Tanzania · On-site
Work for the IMF. Work for the World. The Legal Department (LEG) of the International Monetary Fund (the Fund) is seeking to recruit a Regional Advisor—referred to as a Long-Term Expert (LTX)—in financial integrity matte…
Skills: Anti-Money Laundering, Combating the Financing of Terrorism, Capacity Development, Financial Integrity, Risk Assessment
Tanzania • On-site
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The Regional Advisor provides capacity development and advisory services on financial integrity and AML/CFT to IMF member countries in Eastern and Southern Africa. This includes conducting risk assessments, drafting legal frameworks, and coordinating with international bodies like FATF and the World Bank.
Candidates must hold an advanced degree in law, economics, finance, or a related field with at least six years of professional experience, including four years specifically in financial integrity. Proficiency in English and a deep understanding of international AML/CFT architecture and IMF policies are required.
Work for the IMF. Work for the World.
The Legal Department (LEG) of the International Monetary Fund (the Fund) is seeking to recruit a Regional Advisor—referred to as a Long-Term Expert (LTX)—in financial integrity matters, including anti-money laundering and combating the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) to support LEG’s financial integrity work, with a focus on Capacity Development (CD) to member countries in Eastern and Southern Africa. The LTX will be based in Dar es Salam, Tanzania. Travel to Fund member countries within the region is expected.
The Fund is an international organization with a membership of 191 countries. The Fund’s Legal Department aims – among others- at promoting and preserving global financial integrity which is essential to the Fund in carrying out its mandate.
In fulfilling its mission, LEG provides top-quality, professional advice to the Fund's Board of Governors, Executive Board, management and staff, and to the authorities of member countries on Fund law and policy, financial integrity issues, Fund related administrative issues, and domestic legal and operational policy issues relevant to the Fund's mandate. The Legal Department employs mainly Counsels and Financial Sector Experts.
LEG’s financial integrity work is conducted through two divisions under the direct oversight of the General Counsel and Director of the Legal Department. The successful candidate will be assigned to one of the divisions.
The Fund's Legal Department offers a unique opportunity to contribute to strengthening and fostering global, regional and country efforts in financial integrity, including AML/CFT, with a view to promoting the integrity of the international financial system.
Under the oversight of the General Counsel and Director of the Legal Department, direct supervision of the Head and Deputy Head(s) of the Division to which the successful candidate will be assigned, with the assistance of a headquarters-based backstopper and the AFRITAC EAST Director, the LTX’s responsibilities will include the following:
The LTX will strictly observe the Code of Conduct included in the Long-Term Expert Handbook of the Fund and exercise utmost discretion and confidentiality regarding all matters of official business.
Candidates will have a relevant academic background, including an advanced degree in law, economics, finance, international relations, business administration, governance, financial sector issues or a related field. They will also have a minimum of six years of relevant professional level experience and an in-depth knowledge of and at least four years of direct professional experience with financial integrity issues, including experience at the national or international level, preferably within a national government or an international organization, a specialized domestic entity such as a financial intelligence unit or an AML/CFT supervisor or regulator, with the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) or a FATF-style regional body (FSRB), or with a private sector entity, such as a bank.
Candidates should possess a deep understanding and practice of financial integrity and AML/CFT issues and architecture at an international level, and a solid knowledge of Fund policies related to surveillance, conditionality and CD. Familiarity with AML/CFT related topics such as correspondent banking pressures, FinTech and virtual assets, transparency of beneficial ownership, illicit financial flows, governance and anti‑corruption, and assessing risks (including gathering, using, and interpreting data) would be an advantage.
In addition to quality education and experience, this position requires excellent oral and written communication skills in English. The ability to also work in other official languages in the region would be an asset. Other requirements include strong analytical and time management skills; sound judgment; diplomatic skills necessary to liaise with senior government officials; an ability to develop strong relationships with peers (including as part of inter‑disciplinary teams), country counterparts and international organizations; and excellent skills at working collaboratively with colleagues at all levels and of different cultural backgrounds.
In applying for this assignment, candidates should be prepared to reside in Dar es Salam, Tanzania and to travel frequently to countries in Eastern and Southern Africa. Daily interaction and close pro-active cooperation with colleagues in Washington D.C, as well as occasional travel to IMF headquarters in D.C. will also be required.
This vacancy shall be filled by a 1-year contractual appointment with possible extensions contingent upon several factors including availability of funding, continued demand, and satisfactory performance.
All applicants are expected to include a Statement of Interest as an attachment to the application, which may be used in the screening process for this vacancy.
It is expected that while the position is advertised at the full grade band, it will be filled at the lower level.
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.
191 member countries working together to improve lives through global growth and economic stability.
The International Monetary Fund has a key position in promoting the health of the world economy. Established in 1944 as a part of the United Nations system, the IMF's primary purpose is to ensure the stability of the international monetary system—the system of exchange rates and international payments that enables countries and their citizens to buy goods and services from each other. This is essential for sustainable economic growth and rising living standards. To maintain stability and prevent crises in the international monetary system, the IMF conducts surveillance of national, regional, and global economic and financial developments. It provides advice to its 190 member countries, encouraging them to adopt policies that foster economic stability, reduce their vulnerability to economic and financial crises, and raise living standards. The IMF also serves as a forum where its global membership can discuss the national, regional, and global consequences of their policies. The IMF makes financing temporarily available to member countries to help them address balance of payments problems—that is, when they find themselves short of foreign exchange to meet their payments to other countries. Finally, the IMF provides countries with training to help them build the expertise and institutions they need for economic stability and growth. Supporting all of these activities is the institution's work in economic research and statistics.
Offices: 700 19th Street N.W., Washington, DC 20431, US
191 member countries working together to improve lives through global growth and economic stability.
The International Monetary Fund has a key position in promoting the health of the world economy. Established in 1944 as a part of the United Nations system, the IMF's primary purpose is to ensure the stability of the international monetary system—the system of exchange rates and international payments that enables countries and their citizens to buy goods and services from each other. This is essential for sustainable economic growth and rising living standards. To maintain stability and prevent crises in the international monetary system, the IMF conducts surveillance of national, regional, and global economic and financial developments. It provides advice to its 190 member countries, encouraging them to adopt policies that foster economic stability, reduce their vulnerability to economic and financial crises, and raise living standards. The IMF also serves as a forum where its global membership can discuss the national, regional, and global consequences of their policies. The IMF makes financing temporarily available to member countries to help them address balance of payments problems—that is, when they find themselves short of foreign exchange to meet their payments to other countries. Finally, the IMF provides countries with training to help them build the expertise and institutions they need for economic stability and growth. Supporting all of these activities is the institution's work in economic research and statistics.
Offices: 700 19th Street N.W., Washington, DC 20431, US
