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 Nuclear Energy Agency (NEA) is an intergovernmental agency which operates under the framework of the Organisation for Economic Co operation and Development (OECD). It facilitates co-operation among countries with advanced nuclear technology infrastructures to seek excellence in nuclear safety, technology, science, related environmental and economic matters and law. The mission of the NEA is to assist its 34 member countries in maintaining and further developing, through international co operation, the scientific, technological and legal bases required for a safe, environmentally sound and economical use of nuclear energy for peaceful purposes. It strives to provide authoritative assessments and to forge common understandings on key issues as input to government decisions on nuclear technology policies.
The NEA’s Division of Radioactive Waste Management and Decommissioning (RWMD) is seeking a Socio-Technical Policy Analyst to lead and support initiatives that integrate cross-cutting social science and technical dimensions of radioactive waste management (RWM) and decommissioning. The successful candidate will contribute to the work programmes of the Radioactive Waste Management Committee (RWMC) and the Committee for Decommissioning and Legacy Management (CDLM), with a focus on advancing inclusive, adaptive, and technically sound policy frameworks which integrate a socio-technical approach. The successful candidate will report to the Head of RWMD Division.
A robust socio-technical approach recognises that the long-term success of Radioactive Waste Management (RWM) and decommissioning strategies relies not only on scientific and engineering excellence, but also on building public trust, fostering meaningful stakeholder engagement, ensuring transparent and defensible decision-making, and clearly communicating safety cases for facilities such as Deep Geological Repositories (DGRs). This approach also integrates effective knowledge management, sustained regulator-implementer dialogue, and strong institutional continuity to support safe, credible, and resilient programme delivery.
Job Description
Main Responsibilities
Programme Development and Committee Support
Support the work of the Radioactive Waste Management Committee (RWMC) and its sub-groups in delivering their Programme of Work that integrate technical safety requirements with societal expectations, ethical considerations, and governance frameworks.
Contribute to the development of practical solutions for nuclear waste management and decommissioning challenges, including collecting country-specific data, conducting in-depth analyses, organising expert discussions, and preparing high-quality summary reports.
Track and rigorously analyse developments in social science research related to Radioactive Waste Management, encompassing risk perception, community engagement, and long-term stewardship.
Identify and advance opportunities for collaborative projects and cooperative actions in radioactive waste management.
Work closely with other NEA divisions to support cross-cutting projects, publications, and events in related technical and policy areas.
Implement joint undertakings among interested member countries to address specific radioactive waste and decommissioning issues.
International Coordination and Representation
Maintain strong working relationships and coordinate relevant activities with key external organisations, including the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the European Commission (EC), and other governmental and non-governmental bodies such as EPRI.
Represent the RWMD and the NEA at high-level international fora on radioactive waste and decommissioning issues, communicating NEA perspectives and activities effectively.
Facilitation of Technical Committees, Workshops, and Reports
Provide technical and organisational support for the meetings of committees and subsidiary bodies, including expert groups and international cooperative projects. Responsibilities include guidance on the Programme of Work, meeting preparation and facilitation, and drafting of summary records.
Provide expert contributions to the drafting, review, and editing of scientific and technical reports as well as policy-relevant documents, including coordinating contributions from external experts and consultants.
Support cross-cutting technical and policy initiatives led by NEA standing technical committees and working groups.
Organise scientific workshops and conferences, including logistical planning, documentation, and financial oversight.
Other Tasks
Carry out additional tasks as assigned by the Head of Division, RWMD.
Qualifications
Ideal Candidate Profile
Academic Background
Advanced degree in public policy, international affairs, social sciences, engineering, or a related field, with demonstrated experience in radioactive waste management or the nuclear sector.
Professional Background
Minimum of five years of experience in the nuclear sector and socio-technical analysis, preferably in radioactive waste management and decommissioning. Experience in consensus-building among national and international experts on RWM and decommissioning priorities.
Proven national level and international experience interacting with senior officials and experts from governmental organisations, regulatory authorities and research institutions.
Proven experience in leading dialogues of a team of diverse experts.
Strong project management skills and ability to manage simultaneously several programme of works with strict deadlines and within budget.
Additional Information
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.
Closing Date
This vacancy should be filled as soon as possible, and applications should reach us no later than 23 February 2026, 23h59 (Paris time).
Contract Duration
24 month fixed-term appointment, with the possibility of renewal to a maximum of 36 months.
What the OECD offers
Monthly salary starts at 8 098,38 EUR, plus allowances based on eligibility, exempt of French income tax.
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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 NEA or OECD member countries]*, irrespective of their racial or ethnic origin, opinions or beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, health or disabilities.
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