Policy Analyst - PAL5
OECD
Full-time
On-site
Paris Île-de-France France
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. We provide a forum for policy dialogue and exchange, common standards and principles, comparative international data and analysis to support innovation and reform across the OECD. GOV 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 Anti-corruption and Integrity in Government Division (ACIG) 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, ACIG focuses its work in three areas: (i) anti-corruption efforts, (ii) corruption and fraud risk management, internal control and audit, and (iii) strengthening political integrity. ACIG develops standards and guiding principles, facilitates policy dialogue, generates comparative country data, and assesses and assists countries’ public integrity systems.
GOV/ACIG is looking for a Policy Analyst to support the work programme of the Division and carry out the responsibilities below. The individual will report to the Tech and Analytics Team Lead.
Job Description
Research, analysis and drafting
Deliver high-quality technical analysis for ACIG's current initiatives related to the use of technology and data, providing ongoing support in conducting research and analysis to support integrity in government including but not limited to anti-corruption and integrity activities, internal and external audit, lobbying, assets, and interest declarations.
Develop tailored policy assessments and recommendations, taking into account country context, good practices and comparative evidence from OECD member and non-member countries.
Develop prototypes and tools including writing and verifying code for later implementation by beneficiary institutions.
Develop practical materials, tools and guidance that governments can use for strengthening their strategies, policies and practices.
Contribute to drafting reports, presentations and articles aimed at both technical and non-technical audiences.
Portfolio and project management
Support the implementation of project plans and organisation of fact-finding missions.
Liaise with country contact points to ensure due completion of data collection and validation processes.
Organise and deliver capacity-building activities, such as workshops and seminars, virtually and in-person.
Manage external consultants to support the delivery of projects, as needed, ensuring high-quality deliverables at all stages of a project.
Liaison, representation and dissemination
Plan and deliver capacity building activities to internal and external audiences to disseminate the knowledge and results of projects and research activities.
Support activities related to the Tech and Analytics Community of Practice.
Participate in fact-finding or other missions to Member countries and non-Member economies, as required.
Support the planning and implementation of the Division's Programme of Work, including contributing to preparations for the autumn meeting of the Working Party of Public Integrity and Anti-Corruption Officials (PIAC).
Qualifications
Academic Background
Advanced university degree or equivalent qualification in data science, actuarial science, econometrics, mathematics, statistics, public policy, public administration or an equivalent diploma in a related field.
Professional Background
At least five years of experience working in the area of data, analytics or technology.
Demonstrated experience using one or more programming languages or data analytics software (Python, R, Stata, etc.) is required.
Experience in delivering high-quality research, technical or policy analysis, including the drafting of report and technical documentation.
Experience developing and leading projects in areas of automation, artificial intelligence or analytics solutions.
Experience evaluating IT infrastructure, technical solutions and data processing would be an advantage.
Experience working in public governance, anti-corruption, anti-fraud, or audit, or an integrity setting would be an advantage (e.g. assessing integrity risks, informing audit and corruption prevention activities etc).
Proven track record in presenting highly technical subjects in writing as well as orally to upper management, high-level public officials or a non-expert audience in a compelling manner.
Proven track record in project management and multi-tasking in complex high-stakes environments.
Core Competencies
OECD staff are expected to demonstrate behaviours aligned to six core competencies which will be assessed as part of this hiring process: Vision and Strategy (Level 2); Enable People (Level 1); Ethics and Integrity (Level 2); Collaboration and Horizontality (Level 2); 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 a knowledge of, or a willingness to learn, the other.
Knowledge of 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 23 September 2025 ( Paris time CEST).
Contract Duration
This vacancy may be used to fill multiple positions.
The appointment type (Fixed-Term or Open Ended) will be determined based on the needs of the Directorate and will be confirmed when an offer of employment is made to the selected candidate.
What the OECD offers
Monthly salary starts at 6,852.20 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.
Salary Information
This position is graded PAL5.
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.
The OECD Rules and Regulations stipulate that the mandatory retirement age is 67.
Selection process
For retained candidates, written tests and video interviews are foreseen at the end of September/beginning of October 2025, and panel interviews are planned in October 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.
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. We provide a forum for policy dialogue and exchange, common standards and principles, comparative international data and analysis to support innovation and reform across the OECD. GOV 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 Anti-corruption and Integrity in Government Division (ACIG) 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, ACIG focuses its work in three areas: (i) anti-corruption efforts, (ii) corruption and fraud risk management, internal control and audit, and (iii) strengthening political integrity. ACIG develops standards and guiding principles, facilitates policy dialogue, generates comparative country data, and assesses and assists countries’ public integrity systems.
GOV/ACIG is looking for a Policy Analyst to support the work programme of the Division and carry out the responsibilities below. The individual will report to the Tech and Analytics Team Lead.
Job Description
Research, analysis and drafting
Deliver high-quality technical analysis for ACIG's current initiatives related to the use of technology and data, providing ongoing support in conducting research and analysis to support integrity in government including but not limited to anti-corruption and integrity activities, internal and external audit, lobbying, assets, and interest declarations.
Develop tailored policy assessments and recommendations, taking into account country context, good practices and comparative evidence from OECD member and non-member countries.
Develop prototypes and tools including writing and verifying code for later implementation by beneficiary institutions.
Develop practical materials, tools and guidance that governments can use for strengthening their strategies, policies and practices.
Contribute to drafting reports, presentations and articles aimed at both technical and non-technical audiences.
Portfolio and project management
Support the implementation of project plans and organisation of fact-finding missions.
Liaise with country contact points to ensure due completion of data collection and validation processes.
Organise and deliver capacity-building activities, such as workshops and seminars, virtually and in-person.
Manage external consultants to support the delivery of projects, as needed, ensuring high-quality deliverables at all stages of a project.
Liaison, representation and dissemination
Plan and deliver capacity building activities to internal and external audiences to disseminate the knowledge and results of projects and research activities.
Support activities related to the Tech and Analytics Community of Practice.
Participate in fact-finding or other missions to Member countries and non-Member economies, as required.
Support the planning and implementation of the Division's Programme of Work, including contributing to preparations for the autumn meeting of the Working Party of Public Integrity and Anti-Corruption Officials (PIAC).
Qualifications
Academic Background
Advanced university degree or equivalent qualification in data science, actuarial science, econometrics, mathematics, statistics, public policy, public administration or an equivalent diploma in a related field.
Professional Background
At least five years of experience working in the area of data, analytics or technology.
Demonstrated experience using one or more programming languages or data analytics software (Python, R, Stata, etc.) is required.
Experience in delivering high-quality research, technical or policy analysis, including the drafting of report and technical documentation.
Experience developing and leading projects in areas of automation, artificial intelligence or analytics solutions.
Experience evaluating IT infrastructure, technical solutions and data processing would be an advantage.
Experience working in public governance, anti-corruption, anti-fraud, or audit, or an integrity setting would be an advantage (e.g. assessing integrity risks, informing audit and corruption prevention activities etc).
Proven track record in presenting highly technical subjects in writing as well as orally to upper management, high-level public officials or a non-expert audience in a compelling manner.
Proven track record in project management and multi-tasking in complex high-stakes environments.
Core Competencies
OECD staff are expected to demonstrate behaviours aligned to six core competencies which will be assessed as part of this hiring process: Vision and Strategy (Level 2); Enable People (Level 1); Ethics and Integrity (Level 2); Collaboration and Horizontality (Level 2); 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 a knowledge of, or a willingness to learn, the other.
Knowledge of 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 23 September 2025 ( Paris time CEST).
Contract Duration
This vacancy may be used to fill multiple positions.
The appointment type (Fixed-Term or Open Ended) will be determined based on the needs of the Directorate and will be confirmed when an offer of employment is made to the selected candidate.
What the OECD offers
Monthly salary starts at 6,852.20 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.
Salary Information
This position is graded PAL5.
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.
The OECD Rules and Regulations stipulate that the mandatory retirement age is 67.
Selection process
For retained candidates, written tests and video interviews are foreseen at the end of September/beginning of October 2025, and panel interviews are planned in October 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.