Credit Risk Management Director – Financial Institutions & Infrastructure

About the role

IDB Invest is seeking a senior professional to lead credit risk activities for Financial Institutions and the Infrastructure & Energy portfolio across Latin America and the Caribbean. The Director will guide a team of credit risk officers, ensure rigorous risk assessment, and support the origination and execution of high‑impact projects.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the credit risk function for Financial Institutions and Infrastructure & Energy sectors.
• Coordinate and mentor a team of credit risk officers throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review and assess credit and investment proposals, providing input to internal approval processes.
• Participate in portfolio supervision, validating risk ratings and monitoring ongoing exposures.
• Serve as the voting risk member within assigned Delivery Units.
• Develop and maintain credit risk policies, parameters, and best‑practice guidelines.

Required profile

• Extensive experience in credit risk management within financial institutions or infrastructure financing.
• Proven leadership of risk‑focused teams in a multinational environment.
• Strong understanding of development impact and sustainability considerations.
• Ability to work across multiple Latin American markets and navigate regulatory frameworks.

Required skills

• Credit risk assessment methodologies.
• Financial derivatives analysis and treasury risk management.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation package.
• Opportunity to shape development finance across the region.
• Professional growth within a leading international financial institution.