Jobs at International Monetary Fund

Processes and controls payroll, benefits, allowances, earnings, and deductions for IMF employees. Performs reconciliations, audits, analytics, stakeholder support, policy development, and system testing. Handles onboarding, separations, insurance, retirement plans, expatriate allowances, and field staff payroll while supporting process improvements and accurate, timely payments.

Provides HR analytics, workforce data gathering, recruitment and job-change transaction support, Workday administration, and assistance with talent management processes. The role supports HR Business Partners, prepares HR metrics and reports, tracks contractual appointments, handles staff inquiries, and contributes to inclusive HR initiatives. Requires strong Excel, Power BI, data management, organization, confidentiality, and general HR operations skills.

The Economist Program participant conducts macroeconomic research, analyzes country developments and risks, assesses fiscal and monetary policies, contributes to IMF country engagements and supported programs, develops policy advice, and supports capacity development. The three-year program includes two departmental assignments at IMF headquarters in Washington, D.C., with work spanning economic analysis, research, policy publications, technical assistance, and training.

Paid, full-time 10–12-week internship for PhD students in economics, focused on macroeconomic research and international policy questions at IMF Headquarters in Washington, D.C. Interns conduct individual research or project assignments, apply analytical and quantitative skills, collaborate with IMF economists, and may present findings. Applicants must remain enrolled, return to studies afterward, meet age eligibility, demonstrate strong English and computer skills, and provide application documents.

Provides independent administrative and operational support to the Fund Investment Unit, Deputy Director-Chief Investment Officer, and Investment Oversight Committee. Responsibilities include calendar and records management, meeting and event coordination, Board document preparation, correspondence, workplan tracking, stakeholder liaison, compliance review, payment authorization processing, and use of productivity and AI tools. The role requires proactive prioritization, discretion, diplomacy, and support for external investment managers, custodians, and senior Fund stakeholders.

Provides administrative and operational support for HRD Total Rewards, including calendar and meeting coordination, workflow tracking, Board materials, records, budgets, procurement, vendors, events, and confidential information. Coordinates Institutional Review Committee processes and supports platforms such as Workday, Nexus, and HRWeb. Requires strong organization, communication, judgment, discretion, Microsoft 365 proficiency, and at least four years of relevant experience. Candidates must reside in the Washington, DC metro area.

Provides administrative and organizational support to the African Department front office. Responsibilities include preparing and transmitting documents, organizing meetings and events, managing travel and expense reports, tracking workflow and deadlines, coordinating action items, and supporting department-wide initiatives. Requires strong administrative, organizational, technological, communication, and multitasking skills, plus proficiency in English and Microsoft Office tools.

Provides administrative, document production, proofreading, scheduling, travel, event, workflow, filing, communications, and basic technology support for IMF divisions. Coordinates internal document reviews, manages calendars and logistics, prepares polished reports and publications, supports seminars and conferences, maintains records, and assists colleagues with office systems. Requires strong organization, English proofreading, Microsoft Office proficiency, attention to detail, and effective communication.

Join the Research Analyst Program at IMF, contributing to economic research, data analysis, and supporting econometric projects, ideal for recent graduates.

The Research Analyst will support economic analysis through data gathering, econometrics, and statistical analysis while managing databases and contributing to reports.