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 Global Relations and Co-operation (GRC) co-ordinates the Organisationโs relations with partner countries and with other international organisations. It advises the Office of the Secretary-General and other OECD Directorates on how to strengthen co-operation with partner countries, regions and organisations. GRC also serves the OECD External Relations Committee (ERC), working with members to help them reach consensus on global relations priorities and ensuring that relevant partners are effectively engaged in the Organisationโs work in delivering on the Organisationโs Global Relations Strategy and the Secretary-Generalโs strategic orientations.
GRC is looking for one or more Policy Analysts with knowledge and experience in the Latin America and the Caribbean region. The selected persons will perform a range of tasks requiring qualifications in project management and on policy analysis. S/he will support of the delivery of the OECD LAC Regional Programme, Country Programmes and Bilateral Cooperation Programmes in the region. Relevant policy priorities include productivity (including SMEs), social inclusion, governance, environmental sustainability, connectivity, regional integration, policy harmonisation and critical minerals. Duties also involve preparing internal documents, conducting research and analysis, liaising internally and externally, and organising events. Positions are based at OECD Mexico City under the supervision of the Head of the Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) Division in GRC and/or the Head of the OECD Centre for Latin America and the Caribbean in Mexico City.
Job Description
Main Responsibilities
Policy analysis and drafting
Monitor and analyze political and economic developments in the LAC region, providing strategic assessments to inform OECDโs engagement in the country.Help in the creation of a Scoreboard with key indicators for the region to support the implementation of policy recommendations and Action PlansHelp identify policy reform options, recommendations and roadmaps for reform implementation, based on OECD good practice through country specific and regional projects.Contribute to policy reports, briefing notes, speeches, internal briefings, talking points and official letters and provide colleagues with necessary background information and context for their workProvide feedback and inputs to OECD publications, ensuring alignment with LACโs policy landscape and stakeholder priorities.Provide relevant background information to help inform strategic decisions regarding engagement with non-Member countries and OECD donors.Oversee and support the preparation of presentations, talking points, and communication materials for key OECD meetings and donor coordination events.Keep abreast of ongoing work in the Organisation relating to the regional work of the Division, as well as reports and analyses published by news media, governments and international organisations that are relevant to the programme of work.Stakeholder engagement and representation
Expand and maintain high-level engagement with key stakeholders, including international organisations, donor countries, and ministries, ensuring strong collaboration in OECDโs work in the region.Support the conceptualisation and organisation of high-level events, such as ministerial meetings and regional policy networks.Assist in the preparation of missions, international workshops and other peer-driven capacity-building initiatives.Co-ordination
Assist in the planning and organisation of meetings and missions relating to the OECD LAC Regional Programme, the implementation of the Strategic Framework for LAC, including cooperation with selected countries and subregions.Support logistical and substantive preparation for OECD missions to LAC, ensuring high-level engagement with relevant stakeholders. Identify opportunities to enhance the visibility and relevance of the OECD work with the region through communications and engagement strategies.Take notes in meetings, prepare draft summary records, presentations, briefing notes, prepare and edit reports, carry out background research and present findings as required.Undertake other co-ordination tasks in the Division as needed.Qualifications
Academic Background
An advanced university degree in economics, economic development, public policy, international relations and politics, law or equivalent.Professional Background
At least 2 yearsโ relevant professional experience dealing with policies/regions referenced above.Knowledge of the economic and policy context of the region.Good experience in drafting documents and working with data. Experience of working in a multinational team with high autonomy.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 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).
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.
Knowledge of Spanish and/or Portugues would be an advantage.
Additional Information
Contract Duration
12 month fixed-term appointment
Selection Process
For retained candidates, the selection process may include a video-recorded interview, A job-based assessment, including a written exercise, and panel interviews.
The OECD is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes the applications of all qualified candidates who are nationals of OECD member countries, irrespective of their racial or ethnic origin, opinions or beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, health or disabilities.
The OECD promotes an optimal use of resources in order to improve its efficiency and effectiveness. Staff members are encouraged to actively contribute to this goal.
Closing Date
This vacancy should be filled as soon as possible, and applications should reach us no later than midnight 7 December (Paris time).