Company Description

THE OECD – Who we are, what we do

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 EXECUTIVE DIRECTORATE (EXD)

The Executive Directorate (EXD) is the steward of OECD resources, on behalf of the Secretary-General.  Our focus is on people and their wellbeing; the effective and efficient management of the budget; the safety and security of staff, Delegations, visitors, and of the OECD’s data; maintaining and sustaining physical and digital infrastructure; and enabling the convening power of the OECD through conferences, meetings and events, whether virtual, physical or hybrid.  As well as providing corporate services, functions and management support to our staff and Members, we provide integrated, strategic and expert advice on corporate policies and management issues to the Secretary-General, to Council and to Standing Committees, to which we regularly report on corporate matters. We also provide risk management functions (for management areas under our purview). Ours is a fast-paced environment focused on delivering management excellence across all of our functions.

THE PROGRAMME, BUDGET AND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT SERVICE (EXD/PBF)

Within the Executive Directorate (EXD), the Programme, Budget and Financial Management Service (EXD/PBF), employs a workforce of approximately 115 staff who provide stewardship of the Organisation’s financial resources on behalf of the Secretary-General. The service is composed of six main business units: Accounting & Financial Support Division; Corporate Procurement Group; Engagement and Strategic Transformation Division; Programme of Work Management Division; Resource Management Systems Division; and Voluntary Contribution Management Group.

Within EXD/PBF, the Data & Regulatory Framework (DRF) team plays a leading role in maintaining and developing the Organisation’s financial framework and policies, provides advice and guidance to the OECD Finance Community, manages responses to auditors regarding the Organisation’s financial practices and assists corporate areas in steering their activities.

Job Description

THE POSITION

EXD/PBF is looking for a Financial Analyst to join the Data & Regulatory Framework team to assist with key corporate projects and initiatives. The selected candidate will work both independently and in close collaboration with other EXD/PBF teams, reporting to the Head of Data and Regulatory Framework.

Main Responsibilities

Financial Guidance and Communications

• Draft financial policies and procedures: Liaise with EXD/PBF teams to develop and update financial policies and procedures, identify potential risks and provide recommendations to ensure efficient and sound financial management practices, ensuring clear and timely responses.
• Develop financial training: Draft, develop and maintain training materials on essential financial processes, thereby contributing to the Organisation’s capacity-building efforts and ensuring the consistent application of best practices.
• Develop and maintain productive and collaborative relationships with key stakeholders both within and outside the Organisation.

Financial Analysis and Costing of Services

• Conduct financial analyses and costings to address emerging issues and organisational priorities.  Support the ongoing enhancement of data quality for accurate reporting and analysis.
• Collect, analyse, and present relevant data from corporate systems for decision-making: Collect Present findings and recommendations using design and data visualisation techniques to create clear, impactful presentations that facilitate informed management decisions.
• Draft clear, concise and insightful briefing notes and reports to enable senior management to address key issues and make informed decisions.
• Document services and pricing: Ensure thorough documentation of services delivered and their pricing calculations.
• Prepare and evaluate service costs and cost recovery mechanisms and charges, identifying opportunities for enhancing the processes and mechanisms themselves.

Qualifications

Ideal Candidate Profile

Academic Background

• A university degree in financial management, business administration, data and statistics, public policy or other related discipline (including other STEM and data science disciplines).

Professional Background

• At least 5 years of relevant professional experience, preferably in an international context.
• Strong drafting and editing skills and experience in providing written financial guidance and analyses to audiences of varied backgrounds.
• Experience in analysing complex financial information, identifying problems and risks, assessing their relative importance and proposing alternatives to reduce operational risk and increase efficiency.
• Ability to analyse data rigorously, to digest and transform it into sharp and straightforward reports and presentations for varied audiences.
• Data-driven and evidence-based mindset, strong interest in innovation and new technologies.
• Proficiency in data visualization and data analysis is essential.
• Flexibility and ability to cope with conflicting requests and to meeting strict deadlines.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Excellent interpersonal skills with commitment to service and teamwork.

Tools

• Excellent command of Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Powerpoint).
• Experience with PowerBI, BusinessObjects and SAP would be an asset.

Languages

• Fluency in one of the two OECD official languages (English and French) and a knowledge of, or a willingness to learn, the other.
• Knowledge of other languages would be an asset.

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 1); Enable People (Level 1); Ethics and Integrity (Level 2); Collaboration and Horizontality (Level 2); Achieve Results (Level 2); Innovate and Embrace Change (Level 2).
• There are three possible levels for each competency. The level for each competency is determined according to the specific needs of each job role and its associated grade.
• To learn more about the definitions for each competency for levels 1-3, please refer to OECD Core Competencies.

Additional Information

Closing Date

• Applications should reach us no later than 23:59 (CET France local time) on Tuesday, 29 October 2024.

Contract Duration

• Two-year fixed term appointment, with the possibility of renewal.

What the OECD offers

• Monthly base salary starting from 5 136 EUR, plus allowances based on eligibility, exempt of French income tax.
• Please note that the appointment may be made at a lower grade based on the qualifications and professional experience of the selected applicant.
• 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.

Selection Process

For retained candidates, written tests/video-recorded interviews are foreseen in November and panel interviews are planned for December/ January.

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

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.