Director - European Department (EUR)

Job description

Work for the IMF. Work for the World. The Director of the European Department (EUR) oversees the IMF’s relations with 46 member countries. Working under the overall guidance of the Managing Director and in close collaboration with other members of the IMF’s management team, the Director is responsible for providing intellectual leadership and strategic vision in planning, managing, and supervising the work of the Department and its staff. The Director is also expected to contribute to the development of IMF policies. The European Department’s primary functions are to provide policy advice to member countries with the aim of promoting and preserving macroeconomic, financial, and external stability, and improving the conditions for sustained economic growth; implement IMF policies with respect to these countries, including the provision of financial support and technical assistance; and maintain contact with regional organizations, multilateral institutions, and other stakeholders. The Director also oversees the activities of the IMF Offices in Europe. The successful candidate should have: Typically, an advanced degree in economics or equivalent and at least 15–20 years of extensive...