Knowledge Management, Learning, and Communications Senior Specialist

Knowledge Management, Learning, and Communications Senior Specialist We are seeking a senior professional with experience in knowledge management (KM), developmental and content editing, teaching and communications (Comms) for evaluation in development. Responsibilities Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of knowledge systems, products, and practices to ensure that the evidence, findings, and lessons generated by OVE are accessible, relevant, and used by internal and external stakeholders. Oversee the systematic capture, tagging, and organization of evaluation ratings, findings, lessons, and recommendations for internal and external use. Develop taxonomies, metadata standards, and controlled vocabularies to enable effective retrieval and reuse of evaluation evidence. Provide developmental and content editing for evaluation reports and assist the director with editorial reviews as needed. Ensure all OVE Board submissions meet editorial standards; develop and maintain models, formatting, and style guidelines. Advise the Director on engagement strategy, campaign design, and managing reputational risks. Assist Cluster Leaders and OVE teams in creating communication strategies for evaluations. Implement data, systems, and technology solutions: maintain and regularly update a standardized set of software supported for evaluation needs, coordinate with IT, and promote the use of tools such as data visualization, AI-driven search. Enhance staff skills in knowledge capture, synthesis, and communication: create an annual learning plan with events, online modules, and in-person training covering evaluative methods, data analysis, visualization, writing, AI tools, knowledge management, and communications. Collaborate with staff and external evaluation community: partner with the principal advisor, cluster leaders, and OVE team to integrate KM and communications into evaluation planning, support OVE staff to continue effective work, and build partnerships with MDBs, evaluation networks, UN agencies, and academia. Qualifications Master or PhD (preferred) in interdisciplinary fields such as Cognitive Science, Pure and Applied Logic, Philosophy, Mathematics and Computer Science or other disciplines that cultivate strong analytical reasoning, conceptual clarity and technical fluency to design and manage knowledge systems, synthesize evidence and communicate effectively. Minimum 12 years in international development, with a focus on evaluation in multilateral development banks (MDBs). Expertise in knowledge management, including business needs analysis, technical documentation, systems integration, user experience design, data analysis, Python and R programming, and leading technical teams. Strong ability to craft and guide impactful evaluation reports, blog posts, and social media content for diverse audiences. Teaching background in logic, writing, and evaluation. Communications management experience in complex, multi-stakeholder environments, leveraging various channels for MDB evaluations. Proven teamwork with diverse groups in fast-paced settings to meet goals efficiently. Experience collaborating with senior counterparts and demonstrating diplomacy. Leadership in designing and delivering professional learning programs. Preferred: AI tool use for evidence gathering, document analysis, knowledge synthesis, and evaluation dissemination; experience in the LAC region. Fluent in English and either Spanish, French, or Portuguese; if not fluent in Spanish, training is required for long-term success in the role. Requirements Citizenship: You are a citizen of one of the IDB Group’s 48-member countries. The IDB Group 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. Type of Contract and Duration Staff International: International staff contract, 36 months initially, renewable upon mutual agreement. #J-18808-Ljbffr