Technical Assistance Advisor--Revenue Administration Division
The Fiscal Affairs Department (FAD) of the IMF is looking for well-qualified experts to fill contractual positions as Technical Assistance (TA) Advisors in the Revenue Administration Division based at its headquarters in Washington, DC. The appointment term would be for a period of two years, on a renewable basis, subject to satisfactory performance.
The Revenue Administration Division provides technical assistance to IMF member countries in both tax and customs administration. The selected candidates will be expected to participate in review/diagnostic missions in a wide range of countries to develop plans for implementing major revenue policy reforms; improving the organization and management of revenue administrations; modernizing procedures for the assessment and collection of taxes, customs duties, and social security contributions; developing audit and enforcement programs. They will also supervise the technical experts based in member countries and/or at the IMF's Regional TA Centers. In addition, they will be required to support the division's research and policy development work, contribute to the development of revenue administration policy guidelines, and develop and present relevant seminar and workshop material at training and capacity building events. Extensive overseas travel may be expected.
Qualifications
Applicants should hold a university degree or equivalent qualifications in a field related to taxation, such as economics, accounting, law, or business administration. Applicants should also have (i) extensive experience in revenue administration work (tax and/or customs)-direct experience in a revenue administration headquarters would be highly desirable; (ii) successfully developed and supported the implementation of major tax policy and administration reforms in developed and/or developing countries; and (iii) a sound understanding of effective tax policies for transition economies and developing countries, based on a combination of theoretical and practical experience. Also, experience in resource tax administration, IT in tax and/or customs administration is desirable. In addition to technical expertise, the applicants should possess strong diplomatic skills, and excellent written and oral communication skills in English. Fluency in Portuguese and Spanish is desirable, thought not necessary. Preference will be given to candidates who have a minimum of 10 years of practical experience in a senior line or advisory position.
Other qualified candidates, not selected for this position, may be considered for short-term TA assignments.
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