OECD Young Professional Programme 2017

Launched by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), the programme aims at bringing entry-level professionals with diverse backgrounds into the Organisation.

Eligible candidates
- interested in the objectives of the OECD in promoting international policy co-operation, understand the issues involved in international work, and possess the analytical and drafting skills which enable them to contribute to policy-related studies.
- must have the nationality of an OECD member country and be born on or after 1 January 1981.

The ideal candidate should have:
- Advanced academic degree in a subject of relevance to the OECD's work.
- Strong quantitative skills for the purpose of analysis demonstrated by academic achievement.
- Knowledge of country policies and institutions and an understanding of political and reform processes;
- 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
- Good alignment with OECD Core Competencies: level 3 indicators.
Additionally, candidates with Master's degree(s) should have a minimum of two years' full time professional experience in related fields.

What kind of work does a Young Professional do
They collaborate with many of the 60 000 senior national policy makers who each year participate in the OECD’s technical and policy meetings.
Young Professionals, under the supervision of experienced professionals, carry out research and analysis of issues of current policy relevance.
This research is used for the preparation of policy documents, committee reports, intergovernmental discussion and publication.
They will also contribute to the monitoring, analysis, forecasting and reporting of economic and social developments. Active professional development is encouraged both on the job and through specific training sessions.

Where
Young Professionals’ assignments are based on organisational requirements and matched to professional experience, academic background and personal preference.
The assignments take place at the OECD’s headquarters in Paris, France.

Travel may be required for a variety of reasons including collecting information, working with specialists, experts and policy makers from all over the world and participating in the effective communication of the OECD’s work to a broad range of audiences.
The amount of travel varies depending on the area of work and role.

Salary and benefits
Competitive tax-free salaries plus an attractive benefits package, which may include expatriation and family allowances depending on individual situation.

Deadline: 24 November 2016

Further details:
OECD Young Professional Programme 2017