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Background
The Information Governance and Preservation (IGP) Section within the Information Security and Governance Division (ISG) in the Information Technology Department (ITD) at the IMF plays a critical role in ensuring the integrity, accessibility, and security of institutional knowledge and historical records of the Fund. IGP’s commitment is to:
Ensure compliance with global best practices and regulatory requirements, reducing risks related to information security and legal obligations.
Job Summary
The IMF is seeking five (5) qualified Archives/Records Officers on contractual positions for the processing of a backlog of its records. These records will be predominantly analogue in format but may include some electronic as well. Under the general supervision of the Archives Team Lead, the Archives Officers will be responsible for the appraisal, arrangement/description, and subsequent entry of the records’ metadata in the online catalogue. The Archives Officers are expected to work closely with the Archives Team Lead, and other Archives colleagues in processing the backlog. This project is instrumental in ensuring that valuable permanent Fund records are made accessible to researchers and member countries in compliance with the Fund’s Open Archives Policy (OAP).
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge and/or experience (preferred) in:
Work Management Skills:
Major Duties and Responsibilities
1 Archival processing
1.1 Appraises records to remove extraneous, transitory, and irrelevant documentation.
1.2 Arranges and describes records according to international archival standards, best practices and internal processes.
1.3 Performs basic condition assessments and identifies records requiring digitization, preservation and/or conservation.
2 Catalogue Upload
2.1 Adds metadata to catalogue records in accordance with international standards and internal guidelines.
2.2 Reviews and ensures the accuracy and consistency of metadata and descriptions.
The Archives Officers will also perform other duties as assigned by the Section Chief, or Team Lead.
This is a one-year contractual appointment. Contractual appointments at the IMF are renewable for up to four years of cumulative contractual service, pending incumbent's performance, budget availability, and continuous business need.
Department:ITDSGIG Information Technology Department Information Security & Governance Information Governance and Preservation Section
Hiring For: A09, A10
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.