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 Public Governance Directorate (GOV) works to help governments at all levels design and implement strategic, evidence-based and innovative policies to strengthen public governance, respond effectively to diverse and disruptive economic, social and environmental challenges and deliver on government’s commitments to citizens.

The Anti-corruption and Integrity in Government Division (ACIG), within GOV, helps governments design and implement comprehensive public integrity strategies in alignment with the OECD Recommendation on Public Integrity, the OECD Recommendation on Principles for Transparency and Integrity in Lobbying, and the OECD Recommendation on Guidelines for Managing Conflict-of-Interest in the Public Service. To do so, ACIG focuses its work in three areas: (i) anti-corruption efforts, (ii) fraud and corruption internal control, risk management and audit systems, and (iii) strengthening political integrity. ACIG develops standards and guiding principles, facilitates policy dialogue, generates comparative country data, and assesses and assists countries’ public integrity systems.

ACIG is looking for a temporary staff member to support the work programme of the Division and carry out the responsibilities below. The individual will report to the Team Lead, Internal Control and Audit Policies.

Main Responsibilities

Research, analysis and drafting

• Lead analysis in support of ACIG's current initiatives related to fraud prevention systems in governments;

• Lead the formulation of tailored policy assessments and recommendations, taking into account country context, good practices and comparative evidence from OECD member and non-member countries;
• Develop practical materials, tools and guidance that governments can use for strengthening their strategies, policies and practices;

• Draft reports, presentations and articles aimed at both technical and non-technical audiences;

Liaison, representation and dissemination

• Support the planning and implementation of capacity-building activities (e.g. workshops and seminars) on core and emerging topics;
• Participate in fact-finding or other missions to Member countries and non-Member economies, as required.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Academic Background

• Advanced university degree in accounting, law, auditing, public policy or similar.
• Relevant professional certification (e.g., CPA/CA, CFE or equivalent) would be an advantage.

Professional Background

• Three to seven years of professional experience in the area of fraud prevention, detection and mitigation, preferably with experience in the public sector.
  • Experience working in forensic auditing, conducting investigations, or compliance checks with a focus on identifying, preventing, and resolving fraudulent activities would be an advantage.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement effective fraud detection strategies and systems, incorporating both preventive and detective controls. Experience in training and leading teams in fraud awareness and detection techniques.
  • Strong analytical skills with experience in using data analytics tools to identify trends, anomalies, and patterns indicative of fraudulent activity would be an advantage. Familiarity with emerging technologies in fraud detection, such as machine learning and blockchain would be an advantage.
  • Experience designing or participating in risk assessments, particularly data-driven approaches. Familiarity with risk assessment methodologies and experience in developing and implementing fraud prevention strategies.
  • Proven track record in presenting highly technical subjects in writing as well as orally to upper management or high-level public officials or a non-expert audience in a compelling manner.
  • Proven track record in project management and multi-tasking would be an advantage.

Core Competencies

• Enable people, (level 1);
• Vision and strategy, ethics and integrity, achieve results, collaboration and horizontality, innovate and embrace change (level 2);

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.

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.

Contract Duration 

• 12 months, renewable.  
• Ideal start date: as soon as possible.

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).