The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is currently seeking applications from experienced macroeconomists to join their Mid-Career Pipeline, a talent pool for internal macroeconomist positions.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the global economy’s growth and stability. As a global institution, the IMF facilitates trade among nations, reduces poverty across its 190 member countries, and promotes financial stability and global economic development.
By advocating for economic policies that encourage monetary cooperation and financial stability, the IMF aims to enhance productivity, job creation, and overall economic well-being.
Member nations are responsible for the IMF, which is committed to expanding its involvement in critical macroeconomic policy areas.
The IMF is particularly interested in applicants with expertise in digital currency, gender equality, inclusivity, and good governance. Additionally, individuals passionate about working in low-income, fragile, conflict-affected states are encouraged to apply.
Program Overview:
- Washington, D.C., USA is the job location
- Full-time job opportunity
- The application deadline is November 1st, 2024
Responsibilities:
- Participate in structural reforms and macroeconomic analysis while supporting more comprehensive research in different parts of the world.
- Assume leadership positions in a variety of industries and policy domains, writing documents tailored to individual nations and carrying out research to support policy recommendations.
- Join one of the biggest global networks of economists specializing in macroeconomics as an IMF macroeconomist.
- Work together with committed teams in our Washington, D.C. headquarters, cultivating connections with colleagues around the IMF as well as with important organizations, authorities, and world leaders to create creative answers to changing economic problems.
Selection Criteria:
An advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in macroeconomics or a related discipline, such as monetary economics, financial economics, public finance, international trade, or econometrics.
A Master’s degree with seven to fourteen years of relevant professional work experience, or a PhD with three to ten years of relevant professional work experience, are among the specific qualifications.
Experience working at a central bank, ministry of finance, or international financial institution that demonstrates a strong foundation in macroeconomic policy, fiscal policy, quantitative methodologies, and country surveillance at both the national and regional levels.
It is also acceptable to have experience in academia or research institutes if you have also had exposure to macroeconomic policies.
Proven expertise in econometrics and quantitative modeling to aid in the creation of policies and analyses.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and writing abilities and ability to interact with member nation authorities diplomatically and efficiently.
Proficiency in both written and spoken English communication is necessary. Although not necessary, fluency in Arabic, French, Portuguese, or Spanish is an advantage.
Selection Procedure:
First screening using the information in your application and any supplementary materials.
To be selected for initial interviews, you will take part in a brief video interview through the HireVue platform.
You will be invited to take part in a panel interview, written exam, and technical presentation if you do well in the preliminary interviews.
This employment opportunity targets the regions of ASEAN+, Sub-Saharan Africa, and MENA+