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 Trade and Agriculture Directorate (TAD) in line with the strategic objectives of the Secretary-General, provides relevant and timely information, analysis and advice in support of governments’ efforts to improve the domestic and international performance of their trade, agriculture, food and fishery policies and to maintain the orderly use of export credits. 

The Trade Policy Division (TPD)’s key objective is to provide evidence-based policy advice in support of the OECD’s role in promoting open markets and a rules-based international trading system in good working order.  Policy themes include (i) sustainable and resilient supply chains, (ii) trade liberalisation, facilitation and digitalization, and (iii) inclusive and sustainable trade, including with regard to workers, gender, indigenous peoples and the environment.  The Division’s work involves a mix of analytical and policy-oriented research, the communication of outputs (for usage, awareness and effect), and engagement with multilateral trade and economic fora such as OECD regional programmes, the WTO, G20, G7 and APEC. Work is conducted in a multicultural environment by a team of highly-qualified and experienced staff.

The Trade Policy Division (TPD) is recruiting one or several Trade Policy Analysts to undertake and contribute to research and analysis on trade and trade-related policy issues, pursuant to the OECD Trade Committee’s Programme of Work and Budget.  They will contribute to the communication of outputs for usage, awareness and effect.  The successful candidate(s)  will work under the supervision of the Head of Trade Policy Division in the Trade and Agriculture Directorate.

Main Responsibilities

Research, analysis and drafting 

·    Contribute to the planning, research and drafting of analytical and conceptual reports to provide economic and policy analysis of trade policy issues of relevance to the OECD Trade Committee.

·       Provide policy guidance as it relates to trade policy issues under assigned areas of responsibility.

·       Provide impact analysis of relevant international trade policy initiatives.

·       Draft papers, maintain databases and respond to technical requests in areas of expertise (e.g. sustainable and resilient supply chains, the development of quantitative indices, the conduct of country-specific policy studies, sutainable and inclusive trade).

Representation and liaison

·       Participate in and provide support to the OECD Trade Committee, its subsidiary bodies, expert meetings, conferences and workshops.

·       Establish and maintain excellent working contacts at operational level with OECD delegations, national authorities and experts, other OECD Directorates and international agencies.

·       Carry out other related duties as assigned.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Academic Background

·       An advanced university degree in economics or a related subject with links to the field of international trade or investment.

Professional Background

·       At least three, preferably five years’ experience in research and policy analysis related to international trade and investment.

·       Proven capacity for sound analytical and policy-orientated work; ability to execute effectively research or project assignments; proven ability to synthesise technical and policy-orientated issues for a policy-minded audience at governmental or intergovernmental level.

·       Demonstrated expertise in the areas of (i) supply chain planning and resilience, (ii) the development of quantitative indices based on qualitative information, (iii) the conduct of country-specific policy studies, or (iv) sustainable and inclusive trade, would be an advantage.

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.

Core Competencies 

·       Please refer to the level 3 indicators of the OECD Core Competencies.

Contract Duration

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

What the OECD offers 

·       Depending on level of experience, monthly salary starts at either 6,672 EUR or 8,232 EUR, plus allowances based on eligibility, exempt of French income tax.

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Please note that the appointment may be made at a lower grade based on the qualifications and professional experience of the selected applicant(s).

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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