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 SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION DIRECTORATE
The Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) Directorate, in line with the strategic objectives of the Secretary-General, helps OECD member countries and other key economies build an environment conducive to translating science, technology and knowledge into innovation in order to create economic and social value added.
The Structural and Industry Policy (SIP) Division within STI oversees work on shipbuilding and steel industries carried out for the Shipbuilding Committee and the Steel Committee. SIP also facilitates the Global Forum on Steel Excess Capacity, a G20 initiative promoting information sharing and cooperative policy implementation to address global steel sector capacity issues. The SIP Division also includes a Climate Club (CC) Secretariat unit. The Climate Club is an open, inclusive and ambitious high-level forum that drives industrial decarbonization. The Secretariat of the Climate Club is jointly hosted by the OECD and the International Energy Agency (IEA).
THE POSITION
STI/SIP is looking for recruiting one or more Junior Policy Analyst(s) to contribute to the work on shipbuilding, steel and/or industrial decarbonization. The selected person(s) will work under the supervision of the Head of the Steel or Shipbuilding Unit or the Head of the SIP Division.
Job Description
Main Responsibilities
Research, analysis and drafting
Contribute to reports covering various trends in the global steel or shipbuilding sector and/or regarding industrial decarbonisation.
Participate in the analysis of policy trends – across various areas including competition, subsidies and other government supports, and trade - affecting the steel and/or shipbuilding sector as well as industrial decarbonisation and to draft policy recommendations.
Draft policy documents and analytical reports as required in the Steel Committee’s or Shipbuilding Committee’s Programme of Work and Budget, the Global Forum on Steel Excess Capacity and/or the Climate Club Work Programme.
Meeting, representation and liaison
Participate in the planning and co-ordination of activities associated with the different areas of work, including meetings/workshops in the context of the OECD Steel and Shipbuilding Committee, the Global Forum on Steel Excess Capacity and the execution of the Climate Club Work Programme.
Present the work at the OECD Steel or Shipbuilding Committee, the Global Forum on Steel Excess Capacity, Climate Club meetings and other relevant meetings and workshops.
Assist with the preparation and organisation of OECD meetings, workshops and other events.
Establish and maintain professional contacts with government delegates and key external organisations.
Keep abreast of relevant policy developments and discussions in member economies and participate in missions as required.
Qualifications
Ideal Candidate Profile
Academic Background
An advanced university degree in economics, international relations, engineering, sciences, or a related subject.
Professional Background
A minimum two years' experience in applied economic and/or policy analysis, preferably within a context relevant to issues regarding the steel or shipbuilding sectors and/or industrial decarbonisation.
Experience in project-based working methods and management, preferably in an international context.
Excellent understanding of industry sector dynamics will be key for this position.
Proven analytical abilities and excellent writing skills as demonstrated in past work products (analytical reports, and/or published papers).
Experience with international collaboration, in particular regarding industry related issues, is an asset.
Tools
Experience with econometric software, databases and statistical packages would be an asset. `
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
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 1); Ethics and Integrity (Level 1); Collaboration and Horizontality (Level 1); 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.
Additional Information
Contract Duration
13-month fixed term appointment, with the possibility of renewal.
Closing Date:
This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should reach us no later than 23h59 (Paris time) on 18 February 2025.
What the OECD offers
Depending on level of experience, monthly salary starts at 5,902 EUR, plus allowances based on eligibility, exempt of French income tax.
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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.
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