Senior Economist/Policy Analyst – Semiconductors

Job title:

Senior Economist/Policy Analyst – Semiconductors

Company:

OECD

Job description

Company DescriptionTHE OECD – Who we are, what we doThe Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development ( ) 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 SCIENCE, TECHONOLOGY AND INNOVATION DIRECTORATEThe Science, Technology and Innovation Directorate (STI), in line with the strategic objectives of the Secretary-General, helps OECD member countries and other key economies build an environment conducive to translating science, technology and knowledge into innovation in order to create economic and social value added.The Digital Economy Policy (DEP) Division of the STI is responsible for developing evidence-based policies through multi-stakeholder processes that i) stimulate the growth of an accessible, innovative, open, inclusive and trusted digital economy for sustained prosperity and well-being, and ii) leverage the potential of Information and Communication technologies (ICT), in particular, the Internet, and digitisation to achieve key socio-economic goals such as improving productivity, providing opportunities for new jobs, contributing to mitigate environmental pressures and improving health outcomes and the quality of life in general. A strong measurement agenda builds the evidence base upon which policy recommendations are derived. DEP collaborates with other parts of the Organisation on horizontal issues such as semiconductors, ICT in health, taxes, trade, productivity, ICT skills and ICT effects on labour markets. DEP is responsible for, among other things, maintaining the Broadband Portal, the Going Digital Toolkit, the Global Recalls Portal, and the OECD.AI Policy Observatory.THE POSITIONSTI is looking for a Senior Economist/Policy Analyst to lead the work of the DEP Division on semiconductors. The work on semiconductors includes two work streams. The first work stream covers semiconductor country studies with a view to better understanding the bottlenecks and policy levers for the emergence of local semiconductor ecosystems. The second workstream is dedicated to a semiconductor network (SIEN) under the auspices of the Digital Policy Committee (DPC) and Industry, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship (CIIE) that aims to increase transparency in the semiconductor supply chain and exchange information on related policies.The selected person will work under the direction of the Head of the Digital Economy Policy Division in the STI.Job DescriptionMain ResponsibilitiesSupport management

• Develop and oversee DEP’s work on semiconductors, including the semiconductor ecosystem studies and the Semiconductor Informal Exchange Network (SIEN)
• Manage support to the activities of the SIEN, including: i) overseeing the organisation, preparation of documents and implementation of SIEN’s activities; ii) ensuring that the governing Committees (DPC and CIIE) are regularly updated on the work produced by the SIEN; iii) monitoring budget expenditures; iv) overseeing internal and external communications, briefings, stakeholder interactions, and global relations.
• Support the workstreams of the G7 and G20 in the area of semiconductors.
• Manage Voluntary Contributions (VCs), including by providing regular progress updates to VC donors.
• Recruit, supervise and mentor Secretariat staff and external consultants to support the SIEN and the semiconductor ecosystem studies.
• Participate in the executive management of the DEP Division with the Head of Division and other DEP senior staff.

Analysis and drafting

• Supervise policy and economic research and analysis in the area of semiconductors.
• Supervise and develop the analysis of country semiconductor ecosystem studies, as well as reports and background documents for the SIEN and OECD Committees.
• Oversee the design and implementation of quantitative and qualitative data collection efforts, as well as the development of indicators related to semiconductors.
• Contribute to the development of the CDEP’s biennial programme of work and budget in the area of semiconductors.
• Participate, as required, in horizontal and multidisciplinary projects and activities of the DEP, the STI and the OECD.

Liaison and communication

• Establish and maintain excellent contacts with the delegates to the SIEN and to its governing Committees (DPC and CIIE).
• Establish and maintain professional contacts within the OECD and with outside individuals and organisations in the areas of semiconductor technology, markets and policy.
• Participate in meetings of national government delegates and experts from the private sector, civil society, the Internet technical community and academia in connection with the Organisation’s work programme in the above areas.
• Contribute to the external visibility of the DEP Division, by representing the Division at workshops, conferences, etc., and maintaining close contacts with the press and sector specific media.
• Provide written and oral briefs on relevant issues to STI Directors’ Office and Office of the Secretary General.

QualificationsIdeal Candidate ProfileAcademic Background:

• An advanced university degree in engineering, economics, public policy, law, computer science, social sciences or a related subject.

Professional Background:

• A minimum of eight years’ experience in international comparative policy and quantitative analysis, preferably acquired in an intergovernmental or a national administration, such as a Ministry or in a private sector agency. Part of this experience needs to be in the area of semiconductor policy.
• Experience in the planning and management of complex multi-disciplinary projects as well as projects with tight deadlines and budgets.

Tools:

• Experience in the use of computers for data management and analysis. Experience in the use of communication networks as working tools.
• A good knowledge of the main semiconductor databases available in international and national agencies and in the private sector.
• Experience in or willingness to learn the use of budget management tools.

Languages:

• Fluency in one of the two OECD official languages (English and French) and a knowledge of, or a willingness to learn, the other.
• Knowledge of another language would be an asset.

Core Competencies

• OECD staff are expected to demonstrate behaviours aligned to six core competencies which will be assessed as part of this hiring processes: Vision and Strategy (Level 3); Enable People (Level 2); Ethics and Integrity (Level 3); Collaboration and Horizontality (Level 2); Achieve Results (Level 3); Innovate and Embrace Change (Level 3).
• 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

Additional InformationContract Duration

• Thirteen-month fixed term appointment, with the possibility of renewal.

Closing Date

• This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should reach us no later than midnight CEST 3 July 2024.

Please note that our Rules and Regulations stipulate that the mandatory retirement age is 65.

• Monthly base salary starting from 10,640 EUR plus allowances, based on eligibility, exempt of French income tax.
• Please note that the appointment may be made at a lower grade depending on the qualifications and professional experience of the selected applicant.

The OECD is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates who are nationals of , irrespective of their racial or ethnic origin, opinions or beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, health or disabilities. Our selection processes are merit-based; we strive to enhance diversity both from national and gender perspectives while running fair, transparent and competitive selection processes.The OECD promotes an optimal use of resources to improve its efficiency and effectiveness. Staff members are encouraged to actively contribute to this goal.about what we offer and why the OECD is a great place to work.Browse our to learn more about all aspects relating to people at the OECD, our workplace environment and on policies supporting staff in their daily life.

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Location

Paris

Job date

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 22:59:21 GMT

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