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 Public Governance Directorate (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 government’s commitments to citizens.

The Public Sector Integrity Division (PSI), within GOV, helps governments design and implement comprehensive public integrity strategies in alignment with the OECD Recommendation on Public Integrity, the OECD Recommendation on Principles for Transparency and Integrity in Lobbying, and the OECD Recommendation on Guidelines for Managing Conflict-of-Interest in the Public Service. To do so, PSI focuses its work in three areas: (i) anti-corruption efforts, (ii) fraud and corruption internal control, risk management and audit systems, and (iii) strengthening political integrity. PSI develops standards and guiding principles, facilitates policy dialogue, generates comparative country data, and assesses and assists countries’ public integrity systems.

PSI is looking for a Senior Policy Analyst to support the work programme of the Division and carry out the responsibilities below. The individual will report to the Head of the Division.

The position requires regular travel to OECD Member and non-Member countries.

Main Responsibilities

Coordination and management

·       Ensure that the Division’s activities are of high quality, timely, relevant and contribute to the Organisation’s overall programme of  work and strategic priorities.

·        Strengthen interlinkages with the other areas of the good governance agenda.

·       Design and support efforts for increasing the impact on Member and non-Member countries’ public integrity policies.

·     Assist in the Division’s internal management – including the preparation of submissions for the programme of work and budget, and associated implementation reports.

·        Assist in supervising, motivating and contributing to the professional development of staff within the framework of the  employment policy of the Organisation.

·       Develop and manage donor relations and raise funds in support of the Division’s activities.

Drafting, policy recommendations and project management

·       Undertake analytic research and take a lead role in the drafting of analytical reports.

·       Formulate policy recommendations, taking into account best practice in OECD countries.

·       Lead projects providing technical assistance to OECD and non-OECD countries.

Liaison and representation

·       Develop and maintain contacts, at the highest levels, with officials in national administrations, as well as in other international organisations working in this field.

·        Liaise closely with relevant Directorates in the Organisation and participate in relevant multidisciplinary and inter-directorate activities.

·        Represent the Organisation at OECD meetings and external conferences, in informal exchanges with Member countries, and in relations with the media.

Ideal candidate profile

Academic background

·         Advanced university degree in public policy, public administration, accounting, economics, law, or similar. 

Professional background

·         Eight to ten years’ experience dealing with current issues of public governance and an understanding of their

        political implications. Excellent knowledge of contemporary integrity and anti-corruption trends and issues.

·          Substantial experience in a management position, in the public sector of a Member country, preferably in a central agency of government, would be a significant asset.

·           Experience in managing talent, leading, and motivating a multicultural team.

·           Experience in donor management and demonstrated ability to raise funds would be an advantage.

Languages

·           Fluency in one of the two OECD official languages (English and French) and a knowledge of, or a willingness to learn, the other. 

Core competencies

·           For this role, the following competencies would be particularly important: Analytical thinking, Achievement Focus, Flexible thinking, Teamwork, Developing Talent, Strategic networking, Managing Resources and Strategic thinking

·           Please refer to the level 4 indicators of the OECD Core Competencies.

Contract duration

·           12-month fixed term appointment, with the possibility of renewal.

What the OECD offers

·            Monthly base salary starting from 9 567 EUR, plus allowances based on eligibility, exempt of French income tax. 

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Selection process

For retained candidates, written tests/video-recorded interviews are foreseen in July/August and panel interviews are planned for September.

Please note that our Rules and Regulations stipulate that the mandatory retirement age is 65.

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.

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