Job Purpose:
The Senior Financial Specialist, Financial Sector plays a critical role in the Economic Policy Department by leading analytical work and policy advisory efforts related to financial sector stability, financial market development, financial inclusion, and regulatory reforms across member states. The role supports AMF’s mandate by conducting in-depth assessments of financial systems, monitoring risks and vulnerabilities, advising on reform priorities, and contributing to regional policy dialogue aimed at strengthening financial stability, resilience, and sustainable financial sector development.
Roles and Responsibilities / Key Accountabilities
- Conduct in-depth assessments of member countries’ financial systems, including banking sector soundness, capital markets, insurance, and payment systems.
- Analyze financial sector risks, vulnerabilities, macro-financial linkages, and stress-testing outcomes to support surveillance activities.
- Prepare analytical briefs, financial stability reports, and policy notes addressing regulatory, supervisory, and market challenges.
- Monitor regional and global financial trends affecting member countries, including fintech, digital finance, and prudential reforms.
- Develop policy recommendations on financial regulation, supervision, financial inclusion, capital market development, and financial safety nets.
- Lead technical discussions with ministries of finance, central banks, and regulatory authorities to support financial sector reform programs.
- Contribute to the design of policy frameworks aligned with international standards (e.g., Basel, IOSCO, IAIS) and tailored to member country needs.
- Provide advisory support on strengthening crisis management frameworks, deposit protection schemes, and financial consumer protection.
- Conduct advanced research on financial development, financial stability, fintech, and regional monetary integration.
- Prepare thematic papers, policy briefs, and analytical presentations to support operations and policy dialogue.
- Contribute to training programs, workshops, and technical assistance activities related to financial sector topics.
- Mentor economists and support institutional learning within the department.
- Support enhancements to methodologies, policy frameworks, and evaluation tools for financial sector risk assessments.
- Ensure quality assurance and methodological rigor in financial sector analysis and policy evaluations.
- Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., Surveillance & Financing, Risk, Investment) to strengthen cross-departmental outputs.
- Represent the organization in regional and international financial sector forums, working groups, and expert meetings.
- Liaise with central banks, supervisory authorities, financial institutions, and international partners to enhance knowledge sharing and policy dialogue.
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Promote analytical work and policy positions across regional financial communities.
Job Qualifications and Requirements
- Knowledge and Experience
- Minimum of 12 years of relevant experience in financial sector analysis, financial stability, banking supervision, or financial regulatory policy.
- Proven expertise in financial system diagnostics, macro-financial linkages, and financial sector development.
- Strong track record of engagement with ministries of finance, central banks, or regulatory agencies on financial sector reforms.
- Experience collaborating with regional or international financial institutions is preferred.
- Education
- Advanced academic degree (Master’s or PhD) in Economics, Finance, Financial Economics, or a related field.
- Certifications
- Professional certifications in financial stability, banking supervision, or risk management (e.g., FRM, CFA, CBFA) are considered an advantage.