Counsellor
OECD
Full-time
On-site
Paris Île-de-France France
Company Description
THE OECD – Who we are, what we do
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 EXECUTIVE DIRECTORATE (EXD)
The Executive Directorate (EXD) is the steward of OECD resources, on behalf of the Secretary-General. Our focus is on people and their wellbeing; the effective and efficient management of the budget; the safety and security of staff, Delegations, visitors, and of the OECD’s data; maintaining and sustaining physical and digital infrastructure; and enabling the convening power of the OECD through conferences, meetings and events, whether virtual, physical or hybrid. As well as providing corporate services, functions and management support to our staff and Members, we provide integrated, strategic and expert advice on corporate policies and management issues to the Secretary-General, to Council and to Standing Committees, to which we regularly report on corporate matters. We also provide risk management functions (for management areas under our purview). Ours is a fast-paced environment focused on delivering management excellence across all our functions.
THE CONFERENCE, SECURITY AND INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICE (EXD/CSI)
Within the OECD's Executive Directorate (EXD), the Conference, Security and Infrastructure Service (EXD/CSI) is responsible for facilitating conferences that bring together delegates from our 38 Member countries, key partners and other stakeholders. In addition, EXD/CSI is responsible for language services (interpretation and translation), safety and fire security of OECD staff, delegates and visitors, and the management and operation of OECD buildings in Paris and OECD Centres abroad.
THE POSITION
The Counsellor will report to the Head of Service and work closely with the EXD/CSI leadership team and the Director’s Office of EXD. This role will co-ordinate, on behalf of the Head of Service, the development and implementation of strategic objectives, key corporate projects and any other initiatives, such as the future workplace plan, the rationalisation of service catalogues, cost structures and pricing. Working in an exciting, fast-paced, high-pressured environment, in a multicultural, dynamic and supportive team, this role will ensure the timely delivery of outputs by managing resources, engaging and liaising with key stakeholders, contributing to and co-ordinating inputs, as well as making recommendations to the Head and Deputy Head of Service and adjustments as needed. This role will contribute visibly to the alignment of EXD/CSI’s work to the overall objectives of EXD and the Organisation.
Job Description
Main Responsibilities
Advice and co-ordination
Co-ordinate the regular work of the Service, its projects and key initiatives by providing timely strategic advice, input and analysis, monitoring client expectations and future needs, facilitating co-operation and information sharing and making recommendations for continuous improvement.
Contribute to, and co-ordinate the development, implementation and oversight of other corporate and horizontal projects and initiatives as necessary, ensuring their alignment with EXD strategic objectives and advising on feasibility, impact on resources and expected returns and outputs, while taking account of the Organisation’s management control frameworks.
Liaison and communication
Prepare, co-ordinate, and quality-check briefing notes, talking points, and other documents for the Executive Director, the Secretary-General, and Standing Committees in a high-pace environment requiring a hands-on approach.
Lead and coordinate the drafting of EXD/CSI inputs for key reporting documents, including the EXD Committee Progress Report and the Annual Management Report.
Represent EXD/CSI in the Executive Directorate and cross-directorate meetings, as required.
Supervise EXD/CSI’s communications activities and collaborate closely with colleagues across EXD to ensure messages are clear, timely, consistent, and tailored to their audiences.
Leadership Support and Office Management
Support the effective functioning of the Head of Service’s team, providing guidance on effective working methods, good communication and creating a positive working environment.
Contribute to the day-to-day work of the Head of Service’s office in planning and distributing assignments, ensuring quality outputs and meeting key deadlines.
Qualifications
Ideal Candidate Profile
Academic Background
An advanced university degree in business administration, international affairs, politics, information systems or other related discipline.
Professional Background
At least five years of relevant professional experience in an international context.
Proven experience in communications, team management/co-ordination and corporate/organisational engagement, and proven capacity to prioritise and coordinate resources effectively.
An understanding of the governance and operations frameworks of the OECD as well as a solid understanding of governance in international organisations and the public sector more broadly.
Proven experience delivering effective outcomes under tight deadlines.
Tools
Proficiency in the use of standard software applications (MS Office).
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 3); Enable People (Level 2); Ethics and Integrity (Level 2); Collaboration and Horizontality (Level 3); Achieve Results (Level 3); Innovate and Embrace Change (Level 2).
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 reaching a good working level.
Knowledge of other OECD member languages would be an asset
Additional Information
Closing Date
This vacancy should be filled as soon as possible, and applications should reach us no later than midnight 2 November 2025 (Paris time).
Contract Duration
Open-ended appointment, with no foreseen end date.
What the OECD offers
Depending on level of experience, monthly salary starts at 9,235 EUR, plus allowances based on eligibility, exempt of French income tax.
Click here to consult the Staff Regulations applicable to officials of the OECD. Please note that from 1 July 2025, all Official appointments will be made under the OECD’s new contractual modalities.
Click here to learn more about what we offer and why the OECD is a great place to work.
Click here to browse our People Management Guidebook and learn more about all aspects relating to people at the OECD, our workplace environment and many other policies supporting staff in their daily life.
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.
This vacancy may be used to create a pool of candidates for comparable positions, both for open-ended and fixed-term functions.
Selection Process
For retained candidates, the selection process may include a video-recorded interview, job-based assessment and panel interviews.
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 to improve its efficiency and effectiveness. Staff members are encouraged to actively contribute to this goal.
THE OECD – Who we are, what we do
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 EXECUTIVE DIRECTORATE (EXD)
The Executive Directorate (EXD) is the steward of OECD resources, on behalf of the Secretary-General. Our focus is on people and their wellbeing; the effective and efficient management of the budget; the safety and security of staff, Delegations, visitors, and of the OECD’s data; maintaining and sustaining physical and digital infrastructure; and enabling the convening power of the OECD through conferences, meetings and events, whether virtual, physical or hybrid. As well as providing corporate services, functions and management support to our staff and Members, we provide integrated, strategic and expert advice on corporate policies and management issues to the Secretary-General, to Council and to Standing Committees, to which we regularly report on corporate matters. We also provide risk management functions (for management areas under our purview). Ours is a fast-paced environment focused on delivering management excellence across all our functions.
THE CONFERENCE, SECURITY AND INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICE (EXD/CSI)
Within the OECD's Executive Directorate (EXD), the Conference, Security and Infrastructure Service (EXD/CSI) is responsible for facilitating conferences that bring together delegates from our 38 Member countries, key partners and other stakeholders. In addition, EXD/CSI is responsible for language services (interpretation and translation), safety and fire security of OECD staff, delegates and visitors, and the management and operation of OECD buildings in Paris and OECD Centres abroad.
THE POSITION
The Counsellor will report to the Head of Service and work closely with the EXD/CSI leadership team and the Director’s Office of EXD. This role will co-ordinate, on behalf of the Head of Service, the development and implementation of strategic objectives, key corporate projects and any other initiatives, such as the future workplace plan, the rationalisation of service catalogues, cost structures and pricing. Working in an exciting, fast-paced, high-pressured environment, in a multicultural, dynamic and supportive team, this role will ensure the timely delivery of outputs by managing resources, engaging and liaising with key stakeholders, contributing to and co-ordinating inputs, as well as making recommendations to the Head and Deputy Head of Service and adjustments as needed. This role will contribute visibly to the alignment of EXD/CSI’s work to the overall objectives of EXD and the Organisation.
Job Description
Main Responsibilities
Advice and co-ordination
Co-ordinate the regular work of the Service, its projects and key initiatives by providing timely strategic advice, input and analysis, monitoring client expectations and future needs, facilitating co-operation and information sharing and making recommendations for continuous improvement.
Contribute to, and co-ordinate the development, implementation and oversight of other corporate and horizontal projects and initiatives as necessary, ensuring their alignment with EXD strategic objectives and advising on feasibility, impact on resources and expected returns and outputs, while taking account of the Organisation’s management control frameworks.
Liaison and communication
Prepare, co-ordinate, and quality-check briefing notes, talking points, and other documents for the Executive Director, the Secretary-General, and Standing Committees in a high-pace environment requiring a hands-on approach.
Lead and coordinate the drafting of EXD/CSI inputs for key reporting documents, including the EXD Committee Progress Report and the Annual Management Report.
Represent EXD/CSI in the Executive Directorate and cross-directorate meetings, as required.
Supervise EXD/CSI’s communications activities and collaborate closely with colleagues across EXD to ensure messages are clear, timely, consistent, and tailored to their audiences.
Leadership Support and Office Management
Support the effective functioning of the Head of Service’s team, providing guidance on effective working methods, good communication and creating a positive working environment.
Contribute to the day-to-day work of the Head of Service’s office in planning and distributing assignments, ensuring quality outputs and meeting key deadlines.
Qualifications
Ideal Candidate Profile
Academic Background
An advanced university degree in business administration, international affairs, politics, information systems or other related discipline.
Professional Background
At least five years of relevant professional experience in an international context.
Proven experience in communications, team management/co-ordination and corporate/organisational engagement, and proven capacity to prioritise and coordinate resources effectively.
An understanding of the governance and operations frameworks of the OECD as well as a solid understanding of governance in international organisations and the public sector more broadly.
Proven experience delivering effective outcomes under tight deadlines.
Tools
Proficiency in the use of standard software applications (MS Office).
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 3); Enable People (Level 2); Ethics and Integrity (Level 2); Collaboration and Horizontality (Level 3); Achieve Results (Level 3); Innovate and Embrace Change (Level 2).
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 reaching a good working level.
Knowledge of other OECD member languages would be an asset
Additional Information
Closing Date
This vacancy should be filled as soon as possible, and applications should reach us no later than midnight 2 November 2025 (Paris time).
Contract Duration
Open-ended appointment, with no foreseen end date.
What the OECD offers
Depending on level of experience, monthly salary starts at 9,235 EUR, plus allowances based on eligibility, exempt of French income tax.
Click here to consult the Staff Regulations applicable to officials of the OECD. Please note that from 1 July 2025, all Official appointments will be made under the OECD’s new contractual modalities.
Click here to learn more about what we offer and why the OECD is a great place to work.
Click here to browse our People Management Guidebook and learn more about all aspects relating to people at the OECD, our workplace environment and many other policies supporting staff in their daily life.
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.
This vacancy may be used to create a pool of candidates for comparable positions, both for open-ended and fixed-term functions.
Selection Process
For retained candidates, the selection process may include a video-recorded interview, job-based assessment and panel interviews.
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 to improve its efficiency and effectiveness. Staff members are encouraged to actively contribute to this goal.