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Position Title: Young Associate 2025-27
Location: Paris
Country: France
Deadline Date: 1 December 2024

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) is an international organization established to promote policies that improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world. Founded in 1961, the OECD comprises 38 member countries and serves as a platform for governments, policymakers, and citizens to collaborate on evidence-based international standards and solutions to various social, economic, and environmental challenges. The organization focuses on enhancing economic performance, job creation, education, and combating international tax evasion, providing a unique forum for data Analysis, experience exchange, and public policy advice. The International Energy Agency (IEA), operating under the OECD, is dedicated to advancing energy security, Economic Growth, and Environmental Sustainability through cooperative energy policies. The IEA Energy Data Centre (EDC) plays a crucial role in collecting and disseminating global energy data, supporting national Capacity Development, and assisting developing countries in tracking energy transitions.

Job Overview:
The Young Associate will work under the supervision of the Head of Data and Indicators of Energy Transitions section within the Energy Data Centre. This role involves contributing to the IEA's framework aimed at enhancing the capacity of developing countries to monitor energy transitions, particularly in relation to climate policy data. The Young Associate will engage in Desk Research, collaborate with government counterparts, and facilitate workshops at national or regional levels, partnering with organizations like the United Nations and regional entities such as APEC and OLADE. The position requires a proactive approach to developing country-level assessments and recommendations, ensuring that the data collected informs effective climate policies and energy strategies.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Young Associate's responsibilities include conducting background research on innovative methods for collecting energy data and analyzing national data landscapes, including key institutions and climate policy targets in selected developing countries. The role also involves consolidating and strengthening a network of stakeholders at both national and international levels, coordinating consultation activities, and identifying opportunities for joint proposals to enhance national capacities. The Young Associate will contribute to the implementation of the IEA framework for developing national energy statistics, support ongoing capacity-building activities, and provide guidance to developing countries on energy data. Additionally, the role includes organizing bilateral and international events to consult stakeholders and promote the framework, managing consultants when necessary, and supporting various data activities within the EDC, such as energy balances and national emissions data.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an undergraduate degree in statistics, engineering, economics, sociology, law, public policy, Environmental Management, international relations, or a related field, with graduation dates between January 1, 2024, and September 1, 202

• Applications from those holding or enrolled in a Master's, PhD, or equivalent degree will not be considered. Coursework in at least two of the following areas is required: economics, statistics, environmental management, international relations, public policy, or development. Additionally, coursework in statistics or applied mathematics is desirable.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes an undergraduate degree in relevant fields such as statistics, engineering, economics, sociology, law, public policy, environmental management, or international relations. Candidates should have completed coursework in economics, statistics, and environmental management, with a strong preference for those who have also studied applied mathematics. The graduation date must fall between January 1, 2024, and September 1, 2025, ensuring that candidates are recent graduates or soon-to-be graduates.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have a foundational understanding of energy data concepts and the ability to manage databases. While specific prior work experience is not mandated, candidates should demonstrate strong strategic thinking abilities and effective communication skills. The role is designed for recent graduates, so relevant internships or academic projects related to energy data or policy may be beneficial but are not strictly required.

Languages:
Fluency in one of the two official OECD languages, English or French, is mandatory. Candidates should also possess a willingness to learn the other language. This bilingual requirement is essential for effective communication within the organization and with international stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
The position is a two-year fixed-term appointment, starting in September 202

• The application deadline is set for midnight on December 1, 2024 (CET). The monthly base salary for this role is 3,780.34 EUR, exempt from French income tax, with additional allowances based on eligibility. The OECD is committed to equal opportunity employment and encourages applications from all qualified candidates who are nationals of OECD member countries. The organization promotes efficient resource use and encourages staff to contribute to improving its effectiveness.