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How to Apply

All applications for employment to the IMF must now be made via the Online Application Form.

If you cannot access the online application form: The IMF will only accept a curriculum vitae if it is in response to a specific vacancy announcement and if you cannot access the online application form. When submitting your CV, be sure to include the vacancy announcement number—only CVs for advertised positions will be accepted. Please check periodically for postings of future vacancy announcements. Thank you.

Before completing an application to the IMF: Have you read the qualifications and requirements for the job category or the advertised position in which you are interested?

All applicants must meet the minimum requirements of the advertised position or of the job category.

You should be aware of the following additional general requirements:

Languages: Fluency in English is required, and it is advantageous to be proficient in one or more other languages commonly used in the IMF.

Computer Skills: Good computer, spreadsheet and quantitative skills are required.

Personal qualities: Good communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as are diplomacy, tact, and ability to work well in a team.

Medical Clearance: Offers of appointment are contingent upon IMF clearance of a completed medical declaration form submitted by the candidate.

Completing the application:

If you consider you are qualified, proceed to the IMF's Online Application Form

When submitting your application, make sure to select the specific reference number of the position and how you heard about the vacancy. Please indicate whether you have a relative working at the IMF.

When applying:

  • Please follow the instructions on the opening page of the electronic application
  • answer all questions completely

Further tips on how to complete the form can be found in the FAQ section of this website.

You may use the Online Application Form to apply to up to two positions, but please do not send multiple applications.

We receive a large volume of inquiries and applications, and we therefore can only follow up on those that are of interest to the IMF.