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International Monetary Fund · 16 hours ago

Director - African Department (AFR)

Washington, DC

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

15+ years exp

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is seeking a Director for its African Department (AFR). The role involves providing strategic leadership and managing the department’s work, which includes advising on economic policies for Sub-Saharan African countries and implementing Fund policies to promote macroeconomic stability.

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Responsibilities

Providing strong intellectual leadership and strategic vision in planning, managing, and supervising the work of the African Department (AFR)

Further developing the Fund’s strategy in Africa and more broadly to contribute to corporate strategies of the institution

Advise management and the Executive Board on matters concerning the economies and economic policies of 45 Sub-Saharan African member countries

Provide macroeconomic policy advice to these countries

Implement Fund policies with respect to these countries, aimed at promoting and preserving macroeconomic stability, and improving the conditions for sustained economic growth

Provide financial assistance where needed to cover balance of payments needs and facilitate external adjustment

Ensure appropriate prioritization of capacity development activities, i.e., technical assistance and training to support institutional developments

Qualification

Macroeconomic policyCountry program workStrategic leadershipOperational managementBilingual EnglishBilingual FrenchInterpersonal skillsNegotiating skillsCommunication skills

Required

An advanced degree in economics and possess a strong background in macroeconomic and structural policy issues, as well as extensive experience in country program work, especially with Fund-supported programs and Fund surveillance activities

At least 15–20 years of extensive and strong operational and policy background in macroeconomic management

Strong links to and deep knowledge of the issues confronting Africa and being a credible and respected individual who would have the ability and gravitas to effectively engage with a wide range of leaders and policymakers in the varied economic landscape of the continent

Commitment and, preferably, track record to work collaboratively with other organizations active in Africa

Strong familiarity with the work of the Fund, or similar institutions on policy work experience and international economic environment is required

Proven ability to provide intellectual and strategic leadership for the Fund's work in Africa. Strong Knowledge of the range of macro-economic linkages affecting the region

Demonstrated track record in strategic thinking, planning, organizing and delegating work and staff management

Strong interpersonal, negotiating and influencing skills, and excellent communications skills

Outstanding leadership skills gained by having successfully managed multi-functions and large group of staff, including the ability to manage and effectively resolve a variety of organizational and HR issues that arise in managing a large department in the Fund

A strong capacity to promote change and foster close and effective cooperation with the Executive Board, management, departments, and staff is essential