Regional Public Financial Management 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 190 member countries. The organization provides financial assistance, policy advice, and technical assistance to its member countries to help them achieve macroeconomic stability and sustainable growth.

Job Overview:
The Regional Public Financial Management Advisor position is a critical role within the IMF's Fiscal Affairs Department (FAD), specifically focused on the Regional Capacity Development Center for the Caucasus, Central Asia, and Mongolia (CCAMTAC) located in Almaty, Kazakhstan. The advisor will be responsible for providing technical assistance and training to ministries of finance and related institutions in the region. This role requires a deep understanding of public financial management (PFM) and the ability to implement effective capacity development strategies. The advisor will work closely with IMF headquarters staff and will be expected to define and implement the CCAMTAC PFM workplan, deliver training workshops, and prepare reports on capacity development delivery and results. The successful candidate will need to liaise effectively with senior government officials and coordinate with other regional advisors and capacity development providers.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Regional Public Financial Management Advisor include: (i) defining and implementing the CCAMTAC PFM workplan in coordination with the Center Director and FAD; (ii) planning and delivering technical assistance, training, and workshops to country authorities in various PFM areas; (iii) preparing and delivering regional training workshops and seminars; (iv) preparing reports on capacity development delivery and results, including contributions for CCAMTAC steering committee and annual reports; (v) liaising with senior government officials and coordinating with other regional advisors, capacity development providers, and donors; (vi) ensuring effective communication and collaboration with stakeholders; (vii) maintaining up-to-date knowledge of PFM systems and reforms in the region; and (viii) traveling extensively to deliver training and technical assistance.

Required Qualifications:
Applicants for this position should possess a relevant university degree or equivalent, preferably at the master’s level, in economics, finance, or accounting. A minimum of four years of professional experience is required, with preference given to candidates who have at least ten years of practical experience in a senior line or advisory position within a ministry of finance or international financial institution. Candidates should demonstrate broad experience in public financial management, including designing and implementing reforms, and possess well-developed analytical skills and proficiency in project management. Strong oral and written communication skills in English are essential, along with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with national authorities and donors.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for the Regional Public Financial Management Advisor position includes a relevant university degree, ideally at the master’s level, in fields such as economics, finance, or accounting. This educational foundation is crucial for understanding the complexities of public financial management and for effectively advising ministries of finance and related institutions.

Experience:
The position requires a significant level of experience, with a minimum of four years of professional experience in public financial management. However, candidates with ten or more years of experience in senior advisory roles within ministries of finance or international financial institutions will be given preference. This experience should include practical involvement in designing and implementing PFM reforms, as well as a demonstrated ability to manage projects effectively.

Languages:
Proficiency in English is mandatory for this position, with strong oral and written communication skills being essential. While English is the primary language required, knowledge of additional languages relevant to the region may be considered an asset, enhancing the advisor's ability to communicate with local stakeholders and authorities.

Additional Notes:
The advisor will be appointed for an initial period of one year, with the possibility of extension based on satisfactory work performance. Compensation and benefits will be competitive and commensurate with the successful candidate's skills and experience. The advisor will work under the general administrative supervision of the Center Director and will report to FAD staff in Washington, DC on technical and substantive issues. All applicants are expected to include a Statement of Interest as an attachment to their application, which may be used in the screening process. The IMF is committed to diversity and welcomes requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities during the selection process.