Regional Advisor, Tax Policy

Work for the IMF. Work for the World. The Fiscal Affairs Department (FAD) of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the IMF Southeast Europe Regional Technical Assistance Center (SEETAC) has an opening for a Regional Tax Policy Advisor based in Rome, Italy. The advisor will support the implementation of the IMF’s regional capacity development (CD) program in tax policy, developed in close collaboration with FAD, SEETAC management, and SEETAC member countries Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Serbia. The advisor will deliver CD to SEETAC member countries, advancing reforms aimed at improving tax policy design with respect to efficiency and equity objectives, and strengthening tax policy monitoring, evaluation and institutions. The 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. Duties and Responsibilities The successful candidate will be expected to: • Establish and maintain strong relationships with ministries of finance in SEETAC member countries to assess CD needs and ensure effective delivery of support. • Develop, manage, and implement country-specific and regional CD work programs aligned with SEETAC priorities and country reform agendas, ensuring coherence with FAD’s broader tax policy initiatives. • Lead the design and delivery of technical assistance on core tax policy areas, including direct and indirect taxes, tax expenditure analysis, and quantitative analysis among others. • Provide 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. • Organize and deliver regional training activities, including workshops and seminars, in collaboration with other partners. • Manage, guide, and provide technical and logistical support to short-term experts, ensuring consistency and quality of outputs. • Coordinate CD activities with IMF departments, donors, and other development partners, ensuring complementarity, avoiding duplication, and promoting effective collaboration in support of country reforms. • Monitor implementation and assess the impact of CD activities, including through documentation and reporting in IMF systems, and contribute to results-based management processes. • Prepare 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. Reporting and Working Relationships The advisors will work under the general supervision of the SEETAC Director and the technical direction of FAD headquarters. The 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. Qualifications The successful candidate should have: • Extensive experience in tax policy formulation and analysis at a ministry of finance, international organization, or comparable institution, including advisory work on the design of tax systems and revenue measures. • Strong command of public finance economics and the structure of direct and indirect tax instruments, with the capacity to assess policy options against efficiency, equity, and revenue objectives across varied country contexts. • Demonstrated experience in the preparation and implementation of tax policy reforms, including revenue impact assessment, quantitative modeling and estimation, and the translation of policy proposals into legislative form. • At least 10 years of relevant professional experience, including experience in delivering or managing capacity development in an international context. • Demonstrated ability to design, manage, and implement complex, multi-country work programs, and to coordinate effectively across stakeholders. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior officials, build trusted relationships, and deliver high-quality training and advice. • An advanced university degree in economics, public finance, tax law, or a related field. Experience 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. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Department: FADT1 Fiscal Affairs Department Tax Policy Division 1 Hiring For: A11, A12, A13, A14 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.