Resource Management Officer - GA4
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 Statistics and Data Directorate (SDD) (www.oecd.org/sdd) provides statistics and data on a comparable basis and from a variety of sources to analysts, policy makers and members of civil society. SDD also develops new metrics and innovative digital tools to address emerging policy issues, leads the development of international statistical standards, advances statistical methodology and co-ordinates statistical and data-related activities within the Organisation and with other international organisations. The Directorate currently employs more than 90 staff members who support statistical work across a broad range of policy areas.
SDD is looking for a Resource Management Officer with strong organisational and interpersonal skills to take responsibility for a wide range of human resource and administrative tasks in collaboration with SDD staff members, managers, and EXD staff. The selected person will work in close collaboration with the Resource Management Unit team, and will report directly to the Senior Resource Management Advisor (RMA).
Job Description
Main Responsibilities
Human Resources Support
Administer all stages of the recruitment processes and related actions for all categories of staff, while liaising with Human Resources Management (HRM) and providing hiring teams with guidance on process and best practices. Provide regular reporting to the RMU team on the status of current recruitment processes.
Organise the welcoming and onboarding / orientation of new staff and serve as the primary contact point for HR-related questions for new hires. Update welcome and integration materials as needed.
Carry out staff-related actions (contract extensions, confirmation of probationary periods, etc.), run monthly reports on staff actions required, and signal any actions requiring immediate attention to the Senior RMA. Ensure timely follow-up on HR actions.
Assist with the co-ordination of SDD’s performance management exercise, providing assistance and advice to staff and ensuring that corporate deadlines are respected.
As the main point of contact in SDD for HR systems, actively participate in all training offered by HRM, and quickly develop expertise in any new tools or functionalities that are rolled out. Provide guidance and training to staff on the use of these systems.
Financial and Administrative Support
Provide back-up and assistance to the Senior RMA on tasks related to budget management. This includes advising on the preparation of missions and other financial commitments, checking the validity of supporting documentation and compliance with OECD’s financial policies and practices, and giving final electronic approval in the relevant systems.
Monitor non-staff expenditure, including quota, and ensure that expense claims and payments are done on time.
Assist in the annual closing of the accounts and opening of the following year’s accounts.
Ensure compliance with OECD's financial regulations, instructions, procedures, policies, and practices, using the corporate financial and administrative processes, systems, and tools. Review and update Directorate-specific guidance, rules and procedures, as necessary.
Maintain appropriate records in relation to the tasks above in accordance with the established filing systems.
Event management, liaison and well-being
As needed, provide support for the organization of large events, including budget management and coordination of event logistics.
Actively liaise and collaborate with the RMA Community, participating in relevant working groups and pilots.
Contribute to directorate-wide initiatives to improve team spirit and well-being.
Qualifications
Ideal Candidate Profile
Academic Background
Secondary, preferably post-secondary level of education and relevant experience in human resources and financial management.
Professional Background/Skills
Significant experience in a similar administrative role with responsibilities related to human resource and financial management, preferably in an international organisation.
Good knowledge and understanding of the Organisation’s human resources management procedures, policies and practices or those of another international organisation would be an advantage. Good knowledge of the Organisation’s financial rules and procedures would be an advantage.
Tools
Proficiency in HR management systems (for example, SmartRecruiters, Maki, Javelo, SAP HCM) and knowledge of financial systems (for example, SAP ERP applications) would be an advantage.
Very good knowledge of and experience in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and Teams.
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 2); Ethics and Integrity (Level 1); Collaboration and Horizontality (Level 1); Achieve Results (Level 1); Innovate and Embrace Change (Level 1).
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.
Additional Information
Closing Date
• This vacancy should be filled as soon as possible, and applications should reach us no later than midnight 9 December (Paris time).
Contract Duration
Open-ended appointment, with no foreseen end date.
What the OECD offers
Monthly salary starts at 4 422.72 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 tests and panel interviews are planned for January/February 2026.
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 Statistics and Data Directorate (SDD) (www.oecd.org/sdd) provides statistics and data on a comparable basis and from a variety of sources to analysts, policy makers and members of civil society. SDD also develops new metrics and innovative digital tools to address emerging policy issues, leads the development of international statistical standards, advances statistical methodology and co-ordinates statistical and data-related activities within the Organisation and with other international organisations. The Directorate currently employs more than 90 staff members who support statistical work across a broad range of policy areas.
SDD is looking for a Resource Management Officer with strong organisational and interpersonal skills to take responsibility for a wide range of human resource and administrative tasks in collaboration with SDD staff members, managers, and EXD staff. The selected person will work in close collaboration with the Resource Management Unit team, and will report directly to the Senior Resource Management Advisor (RMA).
Job Description
Main Responsibilities
Human Resources Support
Administer all stages of the recruitment processes and related actions for all categories of staff, while liaising with Human Resources Management (HRM) and providing hiring teams with guidance on process and best practices. Provide regular reporting to the RMU team on the status of current recruitment processes.
Organise the welcoming and onboarding / orientation of new staff and serve as the primary contact point for HR-related questions for new hires. Update welcome and integration materials as needed.
Carry out staff-related actions (contract extensions, confirmation of probationary periods, etc.), run monthly reports on staff actions required, and signal any actions requiring immediate attention to the Senior RMA. Ensure timely follow-up on HR actions.
Assist with the co-ordination of SDD’s performance management exercise, providing assistance and advice to staff and ensuring that corporate deadlines are respected.
As the main point of contact in SDD for HR systems, actively participate in all training offered by HRM, and quickly develop expertise in any new tools or functionalities that are rolled out. Provide guidance and training to staff on the use of these systems.
Financial and Administrative Support
Provide back-up and assistance to the Senior RMA on tasks related to budget management. This includes advising on the preparation of missions and other financial commitments, checking the validity of supporting documentation and compliance with OECD’s financial policies and practices, and giving final electronic approval in the relevant systems.
Monitor non-staff expenditure, including quota, and ensure that expense claims and payments are done on time.
Assist in the annual closing of the accounts and opening of the following year’s accounts.
Ensure compliance with OECD's financial regulations, instructions, procedures, policies, and practices, using the corporate financial and administrative processes, systems, and tools. Review and update Directorate-specific guidance, rules and procedures, as necessary.
Maintain appropriate records in relation to the tasks above in accordance with the established filing systems.
Event management, liaison and well-being
As needed, provide support for the organization of large events, including budget management and coordination of event logistics.
Actively liaise and collaborate with the RMA Community, participating in relevant working groups and pilots.
Contribute to directorate-wide initiatives to improve team spirit and well-being.
Qualifications
Ideal Candidate Profile
Academic Background
Secondary, preferably post-secondary level of education and relevant experience in human resources and financial management.
Professional Background/Skills
Significant experience in a similar administrative role with responsibilities related to human resource and financial management, preferably in an international organisation.
Good knowledge and understanding of the Organisation’s human resources management procedures, policies and practices or those of another international organisation would be an advantage. Good knowledge of the Organisation’s financial rules and procedures would be an advantage.
Tools
Proficiency in HR management systems (for example, SmartRecruiters, Maki, Javelo, SAP HCM) and knowledge of financial systems (for example, SAP ERP applications) would be an advantage.
Very good knowledge of and experience in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and Teams.
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 2); Ethics and Integrity (Level 1); Collaboration and Horizontality (Level 1); Achieve Results (Level 1); Innovate and Embrace Change (Level 1).
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.
Additional Information
Closing Date
• This vacancy should be filled as soon as possible, and applications should reach us no later than midnight 9 December (Paris time).
Contract Duration
Open-ended appointment, with no foreseen end date.
What the OECD offers
Monthly salary starts at 4 422.72 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 tests and panel interviews are planned for January/February 2026.
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.