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The International Energy Agency (IEA) is an intergovernmental organisation with 32 member countries committed to advancing security of energy supply, economic growth and environmental sustainability through energy policy co-operation. The IEA operates as an autonomous body within the framework of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development. The IEA seeks opportunities to work with an increasing number of non-member countries of growing importance to global energy markets.
The Agency aims to foster the contribution of the energy sector to economic development and environmental sustainability.
The IEA seeks to recruit a Head of its Electricity Markets Division (EMD) to lead its programme of work on analysis and support the implementation of effective policies, regulations, and market designs that will ensure secure, affordable power systems. EMD undertakes quantitative and qualitative analysis related to power markets and provides policy advice to inform policy makers on best practices, across the whole value chain, that can contribute to a more secure and cost-efficient electricity system. The main responsibility of Head of EMD is to to guide complex analytical work, translate results into policy-relevant messages and deliver these messages effectively to policy-makers in IEA Member, Accession, Association and Partner countries. The selected candidate will lead a team of enthusiastic professionals under the general guidance of the Director of Energy Markets and Security contributing to the development of the Directorate’s strategic direction and securing funding for its activities.
The selected candidate will possess detailed knowledge of power markets as well as a broad knowledge and understanding of energy-related issues beyond the scope of the Head’s direct responsibilities. The Head of Division has line management responsibility for the Division’s budget and supervises a team of enthusiastic professionals working on all aspects of electricity markets, including market design, systems integration and security, and power system decarbonization.
Leadership and Management
Lead IEA’s work on electricity security and electricity market analysis in all relevant technical, economic and institutional aspects. This includes overseeing the regular Electricity Market Report of the IEA. Lead the strategic design and implementation of the work programme on electricity security. The IEA’s work on electricity market analysis covers system integration of variable renewables, power system transformation and electricity market design relevant for maintaining efficient and effective electric system operations, ensuring capacity adequacy and system flexibility as well as establishing/maintaining relevant infrastructure like grids.Coordinate cross-divisional work, including by participating in and supporting the work on flagship publications of the Agency. Coordinate relevant activities in technical support and capacity building for developing economies within the IEA’s Clean Energy Transitions Programme.Help establish and further develop and implement relevant electricity data and modelling assessment frameworks and toolsEnsure and manage resources to support the Division and the programme of work on electricity markets and secure electricity, whether by obtaining Voluntary Contributions from governments, industry and other organisations, or by in-kind contributions.Coordinate international expert stakeholder advisory groups across a wide range of industry areas, consisting both of relevant IEA staff and external experts.Directly manage the work of energy analysts and secondees that contribute to IEA analysis on electricity markets and secure electricity.Co-ordination, liaison, representation and dissemination
Organise and conduct conferences, seminars and workshops on electricity markets and electricity security. This includes organization of newly established Electricity Security Task Force under the Governing Board.Develop and maintain close relations at senior levels with government, international and regional multilateral organisations, the private sector and research institutions. Identify opportunities for collaborative projects or other co-operative actionsRepresent the IEA at meetings and conferences involving senior policy-makers and representatives of business, labour, academia, NGOs and the media.Contribute to the development of the IEA’s policy messages and communications strategy with key stakeholders, the media and the general public, in order to maximize the value, visibility and impact of the Division’s work.Build collaborative and collegial working relationships with people inside and outside the Agency on cross-cutting projects, publications, policy reviews, conferences, and preparing comprehensive reports on the Agency’s engagement activities.Analysis, advice and drafting
Draft and contribute to IEA policy and other papers for publication or presentation to the IEA's Standing Committees and/or the IEA Governing Board or other bodies.Co-ordinate the Division’s analytical and modelling work, including on system integration of renewables and secure electricity.Translate complex technical results into policy-relevant strategic messages, including assessing implications for energy security, energy system costs and decarbonisation.Summarise analysis in presentations and notes for relevant IEA Committees, the Executive Office and senior management.
Academic Background
Advanced university degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline (energy-related fields economics, public administration, international relations).Professional Background
At least 10 years' experience in international economic policy-making, foreign affairs and public administration.Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with delegations and government officials of Member and non-Member countries.Considerable knowledge and experience of political and economic aspects of national and international energy markets and policy in particular related to electricity, with an emphasis on experience in an international organisation.Demonstrated ability to manage interdisciplinary teams including significant experience in selecting, coaching, developing and appraising staff; providing regular constructive performance feedback; creating an environment conducive to teamwork, innovation and open communication.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 3); Enable People (Level 3); Ethics and Integrity (Level 3); Collaboration and Horizontality (Level 3); Achieve Results (Level 3); Innovate and Embrace Change (Level 3).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.Languages
Fluency in English and knowledge of the other, with a commitment to reach a good working level.Knowledge of other languages would be an asset.Closing Date:
This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should reach us no later than midnight 01 July 2025.Contract Duration
Two-year fixed term appointment, with the possibility of renewal. Please note that our Rules and Regulations stipulate that the mandatory retirement age is 67.What the OECD offers
Monthly base salary starting from 12 448 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.
Selection Process
For retained candidates, video-recorded interviews are foreseen early to mid-July 2025 and panel interviews are planned for end of August 2025.
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