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 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. As well as providing corporate services, functions and management support to our staff and Members, we provide integrated, strategic and expert advice on corporate policies and management issues to the Secretary-General, to Council and to Standing Committees, to which we regularly report on corporate matters. We also provide compliance and risk management functions (for management areas under our purview. Ours is a fast-paced environment focused on delivering management excellence across all our functions.
Within the OECD’s Executive Directorate (EXD), the Human Resource Management Service (HRM) is responsible for providing stewardship of the Organisation’s human capital on behalf of the Secretary-General. Overseeing three divisions (HR Operations, the Client Services Group (CSG) and the Talent Management and Analytics Group), EXD/HRM’s Head Office provides strategic HR direction, leadership in corporate and legal matters and oversight and co-ordination for the Organisation at large.
EXD/HRM is looking for a Recruitment Co-ordinator to join the Executive Leadership (EL) recruitment team within the Client Services Group. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality, timely, and efficient administrative support for end-to-end recruitment for Executive Leadership roles. This role will be part of piloting the new talent acquisition model that is client-centric, maximises process and technology efficiencies, and provides a transparent and fair experience to all candidates.
The Recruitment Co-ordinator will report to the EL Recruitment Lead and work in close collaboration with the EL Recruiter, hiring directorates and candidates. This is a highly visible and sensitive area of work requiring discretion, expertise and good judgment.
Main Responsibilities
Executive Leadership Recruitment Support
Support the planning, execution and monitoring of each EL recruitment process, under the supervision of the EL Recruitment Lead.Track EL recruitment updates and milestones for the team and collaborate with cross-functional teams within HRM and across EXD as relevant to ensure alignment with recruitment goals.Coordinate and schedule kick-off meetings and interviews, liaising as needed with key stakeholders.Support the EL Recruiter, to ensure the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) is up to date for each step of the recruitment process including job posting and timely candidate communication via the platform.Conduct reference checks of recommended candidates and ensure the liaison with the Assessment Centre and Executive Search providers.Support the EL Recruitment Lead with data collection and analysis, developing presentations, document reviews.Identify, initiate and/or support process improvement projects and initiatives to deliver greater efficiency and effectiveness, particularly through the use of digitalisation and automation.Provide administrative support to all aspects of the recruitment process for EL positions and ensure recruitment activities comply with Staff Rules and Regulations.CSG Administrative Support
Provide back-up administrative support to the Client Services Group (CSG), including projects, planning or internal coordination efforts.Organise CSG All staff meetings, act as note-taker, and track follow-up actions.Coordinate the inputs to the monthly RMA Reminder newsletter.Assist with the management of the generic mailboxes, responding to requests and liaising with relevant team members.Provide administrative support to the Client Services Group as necessary.Maintain and organise content on CSG’s internal document management site.Support the Head of CSG with team-wide projects and initiatives (Continuous learning and process improvement
Stay informed about HRM commitments, key activities and milestones.Adopt a continuous learning approach with regard to evolving corporate systems and procedures and other relevant IT tools.Keep abreast of the relevant HR rules pertaining to assigned workflows.Ideal Candidate Profile
Academic Background
Secondary education, preferably with training in human resource management, post-secondary education is a plus.Professional Background
Proven professional experience in Human Resources, Recruitment and/or related field.Experience demonstrating the ability to work independently and with good judgementStrong organisation and time management skills and ability to manage competing prioritiesExperience demonstrating the ability to communicate, foster and maintain excellent working relations with colleagues at all levels within the HR Service and across the Organisation.Experience in Human Resource management in an international organisation would be an advantage.Good knowledge and understanding of the human resources (HR) management policies, procedures and practices, or the ability to acquire this knowledge rapidly.Tools
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.Experience with ATS e.g. SmartRecruiters.Languages
Fluency in one of the two OECD official languages (English and French) and ability to work efficiently in the other.Knowledge of other languages would be an asset.Core Competencies
OECD staff are expected to demonstrate behaviors 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 1).To learn more about the definitions for each competency for levels 1-3, please refer to OECD Core Competencies.Closing Date
This vacancy should be filled as soon as possible, and applications should reach us no later than 23:59, 31 August 2025 (Paris time).Contract Duration
24-month fixed-term appointment, with the possibility of renewal to a maximum of 36 months.
What the OECD offers
Depending on level of experience, monthly salary starts at 3 809,51 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.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 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.