HQTA- Financial Sector Expert/ Senior Financial Sector Expert (Central Bank Governance Expert)

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The Monetary and Capital Markets Department (MCM) has two vacancies in its Central Banking Operations Division (MCMCO) for a Staff and for an Headquarter-based Financial Sector Expert/Senior Financial Sector Expert. The appointment is for a contractual term of two years and can be extended to a maximum of four years, subject to budget availability and satisfactory performance.

MCMCO division covers a broad range of areas including the implementation of monetary and exchange rate policies, financial market development, international reserves management, central bank accounting, governance and transparency, strategic planning, risk management, and currency issuance. The division works closely with other MCM divisions (financial crisis, financial regulation, monetary and macroprudential policies, and debt management) and other IMF departments and country authorities delivering policy analysis, technical assistance, central bank transparency reviews, and surveillance products, including the IMF’s Global Financial Stability Report and the Financial Sector Assessment Program (FSAP).

The successful candidate will focus on the topics of central bank governance, transparency, and accountability (including but not limited to internal audit, risk management and financial reporting). The responsibilities of this position cover all of the following areas: development of policy positions, delivery of technical assistance, and participation in Fund surveillance work (FSAP, and Article IV country missions). Specifically, the successful candidate is expected to deliver technical assistance, conduct central bank transparency reviews, participate in outreach and training for central bank decision-makers and oversight bodies.

Qualifications

• The successful candidate will have an advanced degree in either economics, finance, or accounting or related field with at least four years of relevant professional Experience.
• Deep extensive knowledge of the central banking is required, while the work experience in central bank decision making or oversight bodies is a strong plus.
• The candidate will have to demonstrate sound policy judgment; excellent oral and written communication skills; and a capacity to meet tight deadlines working both alone and in team environments. With much of the work conducted within a team, strong interpersonal skills are essential together with leadership skills to eventually lead such teams. In addition to English, working knowledge of French or Spanish would be highly desirable.
• Candidates for the position will be asked to undertake a written test and an interview as part of the selection process.

Department:

MCMCO Monetary and Capital Markets Dept. Central Bank Operations

Hiring For:

A11, A12, A13, A14

The IMF is committed to achieving a diverse staff, including age, creed, culture, disability, educational background, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, nationality, race, religion and beliefs, and sexual orientation. We welcome requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities during the selection process.