Economist (Local), IMF Brussels Office

Work for the IMF. Work for the World.

IMF Offices in Europe seek to recruit a full-time Economist based in Brussels.

This is a full-time local contractual position which carries a competitive salary and benefits package, and which will be governed by IMF employment conditions for locally recruited positions outside of headquarters. The IMF is committed to achieving a diverse staff, including with respect to gender, nationality, culture, and educational background. The contract will be open and potentially renewable with an initial appointment term of one year.

Job Description

The economist will execute a range of tasks under the guidance of the Director of the IMF Offices in Europe and other senior staff.

The main duties and responsibilities will include:

• Monitoring, analyzing, and reporting on economic, political, and policy developments across the EU and euro area, including by drafting regular updates to headquarters to contribute to the IMF’s engagement on European economic and financial policies.
• Locating, studying, and distilling relevant EU policy documents, proposals, and legislation to explain and report on them orally and in writing.
• Building and tapping into networks of contacts in Brussels, Frankfurt, and beyond with a view to gathering policy-relevant information, leads, and insights, and engaging with senior policymakers and stakeholders.
• Supporting the Director of the IMF Offices in Europe and other senior staff, including by gathering and analyzing relevant information and data; conceptualizing and preparing impactful graphics and slides; and helping to draft speeches.
• Traveling within Europe to attend meetings, seminars, and conferences, and make presentations, and following up with timely drafts of event reports or minutes.
• Assisting with the design, organization, and execution of events and seminars.
• Undertaking research and empirical analysis, contributing