This role provides strategic leadership in the design, implementation, and evaluation of programmes that strengthen financial sector development, stability, and innovation across the MEFMI region. The Director will work closely with member countries, regulators, and key stakeholders to promote best practices and build sustainable financial systems.

Key Performance Areas

• Lead the development and implementation of financial sector management strategies and programmes.
• Support member countries in strengthening financial regulation, supervision, and innovation.
• Develop and implement training modules focused on emerging technologies such as fintech, blockchain, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity and digital currencies.
• Monitor global trends and regulatory developments in emerging technologies and provide advisory support to regulators.
• Promote regional financial integration and stability.
• Conduct and disseminate research on emerging financial sector issues.
• Prepare an annual work programme in financial sector management for inclusion in the MEFMI prospectus.
• Build strong partnerships with financial regulators and promote knowledge sharing among stakeholders.
• Assist in the selection of candidate fellows, develop a customized training plan (CTP) for fellows, and ensure effective utilisation of the graduate and accredited fellows in capacity building activities in the Financial Sector Management Programme.
• Mobilise resources and ensure stability of financial sector programmes.

Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s degree in Economics, Finance, Banking or Business Administration.
• At least 10 years of progressive experience, of which 5 years at senior-level, in financial sector management, policy, regulation or programme/departmental leadership.
• Specialised training in Financial Technology (FinTech) or Digital Finance is highly desirable.
• Demonstrable understanding of the financial sector management systems.
• Experience in working in a central bank, Ministry of Finance, other Regulatory bodies in the Financial Sector and/or regional/international organisation.
• Proven track record in designing and delivering capacity building programmes

The following will be added advantages:

• A PhD in a relevant area.
• Being a MEFMI Fellow.
• Research and /or capacity building experience.
• Knowledge of the Portuguese language.