The IMF Resident Representative Office in the Pakistan is seeking to hire a highly qualified Economist I to join its team, preferably starting November 2026.

The position is offered as a one-year local contractual appointment, with the possibility of renewal for successive terms of up to three years, subject to continued need and satisfactory performance.

Candidates must be nationals or residents of Pakistan or be able to independently obtain a valid work permit before starting employment with the Fund to be considered. Proof of nationality, residency, and/or work authorization will be required prior to starting employment. The IMF will not sponsor or assist with obtaining work permits.

Job Summary

The Economist supports the Head of Office and mission team as needed, through (a) performing analytical work, e.g., undertaking economic analysis, evaluating, monitoring, and assessing economic developments, policy and program design, and technical assistance, (b) contacting authorities, (c) monitoring a range of meetings, etc.

Economists respond creatively to address new economic issues and contexts; work with IFIs, bilateral and multilateral donors and other stakeholders and develop and maintain comprehensive databases on aspects of the economy of their assigned country. The level of difficulty and responsibility of the duties assigned, the length of experience, and the level of proficiency of the staff member should be consistent with the grade level assigned. Economists at this level work independently under the general supervision of the Head of Office. The selected candidate is expected to back up others, substituting for other team members during absences and periods of heavy workload.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under general supervision, the Economist undertakes the following duties and responsibilities:

Undertakes systematic monitoring, assessment, and evaluation of economic and related political developments and policies in Pakistan particularly in the areas of fiscal policy and operations, federal and provincial tax and non-tax revenues, public financial management, energy sector reforms, state-owned enterprise (SOE) reforms, trade policy, and structural reforms. Identifies emerging issues, risks, and policy challenges for discussion and analysis.
As appropriate, provides IMF staff with complete, accurate, and current information with respect to country surveillance and develops and maintains databases. Responds to other internal requests for information.
Collects/analyzes data and prepares a variety of written and statistical outputs.
Contributes to institutional capacity building; attends and monitors technical assistance provided by the Fund.
Develops and maintains effective relationships/contacts with national technical staff, donor institutions, IFIs, other organizations regarding developments in country of operation.
Assists visiting mission staff with respect to collecting and analyzing economic sector data. Prepares program/background notes for visiting missions.
Participates in missions to collect/analyze data as well as exchange information with Government/Private Sector officials.
In coordination with COM, support the development, implementation, and dissemination of an outreach and communication strategy within the country led by the Head of Office.
*Note: The list of duties is illustrative of regular and recurring functions; however, the Economist is expected to back up others, as needed. Performs other duties as required and assists in the smooth functioning of the office.

Qualifications

MA in macroeconomics, financial economics, or relevant fields, e.g., international economics, monetary economics, public finance, econometrics, labor economics, political economy, or international trade and finance, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Five or more years of relevant work experience in economic analysis, econometrics, statistics, macroeconomic policy, public finance, financial sector analysis, or related fields.

Proficiency in spreadsheet and statistical/econometric software is required, including use of Excel and one or more econometric packages such as Stata, EViews, R, Python, SAS. Experience in data visualization and database management is desirable.

Language Requirements

Fluency in oral and written English is required.

Interested candidates should submit (i) a curriculum vitae (CV), (ii) a cover letter, (iii) electronic copies of diplomas, (iv) identification documents (passport and/or national identity card) and (v) three professional references with contact details, to the attention of the Office Manager, Muhammad Ali