Board Operations Officer - SECOP
Apply NowCompany: International Monetary Fund
Location: Washington, DC 20011
Description:
Work for the IMF. Work for the World.
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is an organization of 191 countries that promotes macroeconomic and financial stability, facilitates a balanced expansion of international trade, and ensures a smooth functioning of the world economy.
The Secretary's Department (SEC) organizes the work of the Fund's governing bodies-the Board of Governors and the Executive Board and their committees-and provides them with secretariat services. SEC ensures open and efficient channels of communication among these organs, the membership at large, management, and staff. It provides strategic advice and policy and logistical support to promote the effective exchange of ideas and perspectives, mutual understanding, and consensus-building. Ultimately, the goal of SEC's work is to help reach institutional consensus for the benefit of the membership, mitigate risks, and enhance the Fund's relevance, effectiveness, and reputation.
SEC works with management in designing, coordinating, and implementing the Fund's strategic agenda through the Work Program of the Executive Board, including by managing the Board calendar and helping to ensure the overall smooth and effective conduct of Board meetings. The Department has a primary responsibility in organizing and guiding the Fund's Spring and Annual Meetings, in collaboration with other departments and the World Bank Group. More generally, SEC provides policy expertise and institutional memory on a range of Fund governance matters, including as custodian of the record of activities of the governing bodies.
More specifically, SEC's Operation Division (SECOP) supports the Secretary, management, and Executive Directors in the conduct of effective Executive Board and committee discussions and provides outputs in connection with the IMF's Annual and Spring Meetings. The division produces different records of the meeting and contributes to the periodic reports on the work of the Executive Board. SECOP reviews draft policy papers and responds to requests from Executive Directors, management, and staff for information on a variety of policy and procedural matters. The division drafts speeches and speaking points for management and Executive Directors and responds to general inquiries about membership in the Fund, as well as manages membership applications. SECOP also facilitates different trainings for Executive Directors and for Fund staff on Fund governance.
SEC is looking to hire a Board Operations Officer (BOO) in its Operations Division (OP).
Typically Reports to:
Division Chief, Deputy Division Chiefs
Job Summary
The responsibilities of the position are to support the Secretary and other SEC senior staff in the substantive/content work connected with the preparation, conduct, and follow-up of the meetings of the Executive Board and its committees, as well as of meetings of the Board of Governors, the International Monetary and Financial Committee (IMFC), and other related bodies.
Duties and responsibilities include:
Thoroughly analyze staff papers, Executive Directors' positions, and other background material in preparation for Executive Board meetings. Coordinate closely with, and advise, the Mission Chief/Team Lead on Board-related policies and procedures. Draft memoranda and thematic summaries of Executive Directors' statements and views, and identify key issues for Management, senior staff, and Executive Directors. Interpret and accurately record Executive Directors' views and positions during Board and committee meetings and recommend inputs to the Chair's Summing Up/statement and/or draft the summary record. Negotiate positions diplomatically with Executive Director offices and coordinate with staff to finalize these documents. Independently review policy papers, staff discussion notes, and Board presentations, and prepare comments on behalf of the department. Independently research policy and procedural issues upon the request of the Board, management, and senior staff related to the Board/IMFC, with guidance from SEC senior staff on more complex issues. Draft and regularly disseminate a Fund-wide newsletter on developments and key issues of interest raised in Board discussions. Independently draft speeches and speaking points for management, Executive Directors, and other key stakeholders on issues related to the Board and meetings of the Board of Governors and/or IMFC. Lead or participate in special SEC projects and independently develop presentations and content for senior staff, training for the Offices of Executive Directors, and various outreach programs.
Minimum Qualifications
The completion of an advanced university degree (i.e., Master's or PhD) in (macro)economics plus a minimum of four years of relevant professional experience (e.g., Ministry of Finance, Central bank, other international financial institutions).
Knowledge of IMF policies and procedures would be a distinct advantage, while not a necessary requirement.
In addition, the successful candidate must have:
This vacancy shall be filled by a 3-year Term appointment in accordance with the Fund's new employment rules that took effect on May 1, 2015.
Department:
SECOP Secretary's Department Operations
Hiring For:
A11, A12
The 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.
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is an organization of 191 countries that promotes macroeconomic and financial stability, facilitates a balanced expansion of international trade, and ensures a smooth functioning of the world economy.
The Secretary's Department (SEC) organizes the work of the Fund's governing bodies-the Board of Governors and the Executive Board and their committees-and provides them with secretariat services. SEC ensures open and efficient channels of communication among these organs, the membership at large, management, and staff. It provides strategic advice and policy and logistical support to promote the effective exchange of ideas and perspectives, mutual understanding, and consensus-building. Ultimately, the goal of SEC's work is to help reach institutional consensus for the benefit of the membership, mitigate risks, and enhance the Fund's relevance, effectiveness, and reputation.
SEC works with management in designing, coordinating, and implementing the Fund's strategic agenda through the Work Program of the Executive Board, including by managing the Board calendar and helping to ensure the overall smooth and effective conduct of Board meetings. The Department has a primary responsibility in organizing and guiding the Fund's Spring and Annual Meetings, in collaboration with other departments and the World Bank Group. More generally, SEC provides policy expertise and institutional memory on a range of Fund governance matters, including as custodian of the record of activities of the governing bodies.
More specifically, SEC's Operation Division (SECOP) supports the Secretary, management, and Executive Directors in the conduct of effective Executive Board and committee discussions and provides outputs in connection with the IMF's Annual and Spring Meetings. The division produces different records of the meeting and contributes to the periodic reports on the work of the Executive Board. SECOP reviews draft policy papers and responds to requests from Executive Directors, management, and staff for information on a variety of policy and procedural matters. The division drafts speeches and speaking points for management and Executive Directors and responds to general inquiries about membership in the Fund, as well as manages membership applications. SECOP also facilitates different trainings for Executive Directors and for Fund staff on Fund governance.
SEC is looking to hire a Board Operations Officer (BOO) in its Operations Division (OP).
Typically Reports to:
Division Chief, Deputy Division Chiefs
Job Summary
The responsibilities of the position are to support the Secretary and other SEC senior staff in the substantive/content work connected with the preparation, conduct, and follow-up of the meetings of the Executive Board and its committees, as well as of meetings of the Board of Governors, the International Monetary and Financial Committee (IMFC), and other related bodies.
Duties and responsibilities include:
Thoroughly analyze staff papers, Executive Directors' positions, and other background material in preparation for Executive Board meetings. Coordinate closely with, and advise, the Mission Chief/Team Lead on Board-related policies and procedures. Draft memoranda and thematic summaries of Executive Directors' statements and views, and identify key issues for Management, senior staff, and Executive Directors. Interpret and accurately record Executive Directors' views and positions during Board and committee meetings and recommend inputs to the Chair's Summing Up/statement and/or draft the summary record. Negotiate positions diplomatically with Executive Director offices and coordinate with staff to finalize these documents. Independently review policy papers, staff discussion notes, and Board presentations, and prepare comments on behalf of the department. Independently research policy and procedural issues upon the request of the Board, management, and senior staff related to the Board/IMFC, with guidance from SEC senior staff on more complex issues. Draft and regularly disseminate a Fund-wide newsletter on developments and key issues of interest raised in Board discussions. Independently draft speeches and speaking points for management, Executive Directors, and other key stakeholders on issues related to the Board and meetings of the Board of Governors and/or IMFC. Lead or participate in special SEC projects and independently develop presentations and content for senior staff, training for the Offices of Executive Directors, and various outreach programs.
Minimum Qualifications
The completion of an advanced university degree (i.e., Master's or PhD) in (macro)economics plus a minimum of four years of relevant professional experience (e.g., Ministry of Finance, Central bank, other international financial institutions).
Knowledge of IMF policies and procedures would be a distinct advantage, while not a necessary requirement.
In addition, the successful candidate must have:
- A strong professional background in international economics and finance, with excellent writing and oral communication skills. Experience in other international organizations, central bank or ministry of finance as well as good quantitative skills would be a plus.
- Experience with drafting, under tight deadlines, concise and well-structured summaries of multiple documents related to macroeconomic policy issues and/or Fund policies; and the ability to summarize and present results in a succinct, timely, and structured manner to senior audiences. A writing test will be administered for short-listed candidates ahead of the interview process.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately identify nuances.
- Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to handle various issues simultaneously, effectively, proactively, flexibly, and under tight deadlines.
- Ability to work independently as well as a part of a team, and work well under pressure with flexibility and a cooperative attitude.
- Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, including the ability to work well with various stakeholders, and effectively initiate and implement changes in a collaborative manner.
This vacancy shall be filled by a 3-year Term appointment in accordance with the Fund's new employment rules that took effect on May 1, 2015.
Department:
SECOP Secretary's Department Operations
Hiring For:
A11, A12
The 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.