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The Joint Vienna Institute (JVI), a regional training center established in 1992 by the Austrian authorities, the International Monetary Fund (IMF), and several other international organizations, is inviting applications for an Economist position.

As an international organization based in Vienna, the JVI provides high-quality training for public sector officials from countries mostly in Central, Eastern, and Southeastern Europe, the Caucasus and Central Asia. Our work is grounded in close collaboration with partner institutions and draws on their collective expertise to deliver courses, seminars, and workshops on a broad array of economic topics

Job Summary

The JVI faculty currently consists of seven economists with diverse backgrounds and areas of expertise. We are currently looking for a specialist in fiscal policy and public finance. The Fiscal Economist should bring a strong background in fiscal policy analysis and design, fiscal sustainability, fiscal frameworks, public financial management, and fiscal risk analysis, ideally with experience in advising on or implementing fiscal policy.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate’s duties include the following:

• Teaching: Deliver and coordinate training across macroeconomic and fiscal policy areas, often jointly with the IMF, Austrian authorities, or other partners. Teaching is the main responsibility of JVI economists.
• Curriculum Development: Evaluate and update existing courses; design new JVI-sponsored offerings in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Institutional Engagement: Organize public seminars, participate in outreach, contribute to internal working groups, and, where applicable, mentor junior staff.
• Research: Undertake applied research aligned with the JVI’s mission.
• Technical Assistance: Where relevant and time permitting, contribute to IMF or partner-led technical assistance projects.

  Qualifications

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  • Minimum of three years of hands-on experience in analyzing public finance issues and/or in formulating fiscal policy. International work experience and experience with the countries in the JVI region would be advantageous.
  • Proven record of teaching experience, especially in fiscal policy; additional experience in econometrics/modeling is advantageous.
  • Knowledge of current fiscal challenges in the JVI catchment area.
  • A Ph.D. (or near completion) in economics, with a demonstrated ability to conduct high-quality research, is preferred.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural environment.
  • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills in English. Proficiency in Russian is an asset.

    Salary and Benefits Package

    This fixed term position is full-time, initially for two years with the possibility of renewal (up to eight years in total) and carries a competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience and qualifications. The JVI is a flexible employer, offering a supportive work culture that values work-life balance. JVI staff members are exempt from national immigration restrictions and have the status of employees of international organizations in Austria (no diplomatic status).

    The JVI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We strongly encourage applications from all backgrounds and nationalities.

    For further details please refer to the JVI website at www.jvi.org. All applicants are expected to include a cover letter and CV as an attachment to the application, which may be used in the screening process for this vacancy.

    Applications must be received by Friday, June 6, 2025. It is expected that the successful applicant will take up the post in January 2026 or shortly thereafter.

    Department:ICDAI JV Joint Vienna Institute

    Hiring For: NG

    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.