The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced a vacancy for the position of Director-General at the West African Monetary Agency (WAMA), an autonomous and specialized agency of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). The role is based in Freetown, Sierra Leone, and is open to qualified candidates from the 15 ECOWAS member countries.
Job Details and Requirements
The CBN has emphasized that the ideal candidate for this prestigious role must possess a strong background in economics or finance. The position requires a minimum of a five-year post-secondary degree in the relevant field and at least 20 years of professional experience in a multilateral institution, public organization, central bank, regional economic organization, or academic institution. Additionally, applicants must have held senior management positions for at least ten years.
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Key qualifications and skills include:
- Fluency in either English or French
- Thorough knowledge of macroeconomic and monetary issues, including regional integration, exchange rates, and monetary policies
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to build consensus and achieve results in complex situations
- Ability to work effectively with multilateral institutions such as central banks, the African Development Bank (AfDB), the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the World Bank, and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa
- Excellent aptitude for managing a multicultural team.
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The position is for a four-year term, renewable once. The Director-General will be responsible for overseeing the agency’s day-to-day operations and ensuring the implementation of activities aligned with the strategic orientations defined by the Committee of Governors of ECOWAS Central Banks.
Application Process
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting a cover letter addressed to the Chairman of the Committee of Governors of ECOWAS Central Banks, a detailed curriculum vitae, copies of diplomas obtained, and copies of work certificates. All documents can be submitted in either French or English.
Applications must be sent before August 19, 2024, to the following addresses:
Conclusion
This vacancy presents an exciting opportunity for experienced professionals within the ECOWAS region to contribute to regional economic integration and monetary policy. The CBN urges qualified candidates to apply and take part in shaping the future of West Africa’s monetary landscape.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
- What is WAMA? WAMA stands for the West African Monetary Agency, an autonomous agency under ECOWAS responsible for monetary policy coordination among member states.
- Who can apply for the Director-General position? Qualified candidates from any of the 15 ECOWAS member countries, with at least 20 years of relevant experience and fluency in English or French, can apply.
- Where is the job located? The Director-General position is based in Freetown, Sierra Leone.
- What is the deadline for submitting applications? Applications must be submitted by August 19, 2024.
- What documents are required for the application? Applicants need to submit a cover letter, detailed curriculum vitae, copies of diplomas, and work certificates
