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, working 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, the OECD provides 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. Ours is a fast-paced environment focused on delivering management excellence across all of our functions.
THE HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SERVICE (EXD/HRM)
Within the Executive Directorate, the Human Resource Management Service (EXD/HRM) is responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership in managing the OECD’s human capital. It comprises three divisions (HR Operations, the Client Services Group and the Talent Management and Analytics Group), with a central Head Office providing direction and oversight.
EXD/HRM is looking for a dynamic and strategic Organisational Development Lead to spearhead transformation and continuous improvement across the Organisation. This role will design, develop, and implement organisational strategies that strengthen the structure, enhance effectiveness, and enable strategic workforce planning. With a small, high-performing team, they will lead cross-functional initiatives, embed change, and ensure organisational alignment of the HR strategy and the OECD’s business requirements. The selected candidate will report to the Head of the Talent Management and Analytics Group (TMA).
Organisational Development and Change
Lead the design and implement organisational development (OD) strategies that strengthen the OECD’s structure, enable strategic workforce planning and enhance organisational effectiveness. Translate business priorities into actionable talent and organisational solutions that build agility and future-readiness.Lead end-to-end strategic workforce planning, including recruitment forecasting, performance management, and mobility strategies.Design and oversee organisational change initiatives, embedding change management approaches across a range of stakeholders.Align OD initiatives with the OECD’s strategy and service delivery models, ensuring measurable impact.Monitor and evaluate HR change programmes, applying data and insights to improve design and execution.Stakeholder Engagement
Serve as a strategic advisor to senior management on organisational design, workforce transformation and cultural change.Engage with Directorates and corporate services to co-create development initiatives and enhance organisational alignment.Steward a corporate advisory body on strategic workforce planning and co-ordinate with relevant working groups.Build internal capability for managing organisational change through guidance, tools, and targeted training.Foster collaboration with the HR and Finance Services and Resource Management Advisors (RMAs) to deliver integrated, data-informed workforce solutions.Team Leadership
Lead and manage a small, high-performing team supporting OD and talent activities.Provide guidance and coaching, promote development, and foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment.Academic Background
An advanced university degree in human resources, organisational development, public administration or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.Professional Background
At least seven years of relevant experience in organisational development, strategic workforce planning, or change management in complex, international environments.Proven ability to translate strategic goals into OD programmes and deliver tangible results.Deep understanding of HR systems and structures, including service delivery models.Strong experience in stakeholder engagement and managing cross-functional collaboration.Familiarity with OD frameworks and methodologies, including data-driven decision-making.Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.Core Competencies, Technical Skills and Tools
OECD staff are expected to demonstrate behaviours aligned to six core competencies which will be assessed as part of this hiring process: Vision and Strategy (Level 2); Enable People (Level 3); Ethics and Integrity (Level 3); Collaboration and Horizontality (Level 2); Achieve Results (Level 3); Innovate and Embrace Change (Level 2). Please refer to OECD Core Competencies.Technical Skills: Demonstrate advanced proficiency in Corporate Policy Analysis and Design, Impact Analysis, Change Management and HR Strategy. Please refer to OECD Technical Skills Depository.Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and relevant data and project management tools.Familiarity with HR analytics platforms and tools would be an asset.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 20 August 2025 (Paris time).Contract Duration
Open-ended appointment, with no foreseen end date.What the OECD Offers
Monthly base salary starting from 9.235,73 EUR (CF6/1), plus allowances based on eligibility, exempt of French income tax.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.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
For retained candidates, the selection process may include a video-recorded interview, job-based assessment and panel interviews.
The OECD is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes 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.