Human Resources Principal Specialist, Global Talent & Strategic Partnerships Job Description Human Resources Principal Specialist, Global Talent & Strategic Partnerships City: Madrid Company: IDB Posting End Date: 11/9/ :59 PM EST Location
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We are looking for a Human Resources Principal Specialist, Global Talent & Strategic Partnerships, based in the IDB Office in Madrid, Spain. In this role, you will serve as a focal point in Europe for global talent attraction and selected strategic partnerships, helping build stronger pipelines of high-caliber talent from non-regional member countries while strengthening institutional outreach and engagement in key non-regional member countries markets.
The position will be seated within the Office of the Vice Presidency for Human Resources and Digital Transformation (VHR), working closely with the Human Resources Department (HRD) and the Global Partnerships Office (GPS). Design and lead a proactive talent attraction strategy for the non-regional member countries moving beyond transactional recruitment toward sustained pipeline development for senior, highly specialized, and hard-to-source profiles.
Lead implementation of the talent attraction strategy across non-regional markets, expanding the volume, diversity, and quality of candidates from non-regional member countries and connecting talent pipelines with IDB Group workforce priorities.
Global Talent Partnerships. Strengthen and expand the Global Talent Partnership Program through structured, long-term relationships with specialized talent firms and platforms, international development and cooperation agencies, integral consulting firms, technology and AI companies,



professional associations, and other strategic talent partners.
Senior talent identification. Leverage relationships with governments and institutions in non-regional member countries to identify and engage senior-level candidates, positioning the IDB Group as a compelling platform for experienced leaders and global development professionals.
Position the IDB Group, as an employer and institutional partner of choice across leading universities, graduate programs, research institutions, think tanks, and professional networks, designing targeted job fairs, career seminars, institutional presentations, and outreach campaigns in coordination with HRD and GPS.
Leverage institutional partnerships to strengthen internships, Externally Funded Consultants, Associate Professional Officers (APO), secondments, and other priority talent initiatives that promote mobilizing talent, knowledge, technology, and specialized expertise into the IDB Group workforce, aligned with IDB strategic priorities.
Global talent and mobility coordination. Promote coherence across global talent attraction, mobility, and partnership initiatives, connecting opportunities with headquarters priorities and maximizing synergies, visibility, and institutional impact.
In close coordination with the GPS Manager and the Representative in the Office in Europe (GPS/EUR),



support relationships and ongoing dialogue with governments and key partner institutions; and contribute to resource-mobilization efforts through partner engagement, business intelligence, country briefs, and partner profiles, in coordination with the Resource Mobilization Division (GPS/REM).
Support preparation of briefing materials and the coordination of outreach activities, missions, visits, conferences, and follow-up actions involving European partners and IDB senior management; Master’s degree (or equivalent advanced degree) in Human Resources, Business Administration, International Relations, Public Policy, Organizational Development, Economics, or other fields relevant to the responsibilities of the role.
Demonstrated experience developing and managing relationships with senior stakeholders across governments, international organizations, the private sector, academia, or other strategic partners, as well as designing and implementing initiatives involving multiple stakeholders and countries, is required. Experience working in international and multicultural environments, and the ability to represent an organization effectively and engage credibly with senior internal and external stakeholders, is highly desirable.
Languages: Proficiency in English and Spanish, spoken and written, is required. Additional knowledge of French and Portuguese is preferable.
We may offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your eligible dependents when applicable.
Type of contract and duration
~ National or International staff contract, 36 months initially, renewable upon mutual agreement.

Please note that the applicable contract modality (National or International) will be determined by the IDB Group. Health Insuranc

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