month of contract gender-neutral parental leave.
- Health Insurance: the IDB Group provides a monthly allowance for the purchase of health insurance
- Savings plan: The IDB Group cares about your future, depending on the length of the contract, you will receive a monthly savings plan allowance.
- We offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your family when it applies.
- On-site position with the occasional flexibility of teleworking.
- Development support: We offer learning opportunities to boost your professional profile, such as seminars, 1:1 professional counseling, and much more.
- Health and well-being: Access to our Health Services Center that provides preventive care and health education for employees.
- Other perks (country specific): Lactation Room, Daycare Center, Gym, Bike Racks, Parking, spouse career support, and others.
At the IDB, we work so everyone brings their best and authentic selves to work while finding their purpose. Our people consistently strive for excellence, and we recognize and celebrate the impact of their contributions.
In our efforts to drive innovation, we intentionally include all voices, cultivate a sense of belonging and champion fairness. We welcome individuals from underrepresented groups to join us and share their unique perspectives.
We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job interview process. If you require an accommodation to complete this application, please email us at accommodations@iadb.org.