About the opportunity
The Statistics Department of the IMF and the IMF’s Africa Regional Technical Assistance Center Central have an opening for a Real Sector Statistics Advisor based in Libreville, Gabon. The advisor will oversee and undertake capacity development support in real sector statistics across nine covered countries, regional agencies, and bodies such as the Central African Economic and Monetary Community. Responsibilities include developing annual work programs, coordinating capacity development activities with relevant IMF departments and international institutions, conducting country technical assistance missions, providing regional training, managing short-term experts, and contributing to steering committee reports. The initial appointment is for one year with the possibility of extension up to three years, contingent on performance, budget, business need, and management approval.
Salary and benefits
- Competitive salary and compensation package provided by the International Monetary Fund
- Opportunity to lead regional capacity development and technical assistance initiatives across Central Africa
- Professional engagement with high-level country authorities and international institutions
Who can apply?
- Expert knowledge in national accounts statistics
- At least ten years of professional experience demonstrating proven expertise in national accounts methodology and compilation
- An advanced degree in economics, statistics, or a related field
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in French and English
- Strong relationship management, negotiating, and influencing skills
Required documents
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover letter
When to apply
- Applications are open as of October 2, 2026.
- The application deadline is October 17, 2026.
How to apply
- Visit the official International Monetary Fund Workday careers page.
- Submit your online application through the job requisition portal before the deadline.
Additional information
- Hiring grades for this position include A11, A12, A13, and A14.
- The position requires travel within the region and frequent remote and in-person interaction with country authorities.
- The IMF provides reasonable accommodations for disabilities during the selection process.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Senior macroeconomic statisticians with extensive experience in national accounts and compilation methodologies.
- Professionals with fluency in both French and English who excel at stakeholder engagement and regional diplomacy.
- Experts seeking a high-impact advisory role focused on institutional capacity building across Central Africa.
What should you think carefully about?
- The initial appointment is fixed-term for one year, with extensions dependent on performance and funding.
- The role requires regular travel across the region, which may involve demanding schedules.
- Relocation to Libreville, Gabon, is required for this on-site advisory position.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role offers an exceptional platform for seasoned statisticians to shape regional economic policies and capacity development across Central Africa while strengthening international institutional experience within the IMF.
Our take
Experienced macroeconomic statisticians with strong French and English communication skills and deep national accounts expertise should apply before the October 17, 2026 deadline. Those unable to relocate to Gabon or undertake regular regional travel should not apply.
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