Tax Policy Resident Advisor

Job Posting Organization:
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is a global organization established in 1944 with the mission to promote international monetary cooperation, facilitate sustainable economic growth, and reduce poverty around the world. The IMF has a diverse workforce of over 2,700 employees from more than 150 countries, and it operates in numerous countries worldwide, providing financial assistance, policy advice, and technical assistance to its member countries. The organization is committed to fostering global economic stability and growth through its various departments, including the Fiscal Affairs Department (FAD), which focuses on fiscal policy and tax issues.

Job Overview:
The Tax Policy Resident Advisor position is a critical role within the Fiscal Affairs Department (FAD) of the IMF, aimed at supporting Ukraine's reform agenda in tax policy. The advisor will be responsible for implementing the Ukraine National Revenue Strategy (NRS) until 2030, which encompasses a wide range of domestic and international tax policy issues. The advisor will work closely with various stakeholders, including the State Tax Service and the National Bank, to facilitate data sharing and policy analysis. The position requires a strong understanding of tax policy design and the ability to navigate complex environments, particularly in the context of Ukraine's ongoing reforms. The advisor will initially be based in Vienna, with potential relocation to Kyiv depending on security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security conditions and the IMF's operational decisions.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The primary duties and responsibilities of the Tax Policy Resident Advisor include:

• Supporting the implementation of the Ukraine National Revenue Strategy (NRS) by addressing various tax policy issues related to personal and corporate income taxes, value-added taxes, and excise taxes.
• Developing tax expenditure analyses with a focus on quantitative assessments to contribute to Ukraine's tax policy reform agenda.
• Coordinating with the State Tax Service, National Bank, and Statistical Office to facilitate effective data sharing for policy analysis and decision-making.
• Collaborating with FAD’s Revenue Administration Advisors to support the State Tax Service and State Customs Service.
• Liaising with the IMF’s Resident Representative office in Kyiv and other stakeholders to ensure coordinated capacity development support.
• Engaging with development partners and maintaining effective relationships with national authorities and donors.
• Handling sensitive issues with discretion in a multicultural environment.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates for the Tax Policy Resident Advisor position must possess extensive knowledge and experience in tax policy design, particularly in senior management roles. The following qualifications are required:

• A minimum of four years of relevant professional experience, with a preference for candidates having at least ten years of experience in managing technical assistance projects in challenging environments.
• A university degree or equivalent qualification at least at the master’s level, preferably in economics, tax law, or accounting.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, along with excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively in a team and maintain cooperative relations with various stakeholders.
• Experience in providing capacity development to fragile and conflict-affected states is considered an advantage.
• Proficiency in quantitative analysis of taxpayer microdata using software packages such as Stata, R, Python, or similar is also advantageous.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for the Tax Policy Resident Advisor position includes a university degree or equivalent qualification at least at the master’s level. Candidates should ideally have a degree in economics, tax law, or accounting, which provides a strong foundation for understanding complex tax policy issues and economic principles.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have a minimum of four years of relevant professional experience, with a strong preference for those who have at least ten years of experience in tax policy design and management of technical assistance projects. Experience in challenging environments, particularly in fragile or conflict-affected states, is highly valued and will be considered an advantage.

Languages:
While the job posting does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in English is essential due to the international nature of the IMF and the need for effective communication with various stakeholders. Knowledge of Ukrainian or Russian may be beneficial given the position's focus on Ukraine and its reform agenda.

Additional Notes:
The Tax Policy Resident Advisor position is initially appointed for one year, with the possibility of extension for another year based on performance and the ongoing need for technical assistance in Ukraine. The position is full-time and may require regular work visits to Kyiv, contingent on security conditions. The IMF is committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring that employment decisions are made without discrimination. Reasonable accommodations for disabilities during the selection process are welcomed and will be provided as needed.