Junior Policy Analyst – Development Impact and Digital

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 Development Co-operation Directorate (DCD) encourages coordinated, innovative, international action to accelerate the implementation of Agenda 2030 in developing countries, and improve the financing of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The Directorate helps set international standards for development co-operation, supporting the OECD Development Assistance Committee (DAC), and monitors how donors deliver on their commitments. Drawing upon OECD-wide expertise, DCD supports members and partners with data, analysis and guidance.  

DCD’s Reform and Partnerships for Development Impact (RPDI) Division is uniquely placed to enable quality, innovative and adaptive development co-operation for improved impact. RPDI works by spurring behaviour change and reform, creating and monitoring norms and standards, increasing accountability and enabling Development Assistance Committee members to learn from each other. RPDI is also producing, bringing in and using evidence – grounded in the experience of members, non-members and their development partners – of what is working and why in development co-operation policies and practices, structures and systems. 

DCD is looking for a Junior Policy Analyst to support analytical, policy, and peer‑learning activities related to digital transformation and digital public infrastructure (DPI) in low- and middle-income countries. This includes contributing to OECD analysis, policy dialogues, and the strengthening of funders’ practices in alignment with international standards and frameworks. The role will contribute to shaping and implementing a new OECD DAC work stream on digital transformation, aimed at producing high‑quality policy insights that enable international funders to make informed decisions in the digital domain. The successful candidate will work closely with internal and external partners to help ensure the delivery of coherent, evidence‑based outputs that respond to the needs and priorities of DAC members and partners. S/he successful candidate will report to the Senior Policy Analyst / Team Lead for Development Impact and Digital, under the overall guidance of the RPDI Head of Division.  

Job Description

Main Responsibilities 

Policy Research and Analysis 

• Contribute research and analytical work on digital transformation in development co-operation, including  digital public infrastructure, digital public goods, data governance, digital inclusion and gender and digital divides. 
• Review and synthesise academic literature, policy documents, country strategies, funder strategies and programmes, and international initiatives related to DPI, digital sovereignty and inclusive digital transformation.  
• Contribute to the collection, cleaning, and analysis of qualitative and quantitative data relevant to DPI, digital transformation and development outcomes across sectors. 

Drafting and Analytical Outputs 

• Support drafting sections of OECD policy reports, working papers, policy briefs, and background notes related to digital transformation and DPI. 
• Prepare concise briefings, talking points, presentations, and summaries for internal use, senior management, and members of the OECD peer learning group on digital transformation.  
• Contribute to the formulation of policy messages and recommendations grounded in OECD standards, evidence, and partner country realities. 

Project Support and Coordination 

• Provide analytical and coordination contributions to the Senior Policy Analyst / Team Lead for Development Impact and Digital with work planning, including producing timelines, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders. 
• Contribute to the organisation and follow-up of peer learning meetings, consultations, and policy dialogues with key stakeholders including members of the OECD DAC, international organisations working on DPI, representatives of low and middle income countries as well as representatives of foundations, civil society and private sector organisations.  
• Prepare meeting documentation, agendas, participant briefs, and summaries of peer learning discussions. 

Stakeholder Engagement and Knowledge Sharing 

• Support liaison with colleagues across the OECD, including DCD, the Directorate for Science, Technology and Innovation and the Public Governance Directorate to ensure coherence and cross-Directorate collaboration. 
• Assist in engaging with external stakeholders and partners working on digital development and DPI. 
• Contribute to dissemination activities, including drafting web content, blogs, short publications, and communication materials to share OECD findings with broader audiences. 
• Contribute, as required, to horizontal and multidisciplinary projects and other outputs of DCD. 

Qualifications

Ideal Candidate Profile 

Academic Background 

• An advanced university degree or equivalent in public policy, international development, economics, digital governance, political science, international relations, or a related field. 

Professional Background 

• A minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience in policy analysis or research.  
• Experience in international organisations, development agencies, government, think tanks or research institutions desirable.  
• Demonstrated experience or strong interest in digital transformation, digital public infrastructure, digital development or Artificial Intelligence (AI) is desirable. 
• Proven ability to draft high-quality analytical outputs, such as reports and policy briefs, drawing on analysis of quantitative/qualitative data, to effectively communicate key messages on development data and trends 
• Excellent organisational skills, ability to work independently as well as to contribute to team efforts. 
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to make public presentations, facilitate group discussions, and to work flexibly in a team environment, adapting to evolving demands from Members and other stakeholders. 

Tools 

• A high level of proficiency using the standard Microsoft Office suite, including Excel. 
• Experience in – or clear commitment to develop knowledge – in AI-related tools and business  practices of relevance to development co-operation. 

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 1); Enable People (Level 1); Ethics and Integrity (Level 1); Collaboration and Horizontality (Level 2); Achieve Results (Level 1); 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 midnight 17 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 5 279.34 EUR, plus allowances based on eligibility, exempt of French income tax.  

• Click here to consult the Staff Regulations applicable to officials of the OECD. Please note that from 1 July 2025, all Official appointments will be made under the OECD’s new contractual modalities. 

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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 

The recruitment process may entail an aptitude test, including activities designed to evaluate cognitive abilities such as problem-solving and logical reasoning, as well as analytical thinking and transferable skills aligned with our Core Competencies Framework. Please refer to the aptitude test guidelines to help you prepare.   

For further retained candidates, the selection process may include a video-recorded interview, written assessment and a panel interview. 

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.