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Junior Policy analyst JPOs – Japan 2014 round

Trade and Environment

The OECD’s mission – Better Policies for Better Lives – promotes policies that will improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world. It provides a unique forum in which governments work together to share experiences on what drives economic, social and environmental change, seeking solutions to common problems. The Environment and Economy Integration Division of the Environment Directorate is looking for a Junior Policy Analyst with expertise in international trade policy and environmental economics. S/he will be supporting the OECD Environment and Economy Integration Division, particularly in its work for the OECD Joint Working Party on Trade and Environment. This work covers a range of topics, including trade and climate change, environmental provisions in Regional Trade Agreements and trade in environmental goods and services. Other work in the EEI Division includes evaluation of environmental policies and instruments, modelling of environment economy linkages, and sustainable materials management. The Joint Working Party on Trade and Environment is supported by Secretariat staff in both the Environment Directorate and the Trade and Agriculture Directorate. Main Responsibilities Under the supervision of the OECD Analyst in charge of this work the candidate will carry out the following tasks:

Contribute to analytical projects studying the linkages between environmental and economic policies, with particular focus on interactions of international trade and environment policy.

Assist in developing the necessary analytical, empirical and data foundation to address the environmental and economic policy interactions, with a particular focus on trade.

Contribute to drafting reports on selected environmental policy issues, including but not limited to trade and environment issues.

Assist in organisational matters related to the Joint Working Party on Trade and Environment, including collaboration with colleagues in the Trade and Agriculture Directorate, preparation of meeting materials and agendas and organisation of meetings as required.

Contribute to the dissemination of findings, including through maintaining contacts with relevant government officials and other experts.

Candidate’s profile Academic Background

A university degree in environmental or micro economics, or alternatively environmental sciences;

Professional Background At least 2 years of experience working in environmental policy analysis, research or

other policy-related field, preferably within government or an international organisation;

Professional exposure to international trade negotiations or other aspects of international trade policy;

Experience organising large international events, or more generally experience of working at the international level;

Key competencies

Proven ability to draft analytical and/or policy-relevant papers that are clear, concise and reader-friendly;

Excellent organisational skills and a good sense of initiative; Ability to work under pressure on multiple tasks, often to tight deadlines and with a

minimum of supervision; Advanced knowledge of widely-used software, including quantitative analysis.

Languages

An excellent command of one of the two official languages of the OECD (English and French) and working knowledge of, or willingness to learn, the other. Knowledge of other languages would be an asset.

JPOs – Japan 2014 round

Evaluator (A1) The OECD’s mission – Better Policies for Better Lives – promotes policies that will improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world. It provides a unique forum in which governments work together to share experiences on what drives economic, social and environmental change, seeking solutions to common problems. The Evaluation and Internal Audit unit (EVIA) includes both the Internal Audit (IA) and the In-Depth Evaluation (IDE) function.

IA provides the Secretary-General with an independent and objective assurance and advisory activity designed to add value and improve the Organization’s operations. It helps the Organisation achieve its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes

In-depth Evaluation, as an integral part of the OECD’s Integrated Management Cycle, provides evaluation of OECD Committees under the responsibility of the Evaluation Committee (an advisory body of the Council). In-depth Evaluations are designed to support Council in its oversight of Committees so as to better hold them accountable for their performance. In this context, Committees are assessed with respect to the relevance of their policy direction, their effectiveness in terms of policy impact and how efficiently they function.

EVIA is looking for someone with an interest or experience in policy and programme evaluation to work in the IDE team supporting the conducting of the Organisation’s programme of committee and programme evaluations. (S)he will work under the direct supervision of a senior evaluator and under the management responsibility of the Head of IDE Main Responsibilities Support to the preparation, implementation and reporting of evaluations, notably:

Preparing terms of reference.

Conducting data collection and analysis.

Drafting or contributing to the drafting of sections of evaluation reports, including proposals for assessments and recommendations.

Providing support for the logistical aspects of meeting organisation and evaluation activities more generally.

Ideal Candidate Profile Academic Background:

An advanced university degree in economics, sociology, political science or related subjects, or the equivalent experience in public administration.

University studies providing a good understanding of statistical concepts and analysis.

Professional Background:

Involvement in or exposure to policy and programme evaluation, monitoring or results-based management systems, impact assessment , etc.;

A minimum of three years’ experience in or working for a public administration.

Tools:

An excellent command of standard software applications, including Excel

Knowledge of statistical software would be an asset

Languages:

An excellent written and oral command of one of the two official languages of the OECD (English and French) and working knowledge of, or willingness to learn, the other.

Knowledge of other languages would be an asset.

Core Competencies

Ability to learn quickly and apply new concepts and techniques confidently.

Well-organised, methodical and analytically independent.

Good data collection and analysis skills, in a quantitative and qualitative context.

Capacity to draw out well-grounded conclusions from analyses.

Capacity to draft clearly and concisely in one of the OECD’s official languages.

Good interpersonal skills.

Internal Auditor (A1) JPOs – Japan 2014 round

The OECD’s mission – Better Policies for Better Lives – promotes policies that will improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world. It provides a unique forum in which governments work together to share experiences on what drives economic, social and environmental change, seeking solutions to common problems. The Internal Audit and Evaluation unit (EVIA), in the General Secretariat (SGE), is headed by the Director of Internal Audit and Evaluation and includes both the Internal Audit and the In-Depth Evaluation functions:

Internal Audit provides the Secretary-General with an independent and objective assurance and advisory activity designed to add value and improve the Organization’s operations. It helps the Organisation achieve its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes.

In-depth Evaluation, as an integral part of the OECD’s Integrated Management Cycle,

provides evaluation of OECD Committees under the responsibility of the Evaluation Committee (an advisory body of the Council). In-depth Evaluations are designed to support Council in its oversight of Committees so as to better hold them accountable for their performance. In this context, Committees are assessed with respect to the relevance of their policy direction, their effectiveness in terms of policy impact and how efficiently they function.

The Internal Audit function is seeking a junior professional with experience in the field of auditing to support the execution of the Internal Audit annual risk-based Work Plan. (S)he will work under the direct supervision of the Deputy Director of Internal Audit, both as part of an audit team and autonomously. [The recruitment will be at the grade of A1 as a fixed-term appointment of two years.] Main Responsibilities Support all phases of the audit cycle, i.e. Planning, Performing, Communicating and Monitoring, as outlined in the Standards of the Institute of Internal Auditors to which Internal Audit adheres:

Contribution to the implementation of the Internal Audit annual risk-based Work Plan covering OECD activities through effective communication (oral and written) of audit approach; of draft audit observations and recommendations at key stages during each

assignment; and of draft and final audit reports issued to audit clients, to the Secretary-General and to the Council’s Audit Committee.

Contribution to Advisory services provided to management on risk management, control and governance processes; and

Support to the Internal Audit team in the provision of the secretariat function to the Audit Committee.

Ideal Candidate Profile Academic Background:

An advanced university degree in business or finance-related studies, and preferably a professional certification in auditing or accounting.

Professional Background:

A minimum of [three] years’ experience in financial analysis and/or accounting, in the private sector or in a public administration, and specific experience of financial and operational auditing techniques.

Tools:

An excellent command of standard software applications, including Word and Excel.

Languages:

An excellent written and oral command of one of the two official languages of the OECD (English and French) and working knowledge of, or willingness to learn, the other.


Core Competencies

Ability to learn quickly and apply new concepts and techniques.

Strong analytical thinking; methodical and highly organized.

Excellent written and oral communication skills: capacity to draft clearly and concisely in one of the OECD’s official languages.

Good interpersonal skills: ability to deal with sensitive and confidential issues, to work both within a team and autonomously, and to observe good relations with officials when obtaining information relative to Audit and Advisory assignments.

Client orientation: ability to respond to and anticipate client needs in a timely, professional, helpful and courteous manner.

JPOs – Japan

2014 round

Global Relations Secretariat The OECD’s mission – Better Policies for Better Lives – promotes policies that will improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world. It provides a unique forum in which governments work together to share experiences on what drives economic, social and environmental change, seeking solutions to common problems. The Global Relations Secretariat (GRS) supports the implementation of the Secretary General’s strategic orientations by co-ordinating the Organisation’s relations with partner countries and with other international organisations. It advises the SG and other OECD Directorates on how to strengthen co-operation with key partner countries, regions and organisations. GRS also serves the OECD External Relations Committee, working with members to help them reach consensus on global relations priorities and ensuring that relevant partners are effectively engaged in the Organisation’s work. GRS is looking for Junior Economists/Policy Analysts to help governments develop and implement policy reforms to enhance investment, competitiveness and private sector development in selected regions. These include: (i) Central Asia, (ii) Eastern Europe and South Caucasus (Eurasia), (iii) Middle East and North Africa, (iv) South-East Europe and (v) South-East Asia. Junior Economists/Policy Analysts in these regional programme areas will focus, in cooperation with relevant Directorates, on a range of issues and projects, such as:

Country competitiveness reviews with an emphasis on investment promotion, SME development, access to finance, gender, human capital development and business innovation;

Sector competitiveness focusing on barriers to investment in specific industries and recommendations to address them;

Monitoring of progress and support to the implementation of recommended reforms with the assistance of OECD experts.

The selected candidate(s) will work under the supervision of the Head of the respective Regional Programme and may be required to regularly travel to the respective regions. Main Responsibilities: Research and Analysis

Analyse documentary and statistical material to identify relevant policy issues,

develop tools and approaches to assist countries with the implementation of effective measures in favour of competitiveness and private sector development, and provide regional and country-specific policy-recommendations.

In collaboration with colleagues and external experts, draft and edit substantive papers including synthesis reports, seminar proceedings, country case studies and analytical papers.

Support data collection and contribute to the development of appropriate statistical and modeling tools.

Liaison and Coordination: Assist in the organisation and co-ordination of workshops and meetings with

government officials, private sector representatives and other international organisations.

Liaise with private sector, government and other international organisations to implement the recommended policy reforms.

Candidate’s profile: Academic Background:

An advanced university degree in economics, economic development, business administration, finance, economic development or equivalent.

Professional Background: A minimum of one year’s professional experience at an international organisation,

ministry, leading consulting firm or other relevant private sector company, in at least one of the following policy areas: investment policy, economic development, access to finance, SME policy, human capital development, gender and innovation policies.

Knowledge of the economic context of at least one of the regions covered in the programmes and/or experience of working in/with these regions would be an advantage.

Languages: An excellent command of one of the two official languages of the OECD (English and

French) and working knowledge of, or willingness to learn the other language. Knowledge of another language used in the regions mentioned above would be an

advantage. Core Competencies: Please refer to the OECD Core Competencies and the level 3 indicators.


Policy Analyst

Global Relations Secretariat/ Investment Compact for South East Europe

The OECD’s mission – Better Policies for Better Lives – promotes policies that will improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world. It provides a unique forum in which governments work together to share experiences on what drives economic, social and environmental change, seeking solutions to common problems. The Global Relations Secretariat (GRS) supports the implementation of the Secretary-General’s strategic orientations by co-ordinating the OECD’s relations with partner countries and with other international organisations. Under the coordination of the Deputy Secretary-General in charge of the Global Relations, it advises the Secretary-General and other OECD Directorates on how to strengthen co-operation with key partner countries, regions and organisations, ensuring a homogeneous implementation of the Global Relations Strategy. GRS supports the work of the OECD External Relations Committee (ERC), working with members to help them reach consensus on global relations priorities and ensure that relevant regions and economies are effectively engaged in the Organisation’s work. GRS is seeking a Junior Policy Analyst to join the Regional Division covering South East Europe to support the implementation of projects that promote the knowledge and application of OECD tools and standards in the 11 partner countries: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Kosovo, the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, the Republic of Moldova, Montenegro, Romania, Serbia and Turkey. The Junior Policy Analyst will work mostly on projects at regional level and in collaboration with the governments of the partner countries, as well as with the Head of Division. The work will focus primarily on policy analysis on topic of relevance for the region, including but not limited to competitiveness and innovation, small and medium enterprise policy, access to finance, industrial policy and trade facilitation. Main Responsibilities The selected candidate will contribute to the following work streams:

Produce policy analyses on topics of relevance for South East Europe. Produce PowerPoint Presentations, agendas, minutes and other related material for the

Working Group meetings of the assigned projects. Identify international experts to contribute to the Working Group meetings, the capacity

building seminars and the study visits as appropriate.

Contribute to the drafting of policy papers on challenges and policy reform options for the partner countries in South East Europe.

Support the organisation of capacity building workshops and seminars in the region and in Paris by preparing content, identifying participants, contacting experts and facilitating the logistics as required.

Contribute to division-wide tasks such as drafting meeting minutes, producing regional analysis, preparing briefings, liaising with officials and preparing presentations as requested by her manager.


A university degree in economics, economic development, business, finance, public administration or international affairs, or other relevant discipline.

Professional Background At least two years’ experience in conducting analysis on development issues, preferably

with a focus on private sector development. Experience in drafting documents and papers, preferably acquired in an international

organisation, or in a government organisation or policy-relevant research organisation. Field experience in transitioning countries would be an asset. Excellent drafting, presentational, organisational and interpersonal skills.

Tools

Knowledge of widely-used software. Languages An excellent command of one of the two official languages of the OECD (English and French) and working knowledge of, or willingness to learn, the other. Knowledge of knowledge of Albanian, Macedonian or Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian would be an asset. OECD Core Competencies For junior and mid-level policy analysts OECD, please refer to document attached, OECD Core Competencies level 3.

JPOs – Japan 2014 round

Communications and Public Affairs Coordinator

The OECD’s mission – Better Policies for Better Lives – promotes policies that will improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world. It provides a unique forum in which governments work together to share experiences on what drives economic, social and environmental change, seeking solutions to common problems. The Public Affairs and Communications Directorate (PAC), supports the implementation of the Secretary General’s strategic orientations by orchestrating the Organisation's external communications. We look at the whole spectrum of OECD work, how it relates to the global public agenda, and ensure key OECD policies and research are communicated to key stakeholders and the media. We are looking for a Communications and Public Affairs Coordinator with media analysis, public affairs, stakeholder engagement and communications skills. The selected candidate will report to the Director, The Deputy Director and other Senior Staff in the Public Affairs and Communications Directorate (PAC). Main Responsibilities 1. Media, Social media and Internet Monitor relevant Asian region and international media coverage with relevance for the OECD (such as

pertinent international issues, political and economic developments.Coordinate and prepare media analysis / review of significant news coverage. This involves conducting analyses of both traditional and social media, and drafting reports of key messages and passages in English.

Participate in managing OECD Tokyo Centre’s website pages and contribute to targeted disseminations of OECD work to national audiences and in national languages..

Periodically track traffic to the pages, monitor and evaluate their impact. Reach out to and work with Japanese journalists to raise awareness of the Organisation.

2. Outreach to civil society, business, trade unions and parliaments Assist with arrangements for participation of Japan in the OECD Forum. Liaise with dignitaries and

officials. This work could include advising on the selection of speakers, liaising with sponsors, and providing ad hoc interpretation for OECD officials.

Assist with the intelligence gathering, planning and logistics involved in arranging participation of Japanese MPs in parliamentary seminars in Paris. Help organise parliamentary events, and ensure that OECD experts participate in key parliamentary expert meetings or hearings.

Assist with other public affairs and projects, such as the arrangements for visits by Japanese

dignitaries and officials. This work could include selecting and contacting speakers in the Secretariat, liaising and researching responses to enquiries.

Help in the preparation and management of official OECD missions to Japan (identifying key media organisations, compiling briefing notes, helping prepare supporting materials for mission reports and follow up etc.).

Prepare targeted meetings and events with selected journalists and other stakeholders to inform and engage on related OECD work.

3. Other tasks Assist, when required, with general administrative tasks associated with missions to Japan. This could

include the preparation and circulation of documents and correspondence, preparation of mission orders and travel arrangements, and assisting with the preparation of meetings.

Candidate’s profile Key competencies

Please refer to the OECD Core Competencies and the level 3 indicators. Academic Background Advanced university degree in communications, media, journalism, international relations or law,

political sciences or related field.

Professional Background Two to five years' experience working in a media/communications organisation, international

organisation, a public affairs environment or a national administration. Experience in a policy-driven environment and ability to develop relationships and strategies for

partnerships with internal and external stakeholders. Experience in conducting media reviews and analyses and in website/online information

development. Proven and excellent analysis and very good drafting skills. Demonstrated ability to analyse and process information from multiple sources in a concise and

logical manner, skills. Knowledge of the Organisation’s aims and activities as well as of the political and economic

environment the OECD operates in. Comprehensive knowledge of the international media landscape, of media in Japan and of global

economic and political issues and related challenges. Good general understanding of political situation and economic issues. Good understanding of civil

society and parliamentary dynamics, and working methods.

Tools

Very good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), ability to use SharePoint

systems. Knowledge of web content management systems and web analytics.

Languages Good knowledge of at least one of the two official languages of the OECD (English and French).



The OECD’s mission – Better Policies for Better Lives – promotes policies that will improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world. It provides a unique forum in which governments work together to share experiences on what drives economic, social and environmental change, seeking solutions to common problems. The Sahel and West Africa Club (SWAC) is a group of West African regional organisations, countries and international organisations that work together towards the development and integration of the West African region. The SWAC’s mission is to pool together Members’ experiences, ideas and perspectives to help build more effective regional policies. Drawing on factual studies and independent analyses, SWAC devises strategic guidelines and policy tools for Members and other stakeholders. SWAC also monitors current events and trends in the region, and is a space for policy dialogue. As a member of the OECD Development Cluster, the SWAC Secretariat contributes to the work of the Organisation and ensures that West African concerns and initiatives are taken into account in global debates. The SWAC is looking for a Junior Professional Officer (JPO) to carry out analytical work and to contribute to the 2015-2016 Programme of Work of SWAC. The selected person’s main responsibilities will focus on contributing analytical inputs to the West Africa Futures -programme as well as SWAC’s analytical work on agriculture and food security, under the supervision of the Director of SWAC. Depending on the academic background and experience of the JPO, an exclusive focus on one of the SWAC programmes might be proposed. Main responsibilities The JPO will contribute to three main strands of work:

Provide specific analytical inputs to the West Africa Futures Programme ; Contribute to ongoing research and analyses for SWAC work on food and nutritional

security and agriculture ; Draft key documents and presentations highlighting the analyses and policy conclusions,

including Policy Insights, Policy Briefs, and online content. Depending on the academic background and experience of the JPO, an exclusive focus on one of the SWAC programmes might be proposed.

In addition, the JPO will contribute to: the production of statistical, analytical and conceptual working papers; discussions in international meetings with experts in the field.

Candidate’s profile Academic Background An advanced university degree in Economics, Agricultural Economics, Political Science or another related discipline. Professional Background Previous experience in analysis in the areas of in food security, agriculture, or cross-border co-operation would be an advantage. Candidates with outstanding analytical and drafting skills; and the ability to work quickly and produce concise, top-quality analyses; and those possessing good knowledge of the Sahel and West Africa region, are strongly encouraged to apply. Tools Good command of Microsoft Office. Experience with data management tools would be an advantage. Languages An excellent command of one of the two official languages of the OECD (English and French) and working knowledge of the other. OECD Core Competencies For junior and mid-level policy analysts OECD, please refer to document attached, OECD Core Competencies level 3.

Junior Migration Policy analyst JPOs – Japan 2014 round

Employment, Labour and Social Affairs Directorate

The OECD’s mission – Better Policies for Better Lives – promotes policies that will improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world. It provides a unique forum in which governments work together to share experiences on what drives economic, social and environmental change, seeking solutions to common problems.

The Junior Professional Officer (JPO) Programme of Japan is designed to bring highly qualified and motivated entry-level Japanese professionals with diverse backgrounds into the Organisation to work on projects linked to key priorities. At the end of the two-year period, it is expected that the selected person will be able to compete for appointments to other positions, either within the International Migration Division or in other parts of the Organisation.

Under this programme, we are looking for a Junior Migration Policy Analyst, preferably with expertise in Human Resource Development, Trade and Innovation, and/or Regional Planning, to work on various projects in the International Migration Division within the Directorate of Employment, Labour and Social Affairs (ELS).

The successful applicant will work in a dynamic team of economists, immigration policy experts and statisticians to develop policy advice on how to fostering the economic impact of migration in OECD member countries and how to improve the management of migration flows. During the course of the assignment, (s)he will work on 2 or 3 main projects, in a small team set up and be supervised by a migration policy analyst/economist.

In 2015-16, projects of high priority will include: trade, migration and sectoral development; the regional and local consequences of immigrant concentration; employer recruitment practices of foreign workers; evaluation of public policy in the field of migration; combatting the illegal employment of foreigners. Monitoring migration movements and policies

Main Responsibilities 1. Research, analysis and drafting Carry out research, take part in the analyses of selected migration policies – and related employment, trade, regional development, innovation and sector development policy - and help draft analytical, statistical and policy-relevant reports. This will involve:

Undertake literature reviews in the relevant academic journals Make summaries of the policy stance of different countries, including regulations Synthesise the state of existing knowledge in a form which is readily accessible to policy

makers.

Participate in one or more country Reviews of Labour Migration Policy

2. Statistical information Review the compatibility of statistical information from national sources with a view to developing data that can be analysed using appropriate statistical techniques.

Under the supervision of senior staff, undertake statistical analysis of data in order to explain key differences across countries.

Help develop surveys to fill the gaps in international information. Identify international sources of data and information on policies

3. Communications

Maintain good working relationships with staff in other divisions of the OECD, officials in member country and non-member country administrations, in other international organisations, as well as with academics working on migration policy issues.

Participate in missions abroad as requested. Participate in discussions in expert groups and represent the Organisation in seminars

and conferences.


An advanced university degree in economics, social science, law, or policy.

Professional Background

1-2 years of experience of applied research and analysis in the area of employment or economic development policy, acquired in a national administration, international organisation, university or research centre

Analytical skills as applied to demography, employment or public policy Experience in collecting and interpreting statistics. Experience working on migration issues would be an advantage. Experience working on cross-country policy analysis would be an advantage. Proven written skills, in the form of reports, analysis, and the publication of articles on

public policy in the field of employment, demographics, and/or economic development. Proven ability to work in a multicultural and team orientated environment.

Communication and OECD official languages

Very strong interpersonal skills, and ability to work in a team set up. Excellent drafting ability and very good ability to communicate orally in one of the

official languages of the Organisation (English and French); good knowledge of the other. Some knowledge of other languages would be an advantage.

OECD Core Competencies For junior and mid-level policy analysts OECD, please refer to document attached, OECD Core Competencies level 3.

Junior Health Policy analyst JPOs – Japan 2014 round

Employment, Labour and Social Affairs Directorate

The OECD’s mission – Better Policies for Better Lives – promotes policies that will improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world. It provides a unique forum in which governments work together to share experiences on what drives economic, social and environmental change, seeking solutions to common problems.

The Junior Professional Officer (JPO) Programme of Japan is designed to bring highly qualified and motivated entry-level Japanese professionals with diverse backgrounds into the Organisation to work on projects linked to key priorities. At the end of the two-year period, it is expected that the selected person will be able to compete for appointments to other positions, either within the Health Division or in other parts of the Organisation.

Under this programme, we are looking for a Junior Health Policy Analyst, preferably with expertise in Health Economics, to work on various projects in the Health Division within the Directorate of Employment, Labour and Social Affairs (ELS).

The successful applicant will work in a dynamic team of economists, health policy experts and statisticians to develop policy advice on how to improve the performance of health systems in OECD member countries as well as in non-member countries. During the course of the assignment, (s)he will work on 1 or 2 main projects, in a small team set up and be supervised by a health policy analyst/economist.

In 2015-16, projects of high priority will include : providing analysis and recommendations to achieve greater value for money in health systems, improving on issues around hospital performance, health technologies, health workforce policies (“numerus clausus” policies, continuous professional development, and scope of practice), and adapting health services to meet the challenge of population ageing (including long-term care policies).

Main Responsibilities 1. Research, analysis and drafting Carry out research, take part in the analyses of selected health policies and help draft analytical, statistical and policy-relevant reports. This will involve:

Undertake literature reviews in the relevant academic journals Make summaries of the policy stance of different countries Synthesise the state of existing knowledge in a form which is readily accessible to policy

makers.

2. Statistical information Review the compatibility of statistical information from national sources with a view to developing data that can be analysed using appropriate statistical techniques.

Help develop surveys to fill the gaps in international information. Identify international sources of data and information on policies Under the supervision of senior staff, undertake statistical analysis of data in order to

explain key differences across countries. 3. Communications

Maintain good working relationships with staff in other divisions of the OECD, officials in member country and non-member country administrations, in other international organisations, as well as with academics working on health policy issues.

Participate in missions abroad as requested. Participate in discussions in expert groups and represent the Organisation in seminars

and conferences.


An advanced university degree in economics or health policy.

Professional Background

1-2 years of experience of applied research and analysis in the area of health policy, acquired in a national administration, international organisation, university or research centre.

Analytical skills as applied to health policies Experience in collecting and interpreting statistics. Experience working on health issues in different countries would be an advantage. Proven written skills, in the form of reports, analysis, and the publication of articles on

health policy. Proven ability to work in a multicultural and team orientated environment.

Communication and OECD official languages

Very strong interpersonal skills, and ability to work in a team set up. Excellent drafting ability and very good ability to communicate orally in one of the

official languages of the Organisation (English and French); good knowledge of the other. Some knowledge of other languages would be an advantage.

OECD Core Competencies For junior and mid-level policy analysts OECD, please refer to document attached, OECD Core Competencies level 3.

Junior Policy analyst JPOs – Japan

The OECD’s mission – Better Policies for Better Lives – promotes policies that will improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world. It provides a unique forum in which governments work together to share experiences on what drives economic, social and environmental change, seeking solutions to common problems. The OECD Development Centre (DEV) is an institution where governments of OECD member and partner countries, private sector and civil society organisations informally discuss questions of common interest. Its Governing Board includes most of the OECD countries but also emerging economies. The Centre helps policy makers in OECD and partner countries find innovative solutions to the global challenges of development (www.oecd.org/dev). The Centre is looking for a Junior Professional Officer (JPO) to carry out analytical and statistical and to contribute to the work of the Development Centre on the regional and global flagships as well as to the multi-dimensional country reviews and/or the Centre’s policy dialogue initiatives. Main responsibilities 1. Statistical work and analysis

Provide statistical support by collecting and carrying out initial interpretation of statistical documentation pertaining to the principal themes of the annual Regional Outlooks for one and on Perspectives on Global Development for the other.

Carry out research and statistical work, including applied econometric analysis.

2. Research, analysis and drafting Contribute to ongoing research, analyses and policy conclusions. Provide support for presentations and internal communication. Draft key documents and presentations highlighting the analyses and policy conclusions,

including Flagship Publications, Policy insights, Policy Briefs and Development Centre Working Papers.

3. Dialogue, liaison and outreach Contribute to the organization of expert and policy dialogue workshops and seminars related to

the regional development work of the Centre at different stages of the projects related to this work, as appropriate;

Participate in the discussions in international meetings with experts in the field as appropriate.

Candidate’s profile Academic Background An advanced university degree in Economics; Statistics; or another related quantitative science. A Ph.D. with a specialization in applied econometrics or development economics would be an asset. Professional Background Previous experience in economic analysis in the areas of labour market economics, investment, fiscal policy, skills development and education, or macroeconomics would be an advantage. Candidates with outstanding quantitative analytical and drafting skills; and the ability to work quickly and produce concise, top-quality analyses; and those possessing good knowledge of the issues affecting the formulation of economic policies in developing countries and emerging economies are strongly encouraged to apply. Tools Knowledge of widely-used software and experience with data management tools (such as SAS, STATA, and E-views). Languages An excellent command of one of the two official languages of the OECD (English and French) and working knowledge of, or willingness to learn, the other. Knowledge of other languages including Spanish or Portuguese would be an asset. OECD Core Competencies For junior and mid-level policy analysts OECD, please refer to document attached, OECD Core Competencies level 3.


Testing and Assessment of Manufactured Nanomaterials / Prevention of Chemical Accidents

The OECD’s mission – Better Policies for Better Lives – promotes policies that will improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world. It provides a unique forum in which governments work together to share experiences on what drives economic, social and environmental change, seeking solutions to common problems. We are looking for a Junior Policy Analyst with expertise in chemical safety. S/he will be supporting the OECD Environment, Health and Safety Division of the Environment Directorate on its work on the OECD Programme on the Safety of Manufactured Nanomaterials and the OECD Programme on Chemical Accidents. S/he will support the secretariats of the Working Party on Manufactured Nanomaterials (WPMN) and the Working Group on Chemical Accidents (WGCA). OECD assists countries in the implementation of national policies that guarantee the responsible development of nanotechnologies. As such, part of its work is focused on the safety evaluation and assessment of manufactured nanomaterials that ensure human health and environmental safety. This work is overseen by the OECD’s Working Party on Manufactured Nanomaterials (WPMN). This body concentrates on human health and environmental safety implications of manufactured nanomaterials, and aims to ensure that the approach to hazard, exposure and risk assessment is of a high, science-based, and internationally harmonised standard. Its programme seeks to promote international co-operation on the human health and environmental safety of manufactured nanomaterials, and involves the safety testing and risk assessment of manufactured nanomaterials. The OECD Programme on Chemical Accidents helps public authorities, industry, labour and other interested parties prevent chemical accidents and respond appropriately if one occurs. The main areas of the programme are:

Development of common principles, procedures and policy guidance. Analysis of issues of concerns and recommendations for best practices. Information/ experience sharing and communication.

Main Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the OECD Principle Administrator in charge of this work, the candidate will support the project manager of the project Testing and Assessment of Manufactured Nanomaterials (an activity of the WPMN) : • compile and organise the data derived from OECD’s Testing Programme on

Nanomaterials; this should include a proposal for a public communication through the public site on the completion of the Programme;

• Support the follow-up to the meeting on Testing and Assessment and the 13th meeting of the WPMN (to be held, June 2014);

• Prepare documentation derived from the Testing Programme for submission to the 14th WPMN meeting (February 2015);

• Organise teleconferences for one planned workshop on Categorization of Nanomaterials (organising teleconference, preparing notes and agendas, compiling comments from delegations);

• Update and maintain the WPMN password-protected site (to be user-friendly); Furthermore the candidate will support the project manager of the programme on chemical accidents: • Manage the project Risk of major accidents involving nanomaterials of the WGCA; • Organise and maintain the restricted site of the WGCA for the use of each project

underway; • Support the teleconferences related to the projects on the Ageing of Hazardous

Installations and Hazardous Installations and the Change of Ownership; • Support work to complete the addendum on the Consideration of Natech (natural

hazard triggered accidents) Risk Management; which will be an addendum to the OECD Guiding Principles on Chemical Accident Prevention, Preparedness;

• Support arrangements for the 24th meeting of the WGCA to be held 22-24 October 2014 as well as follow-up actions.

Candidate’s profile Academic Background An advanced university degree in chemistry, toxicology, ecotoxicology, biological sciences, or engineering Professional Background 1 to 3 years of professional experience in health or environment sciences related to chemical safety, preferably acquired in a regulatory context such as a national chemicals control programme. Tools

• Knowledge of common softwares (Word, Excel, Powerpoint). Languages An excellent command of one of the two official languages of the OECD (English and French) and working knowledge of, or willingness to learn, the other. Knowledge of other languages would be an asset.


Adaptation & Development

The OECD’s mission – Better Policies for Better Lives – promotes policies that will improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world. It provides a unique forum in which governments work together to share experiences on what drives economic, social and environmental change, seeking solutions to common problems. The OECD is looking for a Junior Policy Analyst to assist in the economic and policy analysis of climate change adaptation and development, the organisation of meetings, and other related tasks, within the Environment Directorate’s Climate Change, Biodiversity, and Water (CBW) Division. The selected candidate would work on selected areas pertinent to the OECD Working Party Climate, Investment and Development (WPCIP) and the joint Task Team on Climate Change and Development Co-operation. The CBW Division work contributes to the development of policies and strategies in the areas of climate change, green investment, biodiversity, water, and environment-development linkages, as well as to positioning the OECD externally as a source of relevant policy advice and analysis in these fields. Main Responsibilities Under the supervision of the project manager, the candidate will carry out the following tasks:

Carry out research on issues relevant to design and implementation of climate change adaptation policies, both within OECD and non-member countries. This is likely to include using literature reviews, quantitative analysis and stakeholder consultation to identify policy conclusions.

In collaboration with colleagues and external experts, draft and edit substantive papers, including research or analytical papers, and conference proceedings on these issues.

Proactively follow the academic and policy literature relevant to climate change and development issues, and inform colleagues of these developments as appropriate.

Contribute to the organisation, management and logistics of meetings and events, missions and other activities.

Contribute to the dissemination of findings, including through internal briefings, newsletters, presentations and representing the OECD in national or international events.

Support the outreach efforts of the climate change adaptation team, and wider division. This includes contributing to the development of the website and other communications channels.

Develop contacts with policy officials and experts in government, other international organisations, industry, research institutions, universities and NGOs.

Candidate’s profile Academic Background Advanced university degree in a relevant discipline (environmental or resource economics, environmental policy, development economics, etc.). Professional Background Minimum of one to two years’ relevant experience in climate change adaptation and / or development issues. Languages Excellent communication skills, including the ability to convey complex analysis simply and clearly and in a style and tone appropriately tailored to the audience. Ability to draft well-structured, concise and easy-to read, policy-oriented reports in one of the two official languages of the Organisation (English and French). Ability to make effective presentations. Excellent knowledge of one of the two official languages of the Organisation (English and French), and working knowledge of (or willingness to learn) the other. Knowledge of one or more other languages would be an advantage. Core Competencies

Proven ability to draft analytical and/or policy-relevant papers that are clear, concise and reader-friendly.

Good knowledge of issues relevant to climate change adaptation. Proven ability to distil key information in a thorough and accurate manner. Excellent organisational skills and a good sense of initiative. Ability to work under pressure on multiple tasks, often to tight deadlines and with a

minimum of supervision.


Biodiversity

The OECD’s mission – Better Policies for Better Lives – promotes policies that will improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world. It provides a unique forum in which governments work together to share experiences on what drives economic, social and environmental change, seeking solutions to common problems. The OECD is looking for a Junior Biodiversity Policy Analyst to assist in the economics and policy analysis of biodiversity and ecosystem services, the organisation of meetings, and other related tasks, within the Environment Directorate’s Climate Change, Biodiversity, and Water (CBW) Division. The selected candidate would work on selected areas pertinent to the OECD Working Party on Biodiversity, Water and Ecosystems (WPBWE) and would report to the leader of the biodiversity team. The CBW Division work contributes to the development of policies and strategies in the areas of climate change, green investment, biodiversity, water, and environment-development linkages, as well as to positioning the OECD externally as a source of relevant policy advice and analysis in these fields. Main Responsibilities Under the supervision of the project manager, the candidate will carry out the following tasks:

Carry out research on issues relevant to the economics and policies of biodiversity and ecosystems (e.g., the economics of marine biodiversity, biodiversity and development, or addressing the barriers to effective biodiversity policy reform). This could include literature reviews, analysing country documentation, and where relevant identifying policy conclusions.


Keep abreast of developments in biodiversity policy and negotiations, and inform colleagues of these developments as appropriate.

Contribute to the organisation, management and logistics of OECD WPBWE meetings and events, missions and other activities.


Regularly review ENV’s biodiversity web-pages and make suggestions for updating and improving them.

Maintain contacts with policy-level officials and modelling experts in government, other international organisations, industry, research institutions, universities and NGOs.

Candidate’s profile Academic Background Advanced university degree in a relevant subject (environmental/resource economics, environmental policy/management etc.) Professional Background Minimum of one to two years’ experience in conducting biodiversity-related analysis and in drafting documents and papers, preferably acquired in an international organisation, national government research organisation or university. Languages Excellent communication skills, including the ability to convey complex analysis simply and clearly and in a style and tone appropriately tailored to the audience. Ability to draft well-structured, concise and easy-to read, policy-oriented reports in one of the two official languages of the Organisation (English and French). Ability to make effective presentations. Excellent knowledge of one of the two official languages of the Organisation (English and French), and working knowledge of the other. Knowledge of one or more other languages would be an advantage. Core Competencies


Good knowledge of issues under discussion in the international biodiversity negotiations. Direct experience in the biodiversity negotiations and/or analysis of the issues under discussion would be a considerable asset.

Proven ability to distil key information in a thorough and accurate manner. Excellent organisational skills and a good sense of initiative.

Ability to work under pressure on multiple tasks, often to tight deadlines and with a minimum of supervision.


CCXG – Climate Change Expert Group

The OECD’s mission – Better Policies for Better Lives – promotes policies that will improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world. It provides a unique forum in which governments work together to share experiences on what drives economic, social and environmental change, seeking solutions to common problems. The OECD is looking for a Junior Climate Policy Analyst to assist in the analysis of international policy responses to climate change, organisation of meetings, and management of the Secretariat of the OECD/IEA Climate Change Expert Group (CCXG). This group oversees development of analytical papers for the purpose of providing useful and timely input to the international climate change negotiations. The selected person will report to the leader of the CCXG team at OECD, within the Division for Climate Change, Biodiversity and Water of the Environment Directorate. The CBW Division work contributes to the development of policies and strategies in the areas of climate change, green investment, biodiversity, water, and environment-development linkages, as well as to positioning the OECD externally as a source of relevant policy advice and analysis in these fields. Main Responsibilities Under the supervision of the project manager, the candidate will carry out the following tasks:

Carry out research on issues relevant to the international climate change negotiations (exact topics to be determined according to the work programme of the CCXG). This could include literature reviews, analysing country documentation, and where relevant identifying policy conclusions.


Keep abreast of developments in climate change policy and negotiations, and inform colleagues of these developments as appropriate.

Contribute to the organisation, management and logistics of CCXG/OECD meetings and events, missions and other activities.


Regularly review ENV’s climate web-pages and make suggestions for updating and improving them.

Maintain contacts with policy-level officials and modelling experts in government, other international organisations, industry, research institutions, universities and NGOs.

Conduct research and draft analytical papers on other issues as requested. Assist in the supervision of consultants, interns and support staff, if requested.

Candidate’s profile Academic Background Advanced university degree in a relevant area, e.g. resource economics, environmental policy, international relations, law. Professional Background Minimum of one to two years’ experience in conducting climate-related analysis and in drafting documents and papers, preferably acquired in an international organisation, national government research organisation or university. Languages Excellent communication skills, including the ability to convey complex analysis simply and clearly and in a style and tone appropriately tailored to the audience. Ability to draft well-structured, concise and easy-to read, policy-oriented reports in one of the two official languages of the Organisation (English and French). Ability to make effective presentations. Excellent knowledge of one of the two official languages of the Organisation (English and French), and working knowledge of the other. Knowledge of one or more other languages would be an advantage. Core Competencies


Good knowledge of issues under discussion in the international climate change negotiations. Direct experience in the climate change negotiations and/or analysis of the issues under discussion would be a considerable asset.

Proven ability to distil key information in a thorough and accurate manner. Excellent organisational skills and a good sense of initiative. Ability to work under pressure on multiple tasks, often to tight deadlines and with a

minimum of supervision.


Risk assessment, risk management and registration of pesticides

The OECD’s mission – Better Policies for Better Lives – promotes policies that will improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world. It provides a unique forum in which governments work together to share experiences on what drives economic, social and environmental change, seeking solutions to common problems. We are looking for a Junior Policy Analyst with expertise in pesticides. S/he will be supporting the OECD Environment, Health and Safety Division of the Environment Directorate on its work on the OECD Pesticides Programme. S/he will support the division’s work in the areas of risk assessment, risk management and registration of pesticides (both chemical and biological pesticides) which contribute to the reduction of risks arising from the use of pesticides. The Pesticides Programme (http://www.oecd.org/env/ehs/pesticides-biocides) was established in 1992 to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of pesticide regulation. It aims to (i) reduce risks to human health and the environment from pesticides; (ii) help member countries harmonise and improve pesticide risk assessment, risk management as well as compliance and enforcement procedures; (iii) help member countries implement sustainable pest management strategies, in particular integrated pest management; and (iv) contribute to green growth in agriculture. It deals with pesticides which are used for the purpose of plant protection in agriculture and related areas such as amenity use, home gardening use, residential areas, forestry. Main Responsibilities Under the supervision of the OECD Principle Administrator in charge of this work, the candidate will support the development of several guidance documents as following:

1. support the work of the expert groups in charge of developing guidance documents, by

coordinating with the Chair of the expert group; organizing meetings; helping with the drafting of the meeting agendas and summary records; soliciting comments and information from experts, possibly through the development of survey questionnaires; and possibly helping with the revision of the draft guidance documents;

2. carrying-out the approval, declassification and publication process for these guidance documents according to OECD rules.

Candidate’s profile Academic Background An advanced university degree in chemistry, toxicology, ecotoxicology, biological sciences, or engineering Professional Background 1 to 3 years of professional experience in health or environment sciences related to pesticide safety testing, preferably acquired in a regulatory context such as a national pesticides control programme. Tools • Knowledge of common softwares (Word, Excel, Powerpoint). Languages An excellent command of one of the two official languages of the OECD (English and French) and working knowledge of, or willingness to learn, the other. Knowledge of other languages would be an asset.

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