2012 Economist Program (EP)
The IMF is seeking qualified candidates for the 2012 Economist Program (EP). Successful candidates are expected to start work in early September 2012.
The Economist Program is the "point of entry" for talented macroeconomists seeking an exciting career guiding global macroeconomic policy. After completing their graduate studies, young economists undertake challenging assignments while contributing to the IMF's work during their 3 years in the program. New economists work closely with experienced economists on staff and are given considerable responsibility in carrying out operations-related analysis and research. Travel to the Fund's member countries as part of an economic team is part of the assignment. Access to economics training seminars and external conferences are also provided. At the end of the EP assignment, successful economists may be offered a regular staff position. Further information on the EP can be found on: http://www.imf.org/external/np/adm/rec/job/econpro.htm
To be considered for a preliminary interview, please submit an online application as soon as possible but no later than November 7, 2011.
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Qualifications
In order to be considered for the Economist Program, a candidate should:
- demonstrate strong analytical and quantitative skills;
- possess a superior academic record;
- have a good command of English;
- show an interest in, and aptitude for, working in an international organization;
- be below the age of 34 by September 2012.
Educational Requirements:
Graduate-level training in macroeconomics or a relevant field, with specialization in an international economic open market economy, monetary economics, banking and financial sector or public finance and labor economics. The IMF is particularly interested in graduates who will shortly be completing their PhD program, whose degree is either in (i) economics with a research focus in international finance, or (ii) finance with a solid understanding of macroeconomics. (iii) economics or finance with research interest/experience in macro-fiscal & fiscal risk analysis, tax policy, pensions reform, poverty issues and the nexus between financial markets and fiscal issues. Candidates with at least an MA/MBA in economics, finance, quantitative methods, or international relations/public policy with graduate level macroeconomics, AND a minimum of three years relevant in financial sector and/or economic research, may also be considered.
The new Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Ms. Christine Lagarde, announces a focus to hire candidates who are diverse by region, gender and educational institution. As the first female head of the IMF, Lagarde said diversity was not just about gender. "It is about engaging, about breaking down the barriers, removing the obstacles, so that all participants can actually be at the table. And that touches on gender. It touches on geographical origin. It touches on culture. It touches on academic background." She continues, this is vital for the legitimacy of the IMF. In line with this vision, the flagship recruitment program of the IMF, the Economist Program (EP), encourages applications from around the world. Successful candidates will start work in September 2012.
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