S/he would be expected to lead or contribute to strategic initiatives within STA, for example, better integration of CD into IMF surveillance; supporting the integration of the RBM framework in CD prioritization and evaluation; promoting the dissemination and publication of TA reports; and streamlining and automating work processes. S/he would also play a lead role in preparing regular reports to donors and reviewing external evaluations of STA’s CD in close coordination with topical divisions, having review responsibility for the work of project officers. S/he would promote the role of STA’s CD in delivering data that is relevant for decision makers and IMF surveillance, including by closely liaising with area departments. In addition, the successful candidate is expected to supervise the work of STARM’s training team, contribute to advancing STA’s strategic priorities (including on communication), and represent STA in IMF-wide working groups.

In these tasks, the successful candidate would be expected to collaborate closely with staff in STA divisions, ICD, other CD-delivering departments and area departments, STA advisors in the field, and national authorities.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications

Educational development, including and/or supplemented by work experience, typically acquired through the completion of:

• An advanced degree in macroeconomics, statistics and/or related field, supplemented by a minimum of four years of relevant professional experience is required; OR
• A PhD in macroeconomics, statistics and/or a related field is required.

In addition to the qualifications set forth in the job standards, experience in policy-oriented economic analysis would be a plus. Very strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills as well as excellent time management skills are essential to smoothly manage the various tasks that often require intense coordination with several players. The position requires intellectual curiosity to explore new subjects and a capacity to innovate, complemented by strong skills in data analysis and the ability to draft concisely and persuasively.

Experience with IMF CD or statistical methodology would be a plus.

The position requires no travel.

This vacancy shall be filled by a 3-year Term appointment in accordance with the Fund’s new employment rules that took effect on May 1, 2015.

A regular staff member who is selected to fill the vacancy will maintain their open-ended status. If the selected candidate is a contractual employee, they will be offered a Term staff appointment. Staff members already on a term appointment will continue their current term but may receive an extension provided that their current term appointment has not already been extended.

It is expected that while the position is advertised at the full grade band, it will be filled at the higher level.