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.

The Directorate for Public Governance (GOV) works to help governments at all levels design and implement strategic, evidence-based and innovative policies to strengthen public governance, respond effectively to diverse and disruptive economic, social and environmental challenges and deliver on governments’ commitments to citizens. It supports countries to promote good governance and democracy through more strategic, agile and action-oriented public sectors that improve the functioning of national economies and support growth. It achieves these objectives by working to help governments at all levels design and implement strategic, evidence-based and innovative policies to strengthen public governance, trust in government and democracy, respond effectively to diverse and disruptive economic, social and environmental challenges and deliver on government’s commitments to citizens.

Within GOV, the Governance Indicators and Performance Division (GOV/GIP) develops, gathers and disseminates governance statistics to monitor the performance of governments and to better understand the contribution of governance to development and inclusive societies. The Division is responsible for the publication OECD Government at a Glance, its regional editions, and the OECD Survey on Drivers of Trust in Public Institutions.

GOV/GIP is looking for a motivated Junior Policy Analyst to contribute to the work of the Division by carrying out responsibilities in the area of indicator development, data preparation, visualisation and analysis, and drafting of project reports. The selected candidate will support the Division in the analytical work on the Drivers of Trust in Public Institutions and the measurement of public sector performance. The selected candidate will work under the supervision of the Senior Economist and the Head of Division.

Job Description

Main Responsibilities

Data analysis and drafting

• Manage and analyse complex and large datasets based on individual registers.
• Undertake quantitative analysis (collection, examination and interpretation of numerical data to derive insights and support evidence-based policy decisions).
• Create visual representations of data to communicate complex findings, patterns and trends to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Implement econometric modelling to analyse relationships between economic variables, test hypotheses and make predictions or projections.
• Contribute to the design of survey questions and modules.
• Contribute to the preparation and drafting of policy and research papers, under supervision.
• Assist in dissemination of the different outputs prepared on the basis of the OECD trust dataset.
• Work to develop frameworks and measurement tools on the performance of different areas of the public sector.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of public governance indicators in OECD and non-OECD countries, in the areas of public sector innovation, public service delivery, and others.
• Assist in project planning and delivery, including the preparation and implementation of technical support for OECD and non-OECD governments as well as international entities.

Liaison and communication

• Support in the organisation and implementation of high quality capacity building activities such as seminars and workshops to a variety of audiences (policy analysts and senior public officials) in Member and non-Member countries.
• Help develop and maintain professional contacts and build networks with officials in national administrations, researchers, international organisations and Delegations of Member countries. Contribute to other outputs of the GIP Division as needed.

Qualifications

Ideal Candidate Profile

Academic Background

• An advanced university degree in economics, applied social sciences, statistics, political science, public policy or another relevant field.

Professional Background

• At least two years of relevant professional experience, including experience gained during PhD studies.
• Professional experience in undertaking applied research and analysis. Experience in the area of public governance would be an asset.
• Experience in a national administration or an international organization would be an asset. 
• Good organisational skills and ability to work effectively on the basis of general instructions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively within and across teams.

Tools

• Econometric skills and knowledge of statistical software (Stata, R or equivalent).
• Data visualisation skills and knowledge of data visualisation tools (Tableau, Power BI).
• Microsoft Office Package (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.).

Core Competencies

• OECD staff are expected to demonstrate behaviours aligned to six core competencies which will be assessed as part of this hiring processes: Vision and Strategy (Level 1); Enable People (Level 1); Ethics and Integrity (Level 1); Collaboration and Horizontality (Level 1); Achieve Results (Level 2); Innovate and Embrace Change (Level 2).
• 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 Spanish or other languages would be an asset.

Additional Information

Closing Date

• This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should reach us no later than midnight 17 November 2024 (CEST).

Contract Duration

• 13-month fixed-term appointment, with the possibility of renewal.

What the OECD offers

• Monthly salary starts at 5 044.88 EUR, plus allowances based on eligibility, exempt of French income tax.
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Salary Information

• Please note that the appointment may be made at one grade lower in the specified job family, based on the qualifications and professional experience of the selected applicant.
• Please note that our Rules and Regulations stipulate that the mandatory retirement age is 67.

Selection Process

For retained candidates, written tests/video-recorded interviews are foreseen in December 2024 and panel interviews are planned for January 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.