Economist/Senior Economist

Job Posting Organization:
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is a global organization established to promote international monetary cooperation, facilitate balanced growth of international trade, and provide resources to member countries in need. Founded in 1944, the IMF has a mission to foster global economic stability and growth. It operates in 190 countries and employs over 2,700 staff members from diverse backgrounds, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity and collaboration. The organization plays a crucial role in providing financial assistance, policy advice, and technical assistance to its member countries, particularly in times of economic distress.

Job Overview:
The Economist/Senior Economist position within the Fiscal Affairs Department's Revenue Administration Division 2 at the IMF is a pivotal role that focuses on capacity development (CD) in revenue administration. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading CD projects across various countries in Sub-Saharan Africa and the Western Hemisphere. This role encompasses a wide array of responsibilities, including the development of strategies for implementing significant tax policy and administrative reforms, advising on the enhancement of organizational structures and governance within tax and customs administrations, and modernizing procedures for tax assessment and collection. Additionally, the position involves the development of balanced service and enforcement compliance programs, overseeing the digital transformation of revenue administration, and managing medium-term CD projects that support the design and implementation of revenue reforms by country authorities. The role also requires engagement in research and analytics efforts and participation in Fund program and surveillance missions when revenue administration issues are relevant.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Economist/Senior Economist include leading capacity development projects in revenue administration, providing strategic advice on tax policy and administrative reforms, enhancing the governance and management of tax and customs administrations, modernizing tax assessment and collection procedures, and developing compliance programs. The successful applicant will also manage medium-term CD projects, support revenue administration experts in member countries, and contribute to the division's research and analytics initiatives. Furthermore, the role may involve participating in Fund missions that focus on revenue administration issues, ensuring effective collaboration with national authorities and stakeholders, and addressing sensitive issues with discretion in a multicultural environment.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree or equivalent qualification relevant to professional work, along with a minimum of four years of professional experience. Preference will be given to those with at least 10 years of experience in tax or customs administration or with an international organization that provides capacity development on revenue policy and administrative matters. Strong oral and written communication skills in English, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team setting are essential. Candidates should also demonstrate the ability to maintain effective relationships with national authorities and donors, as well as handle sensitive issues with discretion.

Educational Background:
An advanced university degree in economics, finance, public administration, or a related field is required for this position. Equivalent qualifications that demonstrate relevant professional expertise may also be considered acceptable. The educational background should provide a solid foundation for understanding complex economic and fiscal issues, particularly in the context of revenue administration and policy development.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of four years of professional experience in relevant fields, with a preference for candidates who have at least 10 years of experience in tax or customs administration or in providing capacity development on revenue policy and administrative matters. Direct experience in revenue administration at a senior management level is highly desirable, as is leadership or participation in the implementation of major tax policy and administration reforms in both developed and developing countries.

Languages:
Strong proficiency in English is mandatory, particularly in oral and written communication. Additional language skills may be considered an asset, especially in languages relevant to the regions where the IMF operates, such as French or Spanish, which could enhance communication with stakeholders in Sub-Saharan Africa and the Western Hemisphere.

Additional Notes:
This vacancy is for a 3-year term appointment in accordance with the IMF's employment rules that were updated on May 1, 201

• The IMF is committed to diversity and inclusion in its hiring practices and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations for disabilities during the selection process are available upon request.