Economist / Senior Economist - EURRU

International Monetary Fund•Washington DC, DC

About The Position

The IMF’s European Department is hiring up to two Economists or Senior Economists in its Regional Studies Unit. The selected candidate will contribute to the Regional Economic Outlook on Europe, cross-country analytical work on key regional issues, the EUR Director’s semi-annual Board presentations, and the department’s broader analytical agenda, including departmental papers, policy notes, and joint work with functional departments. The position offers high visibility and close engagement with the front office and management, as well as flexibility to broaden experience. Over time, the selected candidate may take on one-off assignments, such as short-term support to country teams or mission participation, or country desk work, in consultation with RU managers and the relevant mission chief.

Requirements

  • Proven analytical and drafting skills.
  • Ability to design research strategies that address policy issues.
  • Strong knowledge of Fund policies and procedures.
  • Good organizational skills and adaptability to meet tight deadlines and carry a substantial workload.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with colleagues across the Fund and with authorities.
  • Collegiality and dedication to teamwork.
  • Qualifications set forth in the applicable job standards.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the Regional Economic Outlook on Europe.
  • Conduct cross-country analytical work on key regional issues.
  • Contribute to the EUR Director’s semi-annual Board presentations.
  • Support the department’s broader analytical agenda through departmental papers, policy notes, and joint work with functional departments.
  • Potentially undertake short-term support to country teams, participate in missions, or take on country desk work, as agreed with RU managers and the relevant mission chief.
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