AI Process Automation Consultant
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Location:
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Salary:negotiable / YEAR
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Job type:CONTRACTOR
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Posted:4 hours ago
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Category:Innovation and Knowledge Management
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Deadline:09/10/2024
JOB DESCRIPTION
Post of Duty: Washington DC
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
ORP/GCM is seeking an experienced AI Process Automation Consultant with expertise in AI solutions, software development, and technical documentation writing. This short-term role focuses on developing and implementing AI-driven tools to automate key ORP/GCM processes. The ideal candidate will have a technical background in AI and software development and experience quickly delivering effective solutions.
You will work in the Grants and Cofinancing Management Unit (GCM), part of the Office of Outreach and Partnerships (ORP). GCM serves as an accountable interface that links partners’ resources to IDB projects, knowledge products, and programs that meet the needs of Latin America and the Caribbean through close coordination with IDBG’s operational units and the Resource Mobilization Division. The GCM’s key functional areas include managing partner resources, ensuring compliance with donor agreements and IDB policies, and reporting back to partners.
What you’ll do
- AI Tool Development:
- Analyze the Trust Fund Coordinator’s operational needs and identify opportunities for automation through AI.
- Design and develop at least two AI-driven tools that enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Ensure the tools are scalable, secure, and aligned with GCM’s objectives.
- System Integration:
- Integrate the developed tools seamlessly with existing GCM systems and workflows.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth adoption and usage of the new tools.
- Testing & Optimization:
- Conduct rigorous testing to guarantee tool reliability, security, and ease of use.
- Optimize the tools for performance and adapt them based on feedback and evolving needs.
- Technical Documentation & Training:
- Create clear, detailed documentation for the developed tools, including user guides and system architecture.
- Provide training and support to GCM staff to ensure effective utilization of the new tools.
Deliverables and Payments Timeline
| Deliverable # | Percentage | Planned Date to Submit |
| Deliverable 1: Work plan outlining the main milestones to achieve the consultancy objectives. Analyze the Trust Fund Coordinator’s operational needs, identify automation opportunities | 20% | 15 days after the start of the contract |
| Deliverable 2: Design and develop at least two AI-driven tools. Ensure tools are scalable, secure, and aligned with GCM’s objectives. | 40% | 3 months after the start of the contract |
| Deliverable 3: Create detailed documentation, provide user guides and system architecture, and offer training and support to GCM staff for effective tool utilization. Final report identifying gaps and areas for improvement. | 40% | 6 months after the start of the contract |
What you’ll need
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- Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or other field. Desired studies in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Deep Learning.
- Experience: At least 2 years of proven experience developing AI-driven tools in a consulting or academic environment.
- Languages/Communication: Proficiency in English, both spoken and written, is required. Working knowledge of Spanish is desirable.
- Learn continuously: Stay updated with emerging technologies and methodologies.
- Collaborate and share knowledge: Work effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Focus on clients: Understand and meet project and stakeholder needs.
- Communicate and influence: Clearly articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Innovate and try new things: Bring fresh ideas and approaches to problem-solving.
Core and Technical Competencies
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently to meet tight deadlines.
- Proficiency in AI technologies, machine learning, and data integration.
- Experience with software development and system integration.
Requirements
- Citizenship: You are a citizen of one of our 48-member countries.
- 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
- Type of contract: Product External Consultant (PEC)
- Location: Remote
- Length of contract: 5 months.
Our culture
At the IDB Group we work so everyone brings their best and authentic selves to work, willing to try new approaches without fear, and where they are accountable and rewarded for their actions.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) are at the center of our organization. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and encourage women, LGBTQ+ people, persons with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply.
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We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job interview process. If you are a qualified candidate with a disability, please e-mail us at diversity@iadb.org to request reasonable accommodation to complete this application.
Our Human Resources Team reviews carefully every application.
About the IDB Group
The IDB Group, composed of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), IDB Invest, and the IDB Lab offers flexible financing solutions to its member countries to finance economic and social development through lending and grants to public and private entities in Latin America and the Caribbean.
About IDB
We work to improve lives in Latin America and the Caribbean. Through financial and technical support for countries working to reduce poverty and inequality, we help improve health and education and advance infrastructure. Our aim is to achieve development in a sustainable, climate-friendly way. With a history dating back to 1959, today we are the leading source of development financing for Latin America and the Caribbean. We provide loans, grants, and technical assistance; and we conduct extensive research. We maintain a strong commitment to achieving measurable results and the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and accountability.
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