The Monetary and Capital Markets (MCM) Department of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has an opening for an Advisor/Assistant Director in its Front Office to advise and provide expertise for MCM’s work on digital money and central bank operations.
Responsibilities:
Leading analytical projects on key issues
Taking initiative to establish contacts with national authorities, academics, private sector representatives, and members of other international bodies working on common topics.
Maintaining strong engagement with central banks, other policy institutions, and academics.
Representing the division, and potentially the Fund, in external bodies, international working groups, or at conferences.
Providing advice, upon request, to the front office of the Monetary and Capital Markets (MCM) Department.
Requirements:
an advanced degree in finance, economics, business, or another relevant field, with at least 15 years of professional experience, preferably including a senior leadership role at a central bank or policy institution.
Strong ability to produce innovative analytical work in the areas of digital money and central bank operations.
Intellectual leadership skills and the ability to consistently deliver high-quality output.
Strong management skills, both in terms of organizing, delegating, and planning projects and deliverables assigned.
Commitment to foster a diverse and inclusive work environment.
Reputation as a team player who is respected by colleagues for his/her corporate mindset.
Well-developed diplomatic and partnership skills, which are needed to build strong collaborative relationships within the Fund as well as with country authorities.
