Financial Specialist (Financial Digitalization and Payment Systems) (International position)

The ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) is seeking a qualified and motivated Financial Specialist specializing in financial digitalization and payment systems to join its Financial Surveillance Group.

The Financial Surveillance Group is responsible for assessing vulnerabilities and risks in the financial systems across the ASEAN+3 region, with the objective of enhancing regional financial stability. A key output of the Group is the flagship ASEAN+3 Financial Stability Report (AFSR), which is published annually and provides in-depth analysis of financial system developments and systemic risks in the region.

The successful candidate will bring in expertise in financial digitalization, tokenization, digital financial integration and/or payment systems. The role requires strong analytical and research capabilities, as well as the ability to translate complex developments into clear, policy-relevant insights. The candidate should also possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and engage with a wide range of stakeholders.

Job Responsibilities:

The Financial Specialist will contribute to AMRO’s work on financial digitalization, tokenization and/or payment systems, alongside core activities of financial surveillance. Key responsibilities include:

• Conduct surveillance and risk monitoring of financial systems, with a focus on trends in financial digitalization, tokenization, digital financial integration, and cross-border payment systems, and identify emerging vulnerabilities and risks.
• Analyze the impact of related regulatory framework, market developments and industry shifts due to digitalization on systemic stability.
• Provide actionable insights and policy recommendations to policymakers, with emphasis on encouraging and regulating innovation, and managing risks.
• Prepare and contribute to the ASEAN+3 Financial Stability Report (AFSR) and other financial surveillance outputs.
• Contribute to AMRO’s financial surveillance of member economies/region by participating in country missions, drafting reports, and capacity-building activities.
• Undertake research and analysis on financial sector developments, including data collection, compilation, and quantitative and qualitative analysis, and prepare related reports and publications.
• Assist the Group Head in the planning and implementation of the group’s work plan in support of AMRO’s overall goals, ensuring efficiency, relevance and impact of AMRO’s surveillance work.
• Contribute to broader institutional and operational initiatives in support of AMRO’s mandate.

The candidate should possess:

• A PhD or Master’s degree in Economics, Finance, or a related field from a reputable university.
• 7-10 years of relevant professional experience in the development of financial systems (including financial markets, financial institutions, or payment systems), financial stability risk assessments, and/or financial surveillance.
• Working experience with central banks, prudential supervisory/regulatory bodies, and/or international organizations (such as IMF/World Bank/BIS/FSB) would be a significant advantage. Familiarity with ASEAN+3 economies would be highly desirable.
• A deep understanding of, and strong analytical skills in, at least one of the following areas: financial digitalization, digital financial innovations, tokenization, digital financial platforms and payment systems.
• Ability to work with large datasets, as well as familiarity with stress testing models and scenario analysis, will be an added advantage.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to present complex financial issues in a clear, concise, and policy-relevant manner to diverse stakeholders.
• Strong motivation and initiative, with a results-oriented mindset and a high degree of accountability for the accuracy and quality of data, analysis, and information.
• High proficiency in written and spoken English.

Applicants should submit the following to complete the job application:

• An updated CV.
• A cover letter highlighting your motivation for applying and why you think you are a good fit for this position.

The application deadline is 29 May 2026. If you have any questions, please contact AMRO Recruitment at [email protected]. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email.