Regional Advisor Public Financial Management (Seetac, Rome)

ph3Regional Advisor Public Financial Management (SEETAC, Rome) /h3 pThe Fiscal Affairs Department (FAD) of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the IMF Southeast Europe Regional Technical Assistance Center (SEETAC) has openings for two Public Financial Management Advisors based in Rome, Italy. /p pThe advisors will support the implementation of the IMF’s regional capacity development (CD) program in public financial management, developed in close collaboration with FAD, SEETAC management, and SEETAC member countries Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Serbia. The advisors will deliver CD to SEETAC member countries advancing reforms to strengthen public finances. /p pThe initial appointment is for a period of one year, with the possibility of extension for up to three years, subject to performance, budget availability, and business needs. /p h3Duties and Responsibilities /h3 pThe successful candidate will be expected to: /p ul liEstablish and maintain strong relationships with ministries of finance in SEETAC member countries to assess CD needs and ensure effective delivery of support. /li liDevelop, manage, and implement country-specific and regional CD work programs aligned with SEETAC priorities and country reform agendas, ensuring coherence with FAD’s broader public financial management initiatives. /li liLead the design and delivery of technical assistance on core areas of public financial management, including: ul liMedium-term budget frameworks, /li liPublic investment management, /li liFiscal risk management, /li liFiscal rules, and /li liCash management. /li /ul /li liProvide direct CD support to member countries, while also supporting and contributing to FAD‑led initiatives and analytical work programs in the region, including regional notes on selected topics. /li liOrganize and deliver regional training activities, including workshops and seminars, in collaboration with other partners. /li liManage, guide, and provide technical and logistical support to short‑term experts, ensuring consistency and quality of outputs. /li liCoordinate CD activities with IMF departments, donors, and other development partners, ensuring complementarity, avoiding duplication, and promoting effective collaboration in support of country reforms. /li liMonitor implementation and assess the impact of CD activities, including through documentation and reporting in IMF systems, and contribute to results‑based management processes. /li liPrepare regular progress reports and contribute to reporting for SEETAC management and the Steering Committee, as well as to outreach and knowledge dissemination activities that promote SEETAC’s work. /li /ul h3Reporting and Working Relationships /h3 pThe advisors will work under the general supervision of the SEETAC Director and the technical direction of FAD headquarters. /p pThe position requires frequent travel within the SEETAC region and regular interaction with senior officials in ministries of finance and other relevant institutions. The advisor will collaborate closely with IMF staff, other SEETAC advisors, experts, and development partners to ensure effective and coordinated delivery of CD. /p h3Qualifications /h3 pThe successful candidate should have: /p ul liAt least 10 years of relevant professional experience within a ministry of finance or similar institution, with demonstrated expertise in at least two of the expected CD areas: medium‑term budget frameworks, public investment management, fiscal risk management, fiscal rules, and cash management. /li liExperience in delivering or managing capacity development in an international context would be an advantage. /li liStrong knowledge of PFM legal, institutional, and procedural frameworks, including budget preparation and execution processes, fiscal reporting, and the roles of ministries of finance and other central agencies. /li liDemonstrated ability to design, manage, and implement complex, work programs, and to coordinate effectively across stakeholders. /li liStrong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior officials, build trusted relationships, and deliver high‑quality training and advice. /li liAn advanced university degree in economics, public finance, tax law, or a related field. /li /ul pExperience working with international organizations and familiarity with fiscal reforms in SEETAC member countries would be an asset. Female candidates and nationals of the IMF's underrepresented regions (Sub‑Saharan Africa, East Asia, and Middle East and North Africa) are encouraged to apply. /p pOnly shortlisted candidates will be contacted. /p h3Department /h3 pFADM1 Fiscal Affairs Department Public Financial Management I /p h3Hiring For /h3 pA11, A12, A13, A14 /p pThe IMF is guided by the principle that the employment, classification, promotion, and assignment of staff shall be made without discrimination against any person. We welcome requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities during the selection process. Information on how to request accommodations will be provided during the application process. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr