International Monetary Fund
Deputy Secretary (Institutional Affairs) - Secretary's Department (SEC)
International Monetary Fund, Washington, District Of Columbia, United States, 20001
Deputy Secretary
The Deputy Secretary is a member of SEC's senior management team. In the absence of the Secretary, he/she acts on behalf of the Secretary at the Executive Board, the Board of Governors and its Committees, and as Department Head. He/she is responsible, in tandem with the Secretary, for the design and smooth implementation of the work program of the Board and its Committees. He/she works closely with the MD, DMDs, and HODs on major policy and country issues, and is responsible for informing Management and staff of major pending issues and assisting in preparation for Board discussions. The Deputy Secretary will be heavily involved in the preparation of Annual/Spring Meetings in all aspects. The focus will be on continued innovations and new approaches to further modernize these meetings, making them more effective and efficient. Oversight in the department comprises full responsibility, as delegated, at both the department and Fund-wide levels, major projects, policy initiatives, country items, and special assignments involving high-level organization-wide issues. The Deputy Secretary also plays a lead role in the administration of the department, including close collaboration with the Board, Management, and staff. Qualifications A successful candidate should have: thorough knowledge of the Fund, its policies, procedures, and practices; demonstrated appreciation and awareness of the needs of the membership, as well as experience in dealing with country authorities/other stakeholders; prior leadership experience in managing a complex work agenda; knowledge of the roles of the Board, Management, and staff with respect to the discussion and implementation of Fund policies and programs; proven strong planning and organizational skills and excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills; highly developed writing skills, including the ability to draft on policy, country, and administrative topics under tight deadlines; strong ability to innovate and implement changes in a collaborative manner; and a strong drive for results. Job Description The Secretary's Department (SEC) organizes the work of the Fund's governing bodiesthe Board of Governors and the Executive Board and their committeesand provides them with secretariat services. SEC ensures open and efficient channels of communication among these organs, the membership at large, Management and staff. To that end, it provides strategic advice and policy and logistical support to promote the effective exchange of ideas and perspectives and promotes mutual understanding and consensus-building. In particular, SEC works with Management in designing, coordinating and implementing the Fund's strategic agenda through the Work Program of the Executive Board and other official bodies, including by managing the scheduling of Board meetings and ensuring that these run smoothly and effectively. SEC has primary responsibility in organizing and guiding the Fund's Spring and Annual Meetings (including the triennial overseas Annual Meetings), in collaboration with other departments and the World Bank. 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. Ultimately, the goal of SEC's work is to help reach institutional consensus for the benefit of the membership, mitigate risk, and enhance the Fund's relevance, effectiveness, legitimacy and reputation. The Deputy Secretary is a key member of SEC's senior management team. In the absence of the Secretary and Director of SEC, the selected candidate may be called upon to act on behalf of the Secretary at the Executive Board, the Board of Governors and its Committees, and as Department Head. More specifically, under the overall direction of the Secretary, the Deputy Secretary may be tasked to work on any of the following areas: the design and smooth implementation of the Fund's strategic agenda and Work Program of the Executive Board, the Board of Governors and their committees (such as the International Monetary and Financial Committee (IMFC)), including the preparation, classification, circulation, publication and archiving of relevant documentation; and oversight of key pillars of the strategic planning cycle: IMFC meetings, Board Work Program, Board retreat and "mini-retreat". closely liaise with the Board, Executive Directors, the MD, DMDs and HODs and all relevant stakeholders on Fund governance, policy, country and administrative issues (including budget and personnel issues in the offices of Executive Directors), often under highly sensitive and confidential circumstances; assist in the preparation, conduct, and recording of Board meetings and discussions with Executive Directors, with the aim of achieving consensus (including by advising Management and staff on appropriate strategies to address sensitive and pending issues); actively assist Management in chairing Board meetings; and represent SEC on inter-departmental matters, including task forces, working groups and other cross-departmental activities. A key project of critical importance to the Fund and its membership will be the oversight of the review of reforms pertaining to the quota formula and realigning quota shares. the preparation of the Annual and Spring Meetings in all aspects, including continued innovations and new approaches to further modernize the meetings and make them even more efficient and effective. provide policy advice and institutional memory on the full array of Fund governance issues, including: the respective roles and responsibilities of the governing bodies; the arrangement, conduct and recording of meetings; voting rules; elections of Executive Directors; the selection of the Managing Director by the Executive Board and of the IMFC Chair by the membership; overseeing the Fund membership admission process; questions on the recognition of member governments; and issues concerning the Independent Evaluation Office (IEO). the effective management of SEC, including through: strategic planning in light of the fast-changing global environment; formulation and oversight of departmental objectives and work deliverables pursuant to the Fund's Accountability Framework; and working collaboratively with other members of the SEC management team. oversight of departmental divisions and unitsincluding with respect to Board operations and the Work Program, membership engagement and institutional eventsby providing leadership through intellectual, operational and people management, and quality control on issues of Fund governance, policy and country items and internal SEC administrative matters (such as recruitment, budget and technological needs). people management by providing strategic guidance to managers and staff and promoting career development and well-being; and any other responsibilities that may be assigned by the Secretary. Qualifications and Experience A successful candidate should have: thorough and deep knowledge and experience of the Fund, its role in the global economic and financial system, its key activities and operations, and its governance, policies, procedures, and practices. demonstrated appreciation and awareness of the needs of the membership, as well as experience in dealing with senior country authorities and other high-level stakeholders. proven leadership in managing a complex work agenda that requires balancing the needs and concerns of multiple stakeholders; knowledge of the roles of the membership, the Board, Management and staff with respect to the initiation, discussion and implementation of Fund policies and programs. proven strategic leadership and planning and organizing skills, including the ability to carry out multiple tasks concurrently and deliver under tight deadlines. excellent interpersonal, collaborative and relationship-building skills, demonstrating good judgment, tact, diplomacy, strategic and tactical foresight, openness to diverse views, and consensus-building skills. highly developed oral presentation and writing skills, including on governance, policy, country, and administrative topics. proven leadership qualities and managerial skills, including the ability to motivate, foster close and effective collaboration, effectively supervise, and provide guidance, coaching and training to diverse teams of managers and staff. strong problem-solving skills, ability to innovate and to promote and implement change and modernization in a collaborative manner, learning agility and intellectual curiosity, and strong resilience and drive for results. Department: SECAI Secretary's Department Immediate Office Hiring For: B04 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 Deputy Secretary is a member of SEC's senior management team. In the absence of the Secretary, he/she acts on behalf of the Secretary at the Executive Board, the Board of Governors and its Committees, and as Department Head. He/she is responsible, in tandem with the Secretary, for the design and smooth implementation of the work program of the Board and its Committees. He/she works closely with the MD, DMDs, and HODs on major policy and country issues, and is responsible for informing Management and staff of major pending issues and assisting in preparation for Board discussions. The Deputy Secretary will be heavily involved in the preparation of Annual/Spring Meetings in all aspects. The focus will be on continued innovations and new approaches to further modernize these meetings, making them more effective and efficient. Oversight in the department comprises full responsibility, as delegated, at both the department and Fund-wide levels, major projects, policy initiatives, country items, and special assignments involving high-level organization-wide issues. The Deputy Secretary also plays a lead role in the administration of the department, including close collaboration with the Board, Management, and staff. Qualifications A successful candidate should have: thorough knowledge of the Fund, its policies, procedures, and practices; demonstrated appreciation and awareness of the needs of the membership, as well as experience in dealing with country authorities/other stakeholders; prior leadership experience in managing a complex work agenda; knowledge of the roles of the Board, Management, and staff with respect to the discussion and implementation of Fund policies and programs; proven strong planning and organizational skills and excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills; highly developed writing skills, including the ability to draft on policy, country, and administrative topics under tight deadlines; strong ability to innovate and implement changes in a collaborative manner; and a strong drive for results. Job Description The Secretary's Department (SEC) organizes the work of the Fund's governing bodiesthe Board of Governors and the Executive Board and their committeesand provides them with secretariat services. SEC ensures open and efficient channels of communication among these organs, the membership at large, Management and staff. To that end, it provides strategic advice and policy and logistical support to promote the effective exchange of ideas and perspectives and promotes mutual understanding and consensus-building. In particular, SEC works with Management in designing, coordinating and implementing the Fund's strategic agenda through the Work Program of the Executive Board and other official bodies, including by managing the scheduling of Board meetings and ensuring that these run smoothly and effectively. SEC has primary responsibility in organizing and guiding the Fund's Spring and Annual Meetings (including the triennial overseas Annual Meetings), in collaboration with other departments and the World Bank. 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. Ultimately, the goal of SEC's work is to help reach institutional consensus for the benefit of the membership, mitigate risk, and enhance the Fund's relevance, effectiveness, legitimacy and reputation. The Deputy Secretary is a key member of SEC's senior management team. In the absence of the Secretary and Director of SEC, the selected candidate may be called upon to act on behalf of the Secretary at the Executive Board, the Board of Governors and its Committees, and as Department Head. More specifically, under the overall direction of the Secretary, the Deputy Secretary may be tasked to work on any of the following areas: the design and smooth implementation of the Fund's strategic agenda and Work Program of the Executive Board, the Board of Governors and their committees (such as the International Monetary and Financial Committee (IMFC)), including the preparation, classification, circulation, publication and archiving of relevant documentation; and oversight of key pillars of the strategic planning cycle: IMFC meetings, Board Work Program, Board retreat and "mini-retreat". closely liaise with the Board, Executive Directors, the MD, DMDs and HODs and all relevant stakeholders on Fund governance, policy, country and administrative issues (including budget and personnel issues in the offices of Executive Directors), often under highly sensitive and confidential circumstances; assist in the preparation, conduct, and recording of Board meetings and discussions with Executive Directors, with the aim of achieving consensus (including by advising Management and staff on appropriate strategies to address sensitive and pending issues); actively assist Management in chairing Board meetings; and represent SEC on inter-departmental matters, including task forces, working groups and other cross-departmental activities. A key project of critical importance to the Fund and its membership will be the oversight of the review of reforms pertaining to the quota formula and realigning quota shares. the preparation of the Annual and Spring Meetings in all aspects, including continued innovations and new approaches to further modernize the meetings and make them even more efficient and effective. provide policy advice and institutional memory on the full array of Fund governance issues, including: the respective roles and responsibilities of the governing bodies; the arrangement, conduct and recording of meetings; voting rules; elections of Executive Directors; the selection of the Managing Director by the Executive Board and of the IMFC Chair by the membership; overseeing the Fund membership admission process; questions on the recognition of member governments; and issues concerning the Independent Evaluation Office (IEO). the effective management of SEC, including through: strategic planning in light of the fast-changing global environment; formulation and oversight of departmental objectives and work deliverables pursuant to the Fund's Accountability Framework; and working collaboratively with other members of the SEC management team. oversight of departmental divisions and unitsincluding with respect to Board operations and the Work Program, membership engagement and institutional eventsby providing leadership through intellectual, operational and people management, and quality control on issues of Fund governance, policy and country items and internal SEC administrative matters (such as recruitment, budget and technological needs). people management by providing strategic guidance to managers and staff and promoting career development and well-being; and any other responsibilities that may be assigned by the Secretary. Qualifications and Experience A successful candidate should have: thorough and deep knowledge and experience of the Fund, its role in the global economic and financial system, its key activities and operations, and its governance, policies, procedures, and practices. demonstrated appreciation and awareness of the needs of the membership, as well as experience in dealing with senior country authorities and other high-level stakeholders. proven leadership in managing a complex work agenda that requires balancing the needs and concerns of multiple stakeholders; knowledge of the roles of the membership, the Board, Management and staff with respect to the initiation, discussion and implementation of Fund policies and programs. proven strategic leadership and planning and organizing skills, including the ability to carry out multiple tasks concurrently and deliver under tight deadlines. excellent interpersonal, collaborative and relationship-building skills, demonstrating good judgment, tact, diplomacy, strategic and tactical foresight, openness to diverse views, and consensus-building skills. highly developed oral presentation and writing skills, including on governance, policy, country, and administrative topics. proven leadership qualities and managerial skills, including the ability to motivate, foster close and effective collaboration, effectively supervise, and provide guidance, coaching and training to diverse teams of managers and staff. strong problem-solving skills, ability to innovate and to promote and implement change and modernization in a collaborative manner, learning agility and intellectual curiosity, and strong resilience and drive for results. Department: SECAI Secretary's Department Immediate Office Hiring For: B04 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.