Consultant – CWUIC Subsidy Mechanism Design & Financing Strategy

About the role

The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) seeks a consultant to assess the feasibility of a structured subsidy mechanism and develop an initial concept to support premium affordability for the Parametric Insurance Program under the Caribbean Water Utilities Insurance Collective Segregated Portfolio (CWUIC SP).

Key responsibilities

• Conduct a targeted review of existing sustainable subsidy mechanisms and financing approaches applied to similar facilities worldwide.
• Develop a design framework for a CWUIC‑specific subsidy mechanism, covering eligibility criteria, targeting approach, sustainability, and alignment with CCRIF and donor requirements.
• Facilitate discussions with CWUIC stakeholders, including CCRIF, to co‑create an initial subsidy proposal and perform a high‑level feasibility and risk assessment.
• Engage early‑stage with potential funding sources (e.g., GCF, Loss and Damage Fund) to gauge interest and alignment.
• Prepare a concept note and presentation materials outlining the proposed mechanism, rationale, structure, and funding pathways.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in Economics, Finance, Public Policy, Environmental Management, Disaster Risk Management, Business Administration, Engineering or a related field.
• At least five years of progressive professional experience in feasibility assessments, financial and institutional analysis, or advisory work in water, climate, or infrastructure sectors.
• Experience with international financing mechanisms, especially climate funds or multilateral development banks, is highly desirable.
• Proven ability to facilitate dialogue and coordinate inputs among multiple stakeholders.

Required skills

• Financial analysis and feasibility assessment.
• Design of subsidy mechanisms and financing structures.
• Stakeholder facilitation and coordination.
• Knowledge of parametric insurance and risk‑financing instruments.