Economist/Senior Economist

Job Posting Organization:
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is an international organization established in 1944 with the mission to promote global monetary cooperation, secure financial stability, facilitate international trade, promote high employment and sustainable economic growth, and reduce poverty around the world. The IMF has a diverse workforce of over 2,700 employees from around the globe, operating in 190 member countries. The organization plays a crucial role in providing financial assistance, policy advice, and technical assistance to its member countries, helping them to achieve macroeconomic stability and sustainable growth.

Job Overview:
The Economist/Senior Economist positions within the Fiscal Affairs Department's Revenue Administration Division at the IMF are pivotal roles that require substantial senior-level experience in capacity development (CD) in revenue administration. The successful candidates will lead CD projects across various regions, including Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, Central Asia, and North Africa. The roles involve advising on the development and implementation of major tax policy and administrative reforms, enhancing the organization and governance of tax and customs administrations, and modernizing procedures for tax assessment and collection. Additionally, candidates will engage in data analytics to analyze tax revenue performance, develop compliance programs, and support the digital transformation of revenue administration. The positions also entail managing medium-term CD projects and contributing to the division's research and analytical work, as well as participating in Fund program and surveillance missions focused on revenue administration issues.

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, and enhancing the governance of tax and customs administrations. Candidates will be responsible for modernizing tax assessment and collection procedures, conducting tax revenue performance analysis, and developing balanced compliance programs. They will also oversee the digital transformation initiatives within revenue administration and manage medium-term projects that support the implementation of revenue reforms in member countries. Furthermore, the successful applicants will backstop revenue administration experts, contribute to research and analytical work, and participate in missions related to revenue administration issues.

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 multicultural environment are essential. Candidates should also demonstrate the ability to maintain effective relationships with national authorities and 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. Candidates with qualifications that are equivalent to a master's degree or higher in relevant disciplines will also be considered. The educational background should provide a solid foundation for understanding complex economic and fiscal issues related to revenue administration.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of four years of professional experience in relevant fields, with a strong preference for candidates who have at least 10 years of experience in tax or customs administration or in an international organization focused on capacity development in revenue policy and administration. Direct experience in senior management roles within revenue administration is highly desirable, as is a proven track record of leadership in implementing major tax policy and administrative reforms.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, with strong oral and written communication skills being essential for the role. While English is the primary language required, proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset, particularly for candidates who will be working in diverse international environments.

Additional Notes:
This vacancy is for a 3-year term appointment in accordance with the IMF's employment rules. Contractual appointments may be renewable for up to four years based on performance, budget availability, and ongoing business needs. The IMF is committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring that employment decisions are made without discrimination. The organization welcomes requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities during the selection process.