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, policymakers 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 Financial and Enterprise Affairs (DAF) works towards better businesses and efficient markets for sustainable economies. DAF provides data and analysis, policy guidance, technical assistance and capacity-building to help countries shape better policies in the following areas: anti-corruption, competition, corporate governance, financial and capital markets, financial literacy and consumer protection, investment and infrastructure, pensions and insurance, and responsible business conduct. It is responsible for developing and overseeing more than 20 international standards that are essential global benchmarks.

The OECD Centre for Responsible Business Conduct (the Centre) is in charge of supporting the implementation of the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises on Responsible Business Conduct, the leading international standard on Responsible Business Conduct, and related due diligence guidance across the 52 Adherents to the Guidelines and beyond, as well as the OECD Recommendation on the Role of Government in promoting Responsible Business Conduct. The Centre provides the Secretariat of the Working Party on Responsible Business Conduct and the network of National Contact Points for Responsible Business Conduct. The Centre also supports governments, companies and other stakeholders in countries in Asia, Latin America, the Middle East and Africa in implementing international RBC standards and in enabling sustainable supply chains.

DAF is looking for a policy analyst to support the implementation of a new project to promote responsible business conduct in sub-Saharan Africa. The candidate will work under the supervision of the project manager under the overall management of the Head of Public Policy and Regional Programmes. The project is implemented together with the International Labour Organization, the International Trade Centre, the UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights and the UN Development Programme.

Job Description

Main Responsibilities

Research, analysis and drafting

• Lead and contribute to research and comparative policy analysis on RBC across countries, sectors and different policy themes in sub-Saharan Africa.
• Co-ordinate collaboration with country authorities, stakeholders and partner organisations, including to support research activities.
• Collect and analyse qualitative and quantitative data, including through interviews with governments, businesses, trade unions, civil society and other stakeholders.
• Draft and review analytical outputs such as reports, policy briefs and background notes, synthesising good practices, key findings and actionable recommendations for policymakers and stakeholders.
• Contribute to the dissemination of findings and support follow‑up engagement and implementation monitoring.

Capacity building

• Co‑design and co‑deliver workshops and trainings for governments, businesses and other stakeholders - virtually or in person- at country, regional and/or OECD levels, in co-operation with partner organisations.
• Contribute to the development of context‑adapted training and learning materials on RBC and responsible supply chains.
• Organise and convene events, consultations and meetings, including co-ordination with partners, logistics and communication with stakeholders.
• Support the capacity‑building activities of other teams as needed.

Project management and engagement with stakeholders

• Develop and maintain engagement with governments, regional institutions, businesses, trade unions, civil society and international organisations on RBC‑related initiatives.
• Support internal and external communication activities on the work of the project.
• Contribute to project implementation reporting, evaluation exercises and monitoring processes.
• Liaise and co-ordinate with implementation partners to ensure timely and quality delivery of activities.
• Prepare briefings, presentations and speeches for management, and represent the OECD in international meetings.
• Provide inputs to the development of fundraising proposals.
• Contribute to the overall work of the Centre on Responsible Business Conduct.
• Support synergies and collaboration with other areas of work of the OECD.

Qualifications

Ideal Candidate Profile

Academic Background

• An advanced university degree in economics, business management, political sciences, law, international relations or development.
• A specialisation and/or background in responsible business conduct, corporate governance, anti-corruption, or international investment.

Professional Background

• Three to five years of experience in the field of responsible business conduct in a government institution, international organisation, business, trade union, civil society organisation, or research institute.
• Professional experience in or focused on sub-Saharan Africa.
• Professional experience in development co-operation would be an asset.

Skills

• Strong analytical and drafting skills with the ability to synthesise complex technical material into clear, concise and accessible outputs tailored to different audiences, including policy makers and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and networking skills in a multidisciplinary and multicultural work environment.
• Experience, particularly at the international level, in building and maintaining effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders would be an asset.
• Experience in delivery of development co-operation capacity building and/or project delivery.
• Applied RBC-expertise in any of the following areas would be an asset: mineral supply chains; investment promotion; state-owned enterprises; business integrity; access to remedy.
• Familiarity with international regulatory and policy dynamics on RBC and related geo-political developments.

Tools

• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Core Competencies

• OECD staff are expected to demonstrate behaviours aligned to six core competencies which will be assessed as part of this hiring process: 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.
• A working level knowledge of other languages, notably Portuguese or Swahili, would be an asset.

Additional Information

Closing Date

• This vacancy should be filled as soon as possible, and applications should reach us no later than midnight 15 May 2026 (Paris time).

Contract Duration

• 12 month fixed-term appointment, with the possibility of renewal to a maximum of 36 months.

Please note that our Rules and Regulations stipulate that the mandatory retirement age is 67.

What the OECD offers

• Monthly salary starts at 6 975.54 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.
• 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.