Company Description

THE OECD

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.

DIRECTORATE FOR COMMUNICATIONS

Under the guidance of the Secretary-General, the core mission of the Directorate for Communications (COM) is to maximise the reach and impact of the OECD and its work through clear, cutting-edge and evidence-based communications. The Directorate works in accordance with the OECD Communications Strategy and pursuant to the annual communication plans for which it is responsible, steering organisational efforts on strategic priorities and supporting policy directorates in their communications to specialised audiences. COM holds as a core value an agile, collaborative and supportive culture, one that is marked by positive interaction and accountability among professionals.

COMMUNICATIONS IMPACT, STANDARDS & CAPACITY BUILDING DIVISION

The mission of the division is to build and facilitate a collaborative community of excellence among communication staff at the OECD (One communication function) by promoting effective and consistent communications practices, developing a learning and improvement culture, and mitigating all forms of reputational risk.

Job Description

COM is looking for a Reputational Risk Co-ordinator to work in the Communication Impact, Standards & Capacity Building Division (CISC). The selected candidate will support analysis on mis and disinformation analysis and possible solutions to build internal and external resilience, assess the reputational risk of potential engagements, voluntary contributions and grants between the organisation and third parties. S/he will work under the supervision of the Head of division.

Main Responsibilities

• Assist with the development and implementation of strategies to identify, assess, monitor and mitigate reputational risks.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and provide actionable recommendations to senior management on reputational risks and their potential impact.
• Work closely with colleagues working to understand and mitigate the risks posed by 1) misinformation and disinformation and 2) third-party engagement with non-governmental stakeholders.
• Develop protocols and guidelines for responding to reputational-risk incidents while safeguarding the organisation’s reputation and integrity.
• Perform online monitoring to help detect emerging reputational threats and opportunities .
• Support in the reporting of OECD third-party engagement and the benchmarking of reporting practices by businesses and other international organisations.
• Produce detailed reports for the board concerning reputational risks and their potential impacts.

Qualifications

Ideal Candidate Profile

Academic Background

• An advanced University degree or equivalent in communications, journalism, marketing, business administration or other related discipline.

Professional Background

• Experience in reputational risk management, ideally within a global context.
• Understanding of social media risk management with a growing understanding of the emerging challenges of mis and disinformation.
• A good understanding/interest of the OECD’s substantive work (economy, taxes, education, environment).
• Experience in an international environment and ability to work cross-functionally with multiple stakeholders are key assets.
• Experience in crafting, presenting, and disseminating complex ideas from a variety of data sources.
• Ability to diplomatically handle sensitive situations with target audiences and cultivate productive relationships.
• Strong interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team, and reliable with respect to supporting and assisting others to perform whatever tasks are necessary to help the team achieve its goals.
• Shows pride in collective work and in achievements.

Tools

• Social listening tools (Brandwatch, Talkwalker, etc.)
• Business intelligence research tools.

Core Competencies

• OECD staff are expected to demonstrate behaviours aligned to six core competencies that will be assessed as part of this hiring process: Vision and Strategy (Level 2); Enable People (Level 1); Ethics and Integrity (Level 1); Collaboration and Horizontality (Level 2); Achieve Results (Level 2); Innovate and Embrace Change (Level 2).
• 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 one of the two OECD official languages (English and French) and knowledge of the other, with a commitment to reach a good working level.
• Knowledge of other languages would be an asset.

Additional Information

Contract Duration 

• Six-month, renewable
• Ideal start date: September 2024.

Closing Date

• This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should reach us no later than Monday, 22 July 2024, at 23h59 (CEST/Paris time).

Salary Information  

• Salary and conditions will depend on the experience of the selected candidate as well as on her/his status (temporary staff or official).
• For temporary staff, salary starts at 2,670 EUR.

Selection Process

For retained candidates, written tests/video-recorded interviews are foreseen in end of July 2024 and panel interviews are planned for August 2024.

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.