Avis de recrutement : La FMI recrute un.e Économiste aux Etats-Unis.

Avis de recrutement : La FMI recrute un.e Économiste aux Etats-Unis.

The successful candidate will contribute to all aspects of the Division’s work program, including:

• lead e-GDDS missions; and lead the work involved in support and monitor countries’ adherence to data standards;
• contribute to the preparation of annual Board paper update of Third-Party Indicators Digest;
• assist area department country teams to implement the new assessment of data adequacy for surveillance which was endorsed by the Board as part of the ongoing Data Provision to the Fund Review
• contribute to the monitoring of the data standards initiatives;
• lead the reviews of country and policy papers on data issues;
• contribute to the research work of the Division, including using big data techniques;
• represent STA at the weekly Fund-wide surveillance meetings; and may volunteer to participate in area department missions (Article IV or program missions).

Qualifications:

The candidate should have an advanced university degree (Master’s or PhD or equivalent) in Economics, Finance, Statistics, and/or related fields, supplemented by a minimum of four years of relevant professional experience. French would be a plus.

In addition to the minimum qualifications set forth in the job standards, the successful candidate will have experience in integrating area department and statistics work, either through experience in surveillance and program work or through closely liaising with area department teams in advancing capacity development projects. Strong background in macroeconomics and financial surveillance and/or statistics issues as well as excellent analytical, written and oral communication skills, a proven track record of policy relevant research, and the ability to work in teams effectively are required.

Application process

Deadline : April 30^th, 2023