Company Description

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.

In line with the strategic objectives of the Secretary-General, the Directorate for Employment, Labour and Social Affairs (ELS) is the focal point for OECD work on building more cohesive and healthier societies through policy advice related to quality jobs, continuous investment in human capital, reduction in poverty and exclusion, better health-care systems, good management of migration flows and the integration of immigrants and their children.

ELS is looking for several Senior Policy Analysts able to work on various projects in the following Divisions: Employability Division, Skills and Future Readiness Division, and Social Policy Division. Successful applicants will work in a dynamic team of economists, policy experts and statisticians to develop policy advice on how to improve the performance of labour markets, employment services, social policy and skills systems. They will work on a number of projects, reflecting country policy interests and the programme of work of the Directorate.

Successful candidates will have a strong background in applying economic concepts to employment, social and skills policies. They will have experience in running complex projects and a proven record at effective project planning, will be able to work independently and in close collaboration with other economists/policy analysts in the relevant Division and across the Directorate. They will be working on one or more key topics, such as:

• Design, implementation and impact evaluation of active labour market policies
• Functioning of public employment services
• Desing and implementation of adult learning policies
• Analysis of adult skills and evolving labour market needs
• Social Policy

Successful candidates will integrate teams within different parts of ELS, and will be supervised by the relevant Head of Division.

Job Description

Main Responsibilities

Management and Co-ordination

• Lead the design and implementation of projects.
• Manage projects and activities, including ensuring timely delivery of quality outputs
• Supervise the work of a multicultural team; set objectives, allocate tasks and set deadlines; monitor progress; provide guidance and advice.
• Communicate policy recommendations and provide support for their implementation.
• Support the Head of Division in the identification of strategic and forward-looking activities and projects aligned with the Organisation strategic priorities.
• Actively support the Head of Division’s fundraising efforts, including through identification of potential donors and engagement with them, drafting of project proposals and strengthening networks.

Research, analysis and drafting:

• Carry out high quality economic and policy analysis in the aforementioned areas, including supporting cross-disciplinary and comparative analysis and the development of policy recommendations, reports, policy briefs and other deliverables.
• Supervise, guide and contribute to the preparation of reports, flagship publications and country reviews, including contributing to the development of data sources and of new comparative indicators, and ensuring high-quality outputs.
• Prepare other high-quality documents, including working papers, policy briefs, policy papers, blogs, seminar proceedings, and policy messages based on research and relevant published material.
• Contribute to the development of practical tools, including policy toolkits to support the implementation of OECD recommendations, and facilitate the sharing and dissemination of information through innovative ways.
• Supervise the development of statistical analysis to explain key differences in outcomes across countries.
• Seek innovative approaches to address policy challenges in the labour market and society.

Co-ordination, representation and liaison:

• Participate, as required, in horizontal and multidisciplinary projects and activities of the relevant Division and the OECD. Liaise with other OECD Directorates and with experts.
• Contribute to the organisation of, and participate in, meetings of national government delegates, as well as experts from the private sector, civil society, global community and academia in connection with the Organisation’s work programme in the above areas.
• Establish new networks and strengthen existing collaboration with policy makers, working parties, delegations and outside experts and international institutions to create synergies and increase the impact of the Directorate’s work.
• Support the external visibility of the Directorate and its products, including through communication activies and by organising, participating and presenting work at high-level meeting, conferences, workshops and webinars, and co-ordinate high-level missions to OECD and non-OECD member countries as needed.
• Stay abreast of policy issues in the area of employment, social and skills policiesand ensure, as appropriate, the Directorate’s involvement in OECD-wide initiatives.
• Provide general support to the activities of the relevant Division as required, including preparation of presentations, speeches and briefings for senior leadership.
• Carry out other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Ideal Candidate Profile

Academic Background:

• An advanced university degree in economics, social policy or other relevant discipline. A PhD would be an asset.

Professional Background:

• A minimum of eight years’ experience carrying out applied research and analysis in the areas of employment, social and skills policies acquired in a national administration, international organisation, university or research centre.
• Excellent understanding of the range of issues that impact labour markets, employment, social and skills systems in various country contexts and experience in working on these issues in different countries.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills applied to employment, skills and social policies.
• Experience in analysing micro administrative data and in designing and implementing pilots and Randomised Controlled Trials would be an asset for some of the positions.

Tools:

• Strong working knowledge of statistical and data analysis software (e.g., R, Python, Stata) would be an asset for work in the Social Policy Division and a requirement for work in the Employability Division and Skills and Future Readiness Division.

Additional Information

Core Competencies:

• OECD staff are expected to demonstrate behaviors aligned to six core competencies which will be assessed as part of this hiring processes: Vision and Strategy (Level 3); Enable People (Level 2); Ethics and Integrity (Level 2); Collaboration and Horizontality (Level 3); Achieve Results (Level 3); Innovate and Embrace Change (Level 3).
• There are three possible levels for each competency. The level for each competency is determined according to the specific needs of each job role and its associated grade.
• To learn more about the definitions for each competency for levels 1-3, please refer to OECD Core Competencies.

Languages:

• Fluency in one of the two OECD official languages (English and French) and knowledge of the other, with a commitment to reach a good working level.
• Knowledge of other languages would be an asset.

Closing Date

• This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should reach us no later than 23h59 03 January 2025 (Paris time).

Contract Duration:

• 13-months fixed term contract, with the possibility of renewal.

What the OECD offers:

• Depending on level of experience, monthly salary starts at 9349 EUR, plus allowances based on eligibility, exempt of French income tax.
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Salary Information:

This position is a PAL 7 grade. Please note that the appointment may be made at a lower grade based on the qualifications and professional experience of the selected applicant.

Selection Process:

For retained candidates, written tests/video-recorded interviews are foreseen in January/February 2025 and panel interviews are planned in February/March 2025.

The OECD is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes the applications of all qualified candidates who are nationals of OECD member countries, irrespective of their racial or ethnic origin, opinions or beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, health or disabilities.

The OECD promotes an optimal use of resources in order to improve its efficiency and effectiveness. Staff members are encouraged to actively contribute to this goal.