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 OECD Environment Directorate (ENV), in line with the strategic objectives of the Secretary-General, provides relevant and timely information, analysis and advice to support governments in identifying and implementing the environmental policies needed to support a cleaner, more resource-efficient and low carbon green growth path. The Directorate currently comprises approximately 220 staff members (economists, statisticians, scientists, engineers, administrative staff, consultants and trainees) working across a broad range of environmental issues such as: green growth, climate change, biodiversity, water, ecoinnovation, circular economy, resource productivity and waste, environmental policy tools and evaluation, safety of chemicals, biotechnology and nanomaterials, and linkages between environment and tax, agriculture, transport, development assistance, trade and investment policies. For more information, please refer to www.oecd.org/env.
The Environment and Economy Integration (EEI) Division of ENV conducts policy-orientated research in several areas at the interface between the environment and the economy, including Environmental Outlooks, environment-economy modelling, environmental policy design, circular economy and plastics, trade and environment, and cost-benefit analysis.
The EEI Division is looking for a Senior Economist to lead projects in empirical analysis. The successful candidate will report to the Head of the EEI Division.
Job Description
Main Responsibilities
Policy Analysis and Research
Lead the delivery of high quality, innovative and insightful empirical analysis of environmental policies included in ENVโs Work Programme.Contribute, where relevant, to modelling based ex ante environmental policy evaluation.Ensure the timely delivery of high-quality reports on environmental policies and policy outcomes, publications and events, emphasizing strategic, impactful and policy-relevant messaging, to meet the needs and priorities agreed upon by member countries.Draft reports, present material, and contribute to briefings for senior management concerning environmental policy design and recommendations.Planning, Supervision and Fundraising
Play a lead role in the strategic planning of the teamโs work, demonstrating vision, client orientation and pragmatism.Lead fundraising efforts for the projects included in ENVโs Work Programme ensuring sound management of funds in line with strategic priorities and deliverables. Lead and manage t a team of economists/policy analysts, defining tasks, objectives and deadlines; monitor progress to ensure quality control for analytical outputs.As a senior member of the EEI Division, contribute to cross-cutting initiatives and strategic activities of the division as outlined in the ENVโs Work Programme.Organisation-wide Collaboration, Liaison and Outreach
Communicate effectively the results of the OECDโs work to a wide audience of policymakers.Represent the OECD in relevant international and national fora involving policy makers and representatives of other relevant sectors.Establish and maintain a network of contacts with members of national delegations, and experts from international organisations, research institutions, representatives of industry and other relevant institutions.Maintain excellent working relations with relevant staff in the Organisation.Qualifications
Ideal Candidate Profile
Academic Background
Professional Background
Minimum of eight to ten years experience in applied economics analysis related to environmental issuesMinimum eight to ten years solid practical experience in environmental policy design and evaluationStrong background in advanced quantitative and econometric analysisDemonstrated experience in drafting policy relevant reports building on technical analysis.Demonstrated ability in fundraising and team management.Strong communication skillsDemonstrated experience with project organisation and management including experience in organising of large meetings, workshops and conferences with a diverse range of participants.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 3); Enable People (Level 2); Ethics and Integrity (Level 3); Collaboration and Horizontality (Level 2); Achieve Results (Level 3); Innovate and Embrace Change (Level 3). 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 other languages would be an assetAdditional Information
Closing Date
This vacancy should be filled as soon as possible, and applications should reach us no later than 11:59 pm 14 August 2025 (Paris time)Contract Duration
Open-ended appointment, with no foreseen end date.What the OECD offers
Depending on level of experience, monthly salary starts at 10,937.92 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 OECDโs 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 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.