Financial Sector Expert/Senior Financial Sector Expert (MCMMP)

Work on monetary and macroprudential policies, conduct analysis and provide technical assistance.

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Overview

Work on monetary and macroprudential policies, conduct analysis and provide technical assistance.

You have:

  • Advanced degree in economics, finance or related field (Ph.D. preferred) and at least four years of relevant professional experience.
  • Strong interest in monetary and/or macroprudential policy issues.
  • Relevant professional experience in a central bank, finance ministry, or regulatory agency preferred.
  • Strong background in financial stability and monetary and macroprudential policies required, gained preferably at a policy institution.
  • Previous experience in conducting technical assistance on macroprudential policy issues with different countries would be a plus.
  • Ability to communicate clearly in spoken and written English is essential.
  • Ability to work in a team and under tight deadlines.
  • Excellent interpersonal and diplomatic skills are important, as is the ability to establish credibility and influence with senior country officials.

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The Monetary and Capital Markets Department (MCM) has a vacancy for an economist in the Monetary and Macroprudential Policies (MP) Division.

The MP division is responsible for MCM's work on monetary and macroprudential policies. The division works closely with staff in MCM and other departments, and with country authorities in delivering policy analysis, technical assistance, and surveillance products. The division also conducts research and review in its areas of responsibility.

The selected candidate will contribute to the work of the department by developing advice to member countries, with a focus on monetary policy and/or macroprudential policy issues, and conducting analytical work, review, and technical assistance in these areas. This will involve frequent interactions with country authorities, other IMF departments, and international organizations. The selected candidate may also get involved in Financial Sector Assessment Programs (FSAP). The position may require travel on country- and other assignments, virtual engagement with country authorities, as well as responsibility for preparing briefings, reports, and analytical studies.

Qualifications

Advanced degree in economics, finance or related field (Ph.D. preferred) and at least four years of relevant professional experience. Candidates should have a strong interest in monetary and/or macroprudential policy issues. A research track record, ideally including peer-reviewed publications, would be a plus.

Relevant professional experience in a central bank, finance ministry, or regulatory agency preferred. A strong background in financial stability and monetary and macroprudential policies is required, gained preferably at a policy institution.

Previous experience in conducting technical assistance on macroprudential policy issues with different countries would be a plus.

The ability to communicate clearly in spoken and written English is essential, along with the ability to work in a team and under tight deadlines. Excellent interpersonal and diplomatic skills are important, as is the ability to establish credibility and influence with senior country officials.

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.

Department:

MCMMP Monetary and Capital Markets Dept. Monetary & Macroprudential PoliciesHiring For:

A11, A12, A13, A14The IMF is guided by the principle that the employment, classification, promotion, and assignment of staff shall be made without discrimination against any person. We welcome requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities during the selection process. Information on how to request accommodations will be provided during the application process.

Potential interview questions

Can you discuss a specific instance where you analyzed a monetary policy issue and its implications? This question probes your analytical and practical skills in monetary policy. Describe the situation, your analysis process, and the impact of your findings.
What experience do you have with technical assistance projects in macroprudential policy? The interviewer wants to assess your direct experience in this area. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you approach conducting policy analysis for different countries? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a challenge you faced while working under tight deadlines and how you handled it. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure effective communication with country authorities during technical assistance? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you provide an example of how you've influenced senior officials with your recommendations? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Discuss a peer-reviewed publication you've contributed to and its significance. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you stay updated on the latest trends in monetary and macroprudential policies? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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