Job: Office Co-ordinator - Director's office

Location: Paris

The OECD's mission - Better Policies for Better Lives - promotes policies that will improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world. It provides a unique forum in which governments work together to share experiences on what drives economic, social and environmental change, seeking solutions to common problems.

The Public Affairs and Communications Directorate (PAC), supports the implementation of the Secretary General's strategic orientations by orchestrating the Organisation's external communications. We look at the whole spectrum of OECD work, how it relates to the global public agenda, and ensure key OECD policies and research are communicated to key stakeholders and the media.

We are looking for an Office Co-ordinator to provide support to the Director of PAC.

Main Responsibilities

1. Information flow and task management

• Review communications and information arriving in the Director's office; prioritise and disseminate to management and staff; identify issues requiring follow-up by the Director or by responsible Divisions, and recommend actions, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Keep abreast of the Director's on-going work in order to ensure the smooth functioning of the Director's Office. Assume additional responsibilities when necessary in order to facilitate the achievement of the Directorate's goals.
• Manage all transmission notes received from the Secretary-General's Office (SGE/OSG).
• Draft letters and memoranda for the Director's signature, review correspondence prepared in the Directorate.
• Receive and disseminate large volumes of and complex communications to PAC and other OECD colleagues; identify communications that require follow-up and recommend appropriate action, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Update and monitor the PAC e-calendar in SharePoint to reflect SGE/OSGs information. Filter telephone calls and respond to requests for general information regarding the activities of the Directorate.
• Assist the Director in ensuring smooth and efficient co-ordination of the Directorate's activities.
• Replace Director's office assistant during absences as required.

2. Liaison

• Ensure efficient communication at all times between the Director, the Deputy Director, Counsellor and Heads of Division.
• Organise internal meetings, including preparation of agenda for regular PAC managers meetings.
• Participate in the planning and preparation of internal and official meetings, including those outside the OECD, as appropriate.

3. Executive assistance

• Provide assistance to the Director and manage the daily running of the office.
• Evaluate and assemble background documentation for daily meetings and decisions. Organise the Director's appointments and missions. In collaboration with other Assistants, co-ordinate the work assignments in the Director's Office.
• Make all practical arrangements, and prepare appropriate documentation and mission orders, for the Director's official travel.
• Receive visitors, often high level personalities and officials of Member and non Member countries, organise their programmes and assist them in their contacts with the Directorate and the Organisation.

4. Other

• Manage the other Assistant(s) in the Director's front office.
• Participate in the OECD and PAC initiatives to improve administrative and secretarial practices.
• Carry out other related tasks as required.

Candidate's profile

Core competencies

Please refer to the OECD Core Competencies and the level 2 indicators.

Academic Background

• Very good secondary level of education.
• A university degree would be an advantage, ideally in management, public administration, communications or a related discipline.
• Training as an Executive Secretary or equivalent.

Professional Background

• Extensive experience as an assistant to a senior national or international civil servant, or equivalent.

Tools

• Proficiency with the Organisation's IT systems, or that of a similar Organisation, including in particular with Outlook, Word, PowerPoint SharePoint.
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly.

Languages

• Excellent knowledge of both of the official languages of the Organisation (English and French) including the ability to draft in both languages.
• Knowledge of other languages an advantage.

Contract Duration

Two year fixed term, with the possibility of renewal.

What the OECD offers

· Monthly base salary starting from 4,187.34 EUR exempt of French income tax, plus allowances based on eligibility.

NB\: Please note, the appointment may be made at a lower grade based on the qualifications and professional experience of the selected applicant.

The OECD is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes the applications of all qualified candidates who are nationals of OECD member countries.

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Job: Job: ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER, P3

Department/ Office

United Nations Environment Programme

Duty Station

PARIS

Posting Period

21 November 2013-20 January 2014

Job Opening number

13-ADM-UNEP-30752-R-PARIS (X)

United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity

Organizational Setting and Reporting

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the United Nations system's

designated entity for addressing environmental issues at the global and regional level. Its mandate is to coordinate the development of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of governments and the international community for action. The overall objective of the UNEP's Division of Technology, Industry and Economics (DTIE) is to encourage decision makers in government, local authorities and industry to develop and adopt policies, strategies and practices and technologies that promote sustainable patterns of consumption and production, make efficient use of natural resources, ensure safe management of chemicals and contribute to making trade and environment policies mutually supportive. It promotes the development, use and transfer of policies, technologies, economic instruments, managerial practices and other tools that assist in environmentally sound decision making and the building of corresponding activities. This position is located in UNEP/DTIE at the Paris duty station.

Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Chief, Project management and Administration Unit and the overall guidance of the Director/Deputy Director, DTIE the incumbent will carry out the following duties:

Budget and Finance: Advise and support the Chief(s) of Branch(es) in the management of financial resources: (a) forecast the consolidated financial requirements of the Branch(es); (b) monitor consolidated budget implementation ensuring full liquidity at all times; (c) advise the Chief(s) of Branch(es) on the application of relevant UN Financial Rules and Regulations, procedures and guidelines to all transactions made and agreements entered into by the Branch(es).

Programme Management: Support and facilitate programme management: (a) lead, oversee and coordinate financial and human resources aspects in the preparation and implementation of the programme of work and budget of the Branch(es); (b) oversee the preparation and revision of projects, following-up and monitoring financial reporting of implementing partners; (c) assist Programme Officers within the Branch(es) in monitoring and implementing projects and the programme of work; (i) provide updated and accurate status of contributions and expenditure; (ii) monitor related transactions and institute remedial measures; (iii) provide guidance on appropriate legal documents and financial instruments to be used; (d) assist and advise Programme Officers in the preparation of memoranda of understanding, letters of agreement, project co-operation agreements and similar documents determining relationships and joint activities between UNEP/DTIE and partner bodies; (e) support Programme Officers on audit recommendations and taking corrective action on audit findings.

Human Resources:

Participate in the management of human resources at Branch(es) level; (a) support actions covering the entire span of human resources activities; (b) review post incumbency reports for purposes of vacancy management and staring table control.

General Administration: Provide general administrative services; (a) act as Officer in Charge in the absence of the Chief Administration or his Deputy; (b) act as certifying officer and bank signatory; (c) support work related to procurement at Branch(es) level and acts as OIC in the absence of the procurement and reporting focal point; (d) support the development and implementation of procedures; (e) assist in the preparatory arrangements for meetings, supervise and certify the preparation of official travel arrangements for staff members and participants; (f) support and guide administrative support staff at Branch(es) level and provide advice on issues related to financial administration, human resources administration, and management information issues and practices; (g) perform other related administrative and financial duties as required by the Chief, Administration.

Competencies

Professionalism:

• Demonstrates professional competence and knowledge of administrative, budgetary, financial and human resources policies and procedures;
• Ability to apply various United Nations administrative rules and regulations in work situations;
• Ability to identify issues, formulate opinions, make conclusions and recommendations;
• Ability to offer new and different options to solve problems or meet clients' needs, actively seeking to improve programmes or services;
• Ability to prepare accurate, concise financial reports or convincing rationale with respect to key decisions on financial management;
• Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results;
• Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns;
• Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges.

Communication:

• Speaks and writes clearly and effectively;
• Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately;
• Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interests in having two-way communication;
• Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience;
• Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Planning & Organizing:

• Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed objectives and strategies;
• Identifies priority activities and assignments;
• Adjusts priorities as required;
• Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work;
• Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning;
• Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary;
• Uses time efficiently.

Accountability:

• Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments;
• Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards;
• Operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules;
• Supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments.

Education

• Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in business or public administration, finance, accounting, law or related area.
• A first university degree in combination with qualifying professional and academic experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.

Work Experience

• A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in administration, finance, human resources, accounting or related field.

Languages

• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
• For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required.
• Working knowledge of French is desirable.
• Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage

Assessment Method

• Evaluation of qualified candidates for this position may include a substantive assessment which will be followed by a competency-based interview.

Special Notice

This position is open for recruitment for an initial period of one year and may be subject to extension. Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.

All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply on-line as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening. On-line applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided.

If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. In such cases, please resubmit the application, if necessary. If the problem persists, please seek technical assistance through the Inspira 'Need Help?' link.

United Nations Considerations

The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS' BANK ACCOUNTS.

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Job: Project Assistant

Title: Project Assistant

Domain: Education

Grade: G4

ONLY CANDIDATES RESIDENT IN FRANCE MAY APPLY FOR THIS POST

Organizational Unit: Division for Teacher Development and Higher Education, Secretariat of the International Task Force on Teachers for EFA (ED/THE/TEFAS)

Duty Station: Paris, France

Type of contract: Project Appointment

Annual salary: Approximately 32,983 Euros

Duration of the contract: 1 year with possibility of extension (six months probationary period)

Deadline (midnight, Paris time): 29 November 2013

Application to be sent to: ma.forzani@unesco.org, CV Form to be used with a cover letter making reference to post G4 (PA/TEFAS)

OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST

I. Background

The International Task Force on 'Teachers for Education for All' (EFA) is a voluntary global alliance of EFA partners working together to address the 'teacher gap'. Its Action Plan underlines the need to ensure the coordination of international efforts to provide teachers for Education for All, monitor global progress, and disseminate reports. Task Force membership comprises donor countries, developing countries, International Governmental Organisations, and International Non-Governmental Organisations. The creation of the Task Force has been endorsed by participants to the High Level Group (HLG) meeting on Education for All. The HLG also agreed to set up a Secretariat, supported by willing partners. This Secretariat, located within UNESCO, consists of an operational team entrusted with the key responsibility for development and implementation of a programme of activities inspired by the Task Force's Action Plan. After a first of 3 years, a second phase is being initiated (2014-2016).

II. Duties and requirements

Under the overall authority of the Director of the Division for Teacher Development and Higher Education, and direct supervision of the Head of the Secretariat of the International Task Force on Teachers for EFA (ED/THE/TEFAS), the incumbent will undertake the following tasks and responsibilities:

1. Serve as the focal point for contracting activities in the TEFAS unit, including the initial drafting of contracts into the UNESCO contract management system, the creation of vendor accounts, the monitoring of contracts to contractors, and liaising with central service groups to ensure the work is completed according to procedures.

2. Receive, sort, register and distribute incoming correspondence and documents; review/edit correspondence and documents prepared for the signature of the Head of TEFAS to ensure conformity with UNESCO standard practices and protocol; prepare routine and administrative correspondence and memoranda as well as informal translations of documents.

3. Assemble documents for the Task Force Steering Committee, its general assembly and other meetings; file documents and correspondence, and maintain various manual and computerized information and reference systems.

4. Make travel arrangements for meetings and missions, as well as arrangements for facilities and equipment; make appointments, receive visitors and take telephone calls, answering enquiries and/or referring them to the applicable division/section or specialist; and act as focal point for the TEFAS's annual leave and travel schedules.

5. Assist the TEFAS team in the compilation of advocacy, communication and promotional materials and of information and documentation for the preparation of the budget of project proposals, liaising with central service groups to ensure the work is completed according to procedures.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION

• Secondary education, preferably followed by secretarial training or post-secondary business administration studies/internship.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• At least three (3) years of experience in performing a range of secretarial/administrative tasks, in dealing with a variety of organizations and individuals, and in the operation of computer programmes and various software for the preparation of budgets, documents, collection of information and data and the maintenance of various computerized information systems.

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of UNESCO rules, procedures, protocols, operations and basic program documents to carry out a variety of secretarial/administrative tasks in the TEFAS Unit, including the preparation and monitoring of budgets and contracts, the processing and distribution of incoming correspondence and documents, reviewing/editing of correspondence and documents, preparing routine/administrative correspondence and informal translations, assembling documents for statutory and other meetings, filing correspondence and documents and maintaining manual and computerized filing and reference systems and other automated information systems, making travel, mission and meeting arrangement.

• Communication skills to deal with a variety of organizations and individuals, take telephone calls, exchange information, answer general inquiries and to ensure follow-up on incoming correspondence and documents.

• Organizational skills to make travel, mission and meeting arrangements for schedules, travel, facilities, equipment and services, and to assemble documentation for statutory and other meetings, ensuring that deadlines are met.

• Computer skills, including excellent knowledge of WORDS, EXCEL and OUTLOOK, to process various documents such as briefs, correspondence, reports and professional notes, to collect and present information and data, to input data in computerized information systems and to communicate e-mail information..

• Discretion, tact, diplomacy, teamwork, initiative, loyalty and readiness to provide quality and timely support to the Chief of Section and to interact with staff at all levels within the UNESCO and the Task Force network.

• Flexibility to adjust work schedules and priorities.

LANGUAGES

• Excellent knowledge of English and French

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION

• A post-secondary degree in administration, or related fields WORK EXPERIENCE

• Familiarity with the UN or UNESCO administrative and management tools and dealing with donor funds is an asset SKILLS/COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of SISTER and SAP will be an asset.

BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS

UNESCO's salaries are calculated in Euros at Headquarters and exempt from income tax.

Other benefits include: 30 days annual leave, family allowance, pension plan and medical insurance. Please note that UNESCO is a non-smoking Organization.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please send your application letter, UNESCO CV ( CV Form to be used ), to Ms Marina Forzani, Secretariat of the International Task Force on Teachers for EFA, Education Sector, 7 place de Fontenoy 75352 Paris 07-SP, France, or by email ma.forzani@unesco.org. Application files will have to reach UNESCO Headquarters before 29 November 2013 midnight (Paris time). Please note that only pre-selected candidates will be contacted

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Job: Project Officer

Title: Project Officer

Domain: Education

Grade: P3

Organizational Unit: Division for Teacher Development and Higher Education, Secretariat of the International Task Force on Teachers for EFA (ED/THE/TEPAS)

Duty Station: Paris, France

Type of contract: Project Appointment

Annual salary: Approximately 100,010 USD (without dependants) Approximately 107,142 USD (with dependants)

Duration of the contract: 1 year with possibility of extension (six months probationary period)

Deadline (midnight, Paris time): 29 November 2013

Application to be sent to: ma.forzani@unesco.org, CV Form to be used with a cover letter making reference to post P3 (PA/TEFAS)

OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST

I. Background

The International Task Force on 'Teachers for Education for All' (EFA) is a voluntary global alliance of EFA partners working together to address the 'teacher gap'. Its Action Plan underlines the need to ensure the coordination of international efforts to provide teachers for Education for All, monitor global progress, and disseminate reports. Task Force membership comprises donor countries, developing countries, International Governmental Organisations, and International Non-Governmental Organisations. The creation of the Task Force has been endorsed by participants to the High Level Group (HLG) meeting on Education for All. The HLG also agreed to set up a Secretariat, supported by willing partners. This Secretariat, located within UNESCO, consists of an operational team entrusted with the key responsibility for development and implementation of a programme of activities inspired by the Task Force's Action Plan. After a first of 3 years, a second phase is being initiated (2014-2016).

II. Duties and requirements

Under the overall authority of the Assistant-Director General for Education, the authority of the Director of the Division for Teacher Development and Higher Education, and direct supervision of Head of the Secretariat of the International Task Force on Teachers for EFA (ED/THE/TEFAS), the incumbent will undertake the following tasks and responsibilities:

1. Analysis and Drafting

• Contribute to the analysis of teacher policy issues from a comparative perspective.
• Contribute to teacher policy reviews in the context of national policy reviews.
• Undertake research, under appropriate supervision and in the context of a wider team, draft reports and develop policy recommendations.

2. Project Management

• Assist to the management of both the substantive and organisational aspects of projects in the wider context of the approved phase II Strategic Plan of the International Task Force on Teachers for EFA and its articulation with the UNESCO Teachers Strategy to ensure timely delivery of high quality outputs.
• Plan and conduct field missions, meetings and workshops.
• Contribute to the preparation of conferences, seminars and workshops organised or co-organised by the Division.
• Co-ordinate and supervise contributions from external consultants and other junior colleagues working on the projects.

3. Liaison and Representation

• Contribute to establish and reinforce professional contacts with other parts of UNESCO, research and government institutions in member states, key organisations and individuals outside, in the field of teacher development and education policy.
• Co-operate with other UNESCO divisions and institutes as well as stakeholders in the Task Force membership and networking this work, as required.
• Liaise with relevant officials from member states, notably with regard to data/information collection and monitoring of activities implemented at the field level.
• Present the activities in relevant international events and deliver presentations and/or papers.

4. Contribution to the Work Programme

• Contribute to the overall development of the Task Force 's Programme of activities, particularly in respect to Phase II Strategic Plan.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION

• Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in Education or related areas.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• At least, 4 years of progressively relevant experience in education, development programmes or project management in a relevant field, both at national and international level.

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES

• Demonstrated professional experience in the field of education development and/or Education for All.
• Demonstrated ability to provide intellectual leadership.
• Good knowledge and understanding of the international development agenda, in particular in the field teacher education.
• Experience in monitoring and reporting on multi-partner education projects or programmes.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work with partners across continents.
• Excellent drafting skills and proven experience of producing comprehensive reports.
• Excellent IT skills.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment and team cooperation.

LANGUAGES

• Excellent knowledge of English or French, good working knowledge of the other.

BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS

UNESCO's salaries are calculated in US dollars and exempt from income tax. They consist of a basic salary and a post adjustment which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station and exchange rates. Other benefits include: 30 days annual leave, family allowance, home travel, education grant for dependent children, pension plan and medical insurance. Please note that UNESCO is a non-smoking Organization.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please send your application letter, UNESCO CV ( CV Form to be used ), in English to Ms Marina Forzani, Division for Teachers and Higher Education, Education Sector, 7 place de Fontenoy 75352 Paris 07-SP, France, or by email ma.forzani@unesco.org; Application files will have to reach UNESCO Headquarters before 29 November 2013 midnight (Paris time).

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Job: Head of Division

Location: Paris
Closing Date: Friday, 06 December 2013

The OECD's mission – Better Policies for Better Lives – promotes policies that will improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world. It provides a unique forum in which governments work together to share experiences on what drives economic, social and environmental change, seeking solutions to common problems.

The Trade and Agriculture Directorate (TAD), in line with the strategic objectives of the Secretary-General, provides relevant and timely information and advice in support of governments' efforts to improve the domestic and international performance of their trade, agriculture, food and fishery policies and to maintain the orderly use of export credits.

The Agro-Food Trade and Markets (ATM) Division undertakes quantitative and qualitative, policy-relevant analysis within the agro-food sector. A key output is the annual agricultural outlook publication prepared jointly with the UN Food and Agricultural Organisation (FAO). In support of these medium-term commodity projections and related analysis, the Division is responsible for the development and maintenance of the Aglink partial equilibrium model and its underlying global databases. In addition to outlook work, market analysis often extends into broader food chain issues such as health and nutrition, food waste, price formation, international trade and competition along the food chain.

The Division also has primary responsibility for the OECD input into the Agricultural Market Information System (AMIS) recently created by the G20, headquartered in Rome with the FAO. AMIS aims to enhance food market transparency and encourage coordination of policy action in response to market uncertainty with respect to the four grains that are particularly important in international food markets, namely wheat, maize, rice and soybeans.

The Head of Division is also responsible for the OECD Agricultural Codes and Schemes Unit (Seeds Schemes, Forest Seed and Plant Scheme, Tractor Codes, Fruit and Vegetable Scheme) which facilitates international trade through the simplification and harmonisation of documentary, inspection and testing procedures. There are currently 63 country members in one or more of these voluntary programmes.

We are looking for a senior professional to identify emerging policy issues and develop a timely programme of work, lead and manage a highly qualified team, develop evidence-based policy analysis and advice, and disseminate the results at high profile international fora. S/he will be required to work in close consultation with national delegates, other international organisations (especially the FAO) and both private sector and civil society representatives. S/he will also be expected to contribute towards the organisation's major initiatives including the global governance agenda, fostering collaboration between TAD, other OECD directorates and the OSG/Sherpa Unit through horizontal strategies.

The selected person will have excellent management and communication skills, a strong analytical background and a deep knowledge of current and emerging policy issues in the relevant areas and benefit from a wide professional network. S/he should have a proven track record of delivering high quality and policy relevant outputs to tight deadlines, and presenting findings in international meetings and public/media events. Reporting to the Director, s/he will have line management experience in a multicultural environment.

Main Responsibilities

Strategic vision and leadership

• In line with the strategic orientations of the Secretary-General, contribute to identification of the priority areas of work and appropriate research methodologies in the area of agricultural markets, increasing the impact of policy recommendations in member and partner countries and working towards increased integration of emerging economies in the work programme. Direct related analytical work, taking into account external developments and ensure timely and tailored policy advise to assist countries in advancing their reform agendas.
• Provide broad direction and advice to the Head of the OECD Codes and Schemes Unit on the development of strategic plans for the programmes and the management of sensitive emerging political issues as they arise.
• Ensure that the Directorate's contributions to the AMIS project are timely and appropriate with a special emphasis on developing and maintaining a policy focus to the work.
• Communicate clearly and effectively OECD goals and the strategies for achieving them. Help others understand how their daily work contributes to the OECD mission and objectives, and inspire staff to proactively contribute to them.
• Contribute actively as a member of the Directorate's senior management team in discussions on corporate priorities and planning of the overall work of the Directorate.Management and co-ordination
• Lead, manage and support staff to deliver high quality economic and policy information, analysis and advice, in support of identified Division work plans, corporate initiatives, and emerging new priorities.Establish high standards of performance and demonstrate a commitment to excellence.
• Create an environment conducive to teamwork, continuous learning, innovation, and active collaboration inside and outside the OECD.

Representation and liaison

• Ensure effective support for the Committees, their subsidiary bodies and related groups that oversee the work carried out by the Division including Division responsibility for the Group on Commodity Markets, the Food Chain Analysis Network, the Aglink-Cosimo User Group and the World Outlook Group (national/international organisations involved in agricultural outlook work). Facilitate effective participation of national delegates, other international organisations, and both private sector and civil society representatives.Represent the OECD at high-level meetings and conferences involving senior policy makers and representatives of business, labour, academia, NGOs and the media.

Candidate's profile

Academic Background

An advanced university degree in agricultural economics or other relevant disciplines. Professional BackgroundAt least 10 years' relevant experience at senior/managerial levels, including experience in government or an international organisation.

Experience providing agricultural commodity market projections using economic models.

Extensive knowledge of trade and agricultural policies, including as related to trade and agriculture.LanguagesAn 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.

Core Competencies

Please refer to the OECD Core Competenciesand the level 5 indicators.

Contract Duration

3 year fixed term, with the possibility of renewal.

What the OECD offers

Monthly base salary starting from 8.811,70 EUR exempt of French tax, plus allowances based on eligibility.

NB: The appointment may be made at a lower grade if the qualifications and professional experience of the selected applicant correspond to that grade; in this case, the duties and responsibilities assigned will be adjusted accordingly.

The OECD is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified candidates to apply.

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Job: Programmer - Modeller

Location: Paris
Deadline: Thursday, 02 January 2014

The OECD's mission - Better Policies for Better Lives - promotes policies that will improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world. It provides a unique forum in which governments work together to share experiences on what drives economic, social and environmental change, seeking solutions to common problems.

The Environment and Economy Integration (EEI) Division of the Environment Directorate undertakes policy-orientated research in a number of areas at the interface between the environment and the economy, including\: the links between policy settings and economic and environmental outcomes, environment-economy modelling, resource productivity and waste, and trade and environment.

The modelling team uses large-scale economic models to assess the linkages between economic activity and environmental challenges. Most of the policy analyses undertaken by the team are based on quantitative assessments, using the multi-regional global recursive-dynamic computable general equilibrium model ENV-Linkages. An overview of recent activities of the team can be found at www.oecd.org/environment/modelling.

The EEI Division is looking for a Programmer-Modeller to contribute to the Environment Directorate (ENV) work on improving the modelling tools operated by the team using the GAMS software. The selected candidate will work under the supervision and general guidance of a Senior Economist.

Main responsibilities

Model development

• Contribute to the maintenance and further development of a world Computable General Equilibrium (CGE) model (ENV-Linkages) and related quantitative frameworks operated by the modelling team at ENV.
• Improve the modelling framework with changes to the model code, such as recoding the GAMS program to allow a flexible aggregation of model regions and sectors (i.e. increase the modularity of the model) and improving the numerical robustness of the model code.
• Perform other programming tasks as required.

Database management and documentation

• When applicable, update the databases underpinning the model as well as other related databases needed for model developments.
• Contribute to the documentation of the model and its code in order to make it publicly available.
• Assist with preparing model outputs to be used in OECD reports, including representing quantitative results in clear graphs.

Organisation-wide collaboration

• Liaise with relevant staff in other Directorates on the use of in-house databases and relevant software, as well as assist in communications with other Organisations.

Candidate's profile

Academic and professional background

• Proficiency in using the General Algebric Modeling System (GAMS) to solve large-scale modelling applications.
• An advanced university degree in economics, econometrics, operations research, mathematics or another relevant discipline.
• At least three years of practical modelling experience.
• Knowledge of environmental economics and issues related to global environmental problems (e.g. climate change or biodiversity) would be an advantage.
• A demonstrated ability in optimization or CGE modelling would be preferable.
• Broader programming skills would be considered an asset.

Communication and OECD official languages

• Good interpersonal skills, including the ability to maintain harmonious working relations with staff at all levels in a multicultural environment.
• Excellent knowledge of one of the two official languages of the Organisation (English and French); very good knowledge of the other.

Core Competencies

Please refer to the OECD Core Competencies and the level 2 indicators.

Contract Duration\: 1 year fixed term, with the possibility of renewal. Ideal starting date\: January 2014

What the OECD offers

Monthly base salary starting from 4,187.34 EUR exempt of French income tax, plus allowances based on eligibility.

NB. Short-listed candidates may be asked to take a written test as part of the screening for candidates.

NB\: The appointment may initially be made at a lower grade if the qualifications and professional experience of the selected applicant correspond to that grade; in this case, the duties and responsibilities assigned will be adjusted accordingly.

The OECD is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified candidates to apply.

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Job: Senior Private Pensions Expert

Location: Paris
Deadline: Thursday, 02 January 2014

The OECD's mission - Better Policies for Better Lives - promotes policies that will improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world. It provides a unique forum in which governments work together to share experiences on what drives economic, social and environmental change, seeking solutions to common problems

The Financial Affairs Division of the Directorate for Financial and Enterprise Affairs (DAF/FIN) is looking for a dynamic Senior Private Pensions Expert with leadership qualities to advance the work of the Insurance and Private Pensions Committee (IPPC) and its Working Party on Private Pensions (WPPP). S/he will report to the Head of the Financial Affairs Division of the Directorate for Financial and Enterprise Affairs and will work in close co-ordination with the Head of the Private Pensions Unit.

The IPPC and its Working Party establish international standards and good practices in private pension regulation and provide a leading source of analysis and monitoring of private pension systems for OECD member countries. They also co-operate closely with key non-member economies and assist policy-making through expert meetings and international conferences. Further information can be found at www.oecd.org/daf/pensions

Main Responsibilities

• Manage the work on pension regulation as well as G20/OECD related work on institutional investors and long-term investment financing.
• Support the work of the OECD Working Party on Private Pensions (WPPP), working in close collaboration with the Head of the Private Pension Unit.
• Prepare in-depth analytical reports on cutting-edge issues related to private pensions and institutional investors for intergovernmental discussion.
• Present OECD work at meetings, and to expert and laymen audiences.
• Liaise with other OECD directorates on issues of common interest and prepare briefings and background notes for DAF Directors and the Office of the Secretary-General.
• Liaise with other international organisations and relevant stakeholders to ensure synergies with OECD projects and advance international work on private pensions, pension regulation and long-term investment.
• Contribute as requested, to other areas of the Division's work and carry out other duties as required.

Ideal candidate profile

Academic Background

• An advanced university degree in finance and/or economics, or equivalent qualification in pensions and/or the insurance field.
• Professional Background
• At least 8 years' experience in finance, pensions and/or insurance regulation, research or practice, or related fields (e.g. asset management, long-term investment financing).
• Experience in a pension or insurance regulatory or supervisory body (or other relevant government policymaking authority) or in an international organisation would be an advantage.

Languages

• 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.

Core competencies

please refer to the OECD Core Competencies and the level 4 indicators.

The OECD is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified candidates to apply.

Contract Duration

Fixed term for two years with the possibility of renewal

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Job: Surveillance & Intervention Officer

Location: Paris

The OECD's mission - Better Policies for Better Lives - promotes policies that will improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world. It provides a unique forum in which governments work together to share experiences on what drives economic, social and environmental change, seeking solutions to common problems.

Within the OECD Executive Directorate (EXD), Conference Security and Language Services (CSL), the Conferences and Security Division's Safety and Assistance Service (SAP) is responsible for the registration desk (badges, parking), fire safety (fire, first aid, prevention) and general security at the Organisation's headquarters and annexes (security of officials, buildings, VIPs and delegates).

The SAP is looking for a surveillance and intervention officer to perform on a rotating basis the tasks of site security supervisor in the Site Control Centre (SCC) and intervention officer at the various sites occupied by the OECD.

The nature of the post implies that the selected candidate will be regularly called upon to work outside office hours, on weekends and public holidays. The selected candidate will report directly to the Head of the Safety Unit.

Main Responsibilities\:

Site security supervisor responsibilities\:

This site security supervisor position is manned 24 hours a day, and 365 days a year. Therefore, this part of the role requires 12-hour shifts, alternately days and nights.

• Carry out overall monitoring of all OECD sites by means of existing remote surveillance, access control and intruder alarm systems.
• Using existing video systems, conduct regular remote surveillance patrols, monitor interventions on the ground and carry out checks to determine whether to take action or dismiss false alarms.
• Ensure that all access controls, intruder alarms and remote surveillance systems are operational. Adjust officer deployment arrangements in the event of a failure and rapidly report any malfunctions.
• Take immediate and appropriate action in response to security, fire safety or technical alarms.
• Monitor the arrival and departure of permanent staff or sub-contractors at headquarters and site annexes, and take the necessary steps in the event of absence to ensure continuity of service.
• Respond to emergency telephone calls at nights and during week-ends.Compile SCC statistics, keep the security logbook up to date, and draft intervention reports.
• In the absence of the officials responsible for the Fire Safety Unit, monitor the activities of SSIAP 1/SSIAP 2 officers stationed at the SCC.
• Ensure that sub-contractors are properly deployed on the field and have clear instructions on security or safety arrangements or in the event of crisis management, and ensure accomplishment of tasks.
• Actively participate in safety and security improvements at the headquarters site and annexes and in process validation and update of instructions by participating in exercises.

Intervention responsibilities\:

The intervention responsibilities require 8 or 12-hour shifts.

• Respond immediately when ordered by the site security supervisor to carry out any type of intervention (security, fire safety, intruder alarms, major crisis, emergency assistance to a victim) at all OECD sites and provide appropriate report.
• Ensure the proper functioning and security of the Conference Centre by managing flows of visitors, vehicles or deliveries.
• Carry out daily surveillance patrols in all OECD buildings, check that the various security systems are fully operational and report any malfunctions noted as quickly as possible.
• In collaboration with other members of the SCC team, participate in the deployment of fire safety and security arrangements.
• Participate actively in simulation drills in order to acquire the best possible responses and reflexes in dealing with such situations.
• Manage sub-contractors' employees, supervise their work and deployment, update instructions and monitor their training.
• As and when required, replace the site security supervisor or absent officers and provide any additional reinforcement needed during peak hours at different work stations in the Unit.

Candidate's profile\:

Academic Background\:

• A good level of secondary education.
• Valid driving licence for category B vehicles.

N.B\: The successful candidate will be required, in the context of an OECD training plan, to complete the training programme for and to obtain the SSIAP 1 certificate within six months of his/her appointment. If s/he fails to do so, the contract will be terminated at the end of the six-month probationary period.

Professional Background\:

• At least two years experience in the security and safety field, either in an institutional setting (police, gendarmerie, army, etc.) or in the private sector.

Tools\:

• Basic operational familiarity with the Microsoft Office software suite (Word, Excel and Outlook).

Languages\:

• An excellent written and oral command of French, and working knowledge of English, the other official language of the OECD.

Core Competencies

Please refer to the OECD Core Competencies and the level 1 indicators.

Contract Duration

2-year fixed term, with the possibility of renewal.

What the OECD offers

Monthly base salary starting from 3 157.75 € net of French taxes plus allowances based on eligibility.

NB\: The appointment may be made at a lower grade if the qualifications and professional experience of the selected applicant correspond to that grade; in this case, the duties and responsibilities assigned will be adjusted accordingly.

The OECD is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified candidates to apply.

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Job: Translators - French Translation Section

Location: Paris

The OECD's mission - Better Policies for Better Lives - promotes policies that will improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world. It provides a unique forum in which governments work together to share experiences on what drives economic, social and environmental change, seeking solutions to common problems.

The Translation Division (TRA) within the Conference Security and Language Services (CSL) of the Executive Directorate (EXD), provides translations into official (French and English) and non-official languages for OECD official documents and publications and other language-related activities, such as terminology.

CSL/TRA is looking for dynamic professionals to produce translations into French of various types of texts in specific fields related to the OECD activities, and participate in terminological activities. The selected candidates will report to the Head of the Division.

Main Responsibilities\:

Translation\:

• Produce and meet deadlines for translations from English into French of texts of all kinds (documents, publications, speeches, press releases, OECD website pages, correspondence, etc.) pertaining to economics and/or different areas of expertise (agriculture and fisheries, development, education, taxation, digital economy, economic policy, etc.).
• Translate urgent texts on subjects outside of his/her areas of expertise.
• Revise the work of freelance translators in his/her own specialist areas of expertise to ensure that quality translations are delivered and which meet OECD standards and clients requirements and deadlines.

Terminology\:

• Regularly monitor new developments in his/her specialist area of expertise and share the information and knowledge acquired through this watching brief with the other translators and officials in the division.
• Actively and methodically participate in the enrichment of the OECD terminology portal in his/her specialist areas of expertise, collaborating with OECD experts working in these areas.

Candidate's profile\:

Academic Background\:

• Advanced professional translation qualification from a leading institute or school of translation or equivalent.

Professional Background\:

• A minimum of three years' relevant experience producing translation from English into French, preferably gained in an international organisation.
• Proven experience in the translation of texts and participation in projects requiring the translation of texts dealing with economics.
• Proven experience in the translation of texts in specialist subject areas (agriculture and fisheries, development, education, taxation, digital economy, economic policy, etc.) would constitute a significant advantage.

Tools\:

• Excellent knowledge and regular use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with terminology work and tools, including web tools.
• A working knowledge of computer-aided translation tools would be an advantage.

Languages\:

• Native French and perfect knowledge of French culture.
• Excellent knowledge of and professional capacity to translate from English.
• Knowledge and translation competence in another language relevant to the Organisation's work would be a distinct advantage.

Core Competencies

Please refer to the full list of OECD Core Competencies and the level 3 indicators.

Contract Duration

2 year fixed term, with the possibility of renewal.

What the OECD offers

Monthly base salary starting from 5,400 EUR exempt of French income tax, plus allowances based on eligibility.

Please note, the appointment may be made at a lower grade based on the qualifications and professional experience of the selected applicant.

The OECD is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified candidates to apply.

N.B.\: Qualified candidates will be invited to sit a written examination on 18^th December 2013.

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