The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) is an international organisation comprised of 38 member countries that works to build better policies for better lives. Our mission is to promote policies that will improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world. Together with governments, policy makers and citizens, we work on establishing evidence-based international standards, and finding solutions to a range of social, economic and environmental challenges. From improving economic performance and creating jobs to fostering strong education and fighting international tax evasion, we provide a unique forum and knowledge hub for data and analysis, exchange of experiences, best-practice sharing, and advice on public policies and international standard-setting.
The OECD Centre for Skills (SKC) supports countries in the development of skills policies to support the acquisition and use of skills by individuals to improve their employability and social outcomes, strengthen their capacity to adapt to rapidly changing economies and societies, and ensure sustainable and equitable growth and social progress.
Within the OECD Centre for Skills, the Vocational Education and Training (VET) team contributes to building a better understanding of how VET systems are designed and implemented around the world and how they can best contribute to developing relevant skills for young people and adult learners. The team carries cross-country data and policy analysis on topics such as VET teachers, work-based learning, and the role of VET in the green transition; and works directly with countries to provide recommendations and support for strengthening their VET systems.
Role
The Young Associate will work under the supervision of the head of the VET team and in collaboration with the policy analysts in the team. The Young Associate will contribute to cross-country work and country VET projects. The Young Associate will be exposed to the broader work of the OECD Centre for Skills, including through contributions to joint activities with other teams.
Main Responsibilities
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Contract Duration
Two-year fixed term appointment
Starting Date
September 2025
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