Executive Head of PARIS21 Secretariat
Quick answer
The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) is seeking a senior Executive Head of PARIS21 Secretariat based in Paris, France, with a base salary of 12,672 EUR per month.
- Role
- Executive Head of PARIS21 Secretariat
- Organization
- Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)
- Location
- Paris, Île-de-France Region, France
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- Monthly base salary starting from 12 672 EUR plus allowances, based on eligibility, exempt of French income tax.
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The Executive Head of PARIS21 will provide strategic leadership to the PARIS21 Secretariat and ensure the effective design and implementation of its Programme of Work, under the oversight of the PARIS21 Board and its Executive Committee.
What you'll do
- Provide strategic direction to the Partnership to enable the achievement of its objectives.
- Engage with key stakeholders involved in statistical capacity development at the country level and in international processes.
- Drive innovation in statistical capacity development, including modernisation of national statistical systems and strengthening of country-led data ecosystems.
- Represent PARIS21 within the OECD and externally at high-level international, regional and national fora.
- Lead resource mobilisation efforts for PARIS21, including engagement with existing and prospective donors, and identification of new funding opportunities.
What it takes
- Advanced university degree (Master’s or PhD) in economics, statistics, development studies or another relevant discipline.
- Minimum ten years of experience related to managing statistical activities with direct experience in statistical capacity development in developing countries.
- At least ten years’ experience in an international, regional or bilateral development agency.
- Proven record of conducting relations at senior level and within a political decision-making environment.
- Excellent knowledge of current national and international development policies and frameworks including the use of statistics in development policies.
- Experience in resource mobilisation, donor relations and management of externally funded programmes.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Monthly base salary starting from 12 672 EUR plus allowances, based on eligibility, exempt of French income tax.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based in Paris, Île-de-France Region, France.
What is the compensation package?
The compensation package includes a monthly base salary starting from 12,672 EUR plus allowances, based on eligibility, exempt of French income tax.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced university degree, at least ten years of experience in managing statistical activities, and proven experience in statistical capacity development in developing countries.
How do I apply?
Applications should reach the organization no later than midnight 1 November 2026 (CEST).
Is the job remote?
The job is based in Paris and entails frequent international travel, with no remote work option.
How to apply
Apply directly on Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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