Economist / Senior Economist - EURAE

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Deputy Division Chief, Division Chief, Unit Chief

Job Summary

The European Department has an opening for up to two Economists/Senior Economists in its Advanced Economies Unit (AE). The unit is primarily responsible for the surveillance of the euro area, including as part of the Euro Area Annual Consultation, which includes conjunctural policy advice as well as discussion of the euro area's institutional design. The unit also works closely with other EUR country teams and analytical working groups. Expertise in some of the following areas would be particularly useful (monetary, financial sector, fiscal, structural), although flexibility and the capacity to work on diverse topics is also important. The selected candidates will be expected to contribute to the preparation of a broad range of surveillance documents and analytical projects, drafting of policy notes and Board papers, and the broader work of the unit, including reviewing departmental and Fund papers.

Minimum Qualifications

In addition to the qualifications set forth in the job standards, the successful candidates should have proven analytical and research skills; versatility; clear drafting skills and strong judgement; careful attention to detail; strong knowledge of Fund policies and procedures; strong organization skills and adaptability to meet tight deadlines and carry a substantial workload; and strong interpersonal and communications skills to foster effective work relations with authorities and work collaboratively in a team environment.

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