Closing date: Tuesday, 25 November 2014

The OECDs mission - Better Policies for Better Lives - promotes policies that will improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world. It provides a unique forum in which governments work together to share experiences on what drives economic, social and environmental change, seeking solutions to common problems.

The International Energy Agency (IEA) is an intergovernmental organisation committed to advancing security of energy supply, economic growth and environmental sustainability through energy policy co-operation. The IEA operates as an autonomous body within the framework of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development. Both the OECD and the IEA seek opportunities to work with an increasing number of non-members of growing importance to the world economy.

The IEA is recruiting a dynamic and experienced energy expert to serve as the Editor of the IEA Oil Market Report as well as to lead its Oil Industry and Markets Division. Under the general supervision of the Director of Energy Markets and Security (EMS), the main responsibility of the chosen candidate will be to supervise and cooordinate the IEA's work on the monitoring of and reporting on oil industry and market developments.

The Head of Division has line management responsibility for the budget and for a team of 6-8 enthusiastic professionals (oil market experts, statisticians and assistants). S/he will develop the Divisions work programme to support wider Agency priorities in close collaboration with other senior colleagues across the Directorate and Agency.

Main Responsibilities

Management & Leadership

• Plan, lead and coordinate the preparation of the IEA's monthly Oil Market Report (OMR). OMR's release dates are fixed in the previous year, and therefore, the team is required to work on tight production cycles with rigid deadlines.
• Plan, lead and coordinate the preparation of the IEA's annual Mediumâ€Term Oil Market Report and Annual Statistical Supplement, the presentation of results for the Governing Board and the Standing Group on the Oil Market (SOM), and follow up with media, governments and the oil industry.
• Advise Governments on recent trends in the global oil market and mediumâ€term developments and analysis on the role of physical and financial markets in oil price formation, particularly highlighting policyâ€related issues and recommending appropriate action; plan and coordinate meetings of the Standing Group on the Oil Market.
• Manage a highly qualified, enthusiastic, multicultural team of energy analysts and accept accountability for the quality, timeliness and relevance of the Division's outputs. Contribute personally to these outputs through intellectual leadership, coaching and developing staff, as well as by winning and managing resources to support the Division's work. Build a collegial and productive working atmosphere.

Co-ordination, liaison, representation, dissemination

• Develop and maintain close contacts with government officials on important policy developments, as well as with oil companies and consultants.
• Contribute to the development of the IEA's key messages, particularly in relation to the oil industry and oil markets and communications strategies with key stakeholders, the media and the general public, in order to maximize the value, visibility and impact of the Division's work.
• Provide market information and expertise during oil emergencies and support and participate in exercises related to maintaining emergency response capabilities.
• Build collaborative and collegial working relationships with people inside and outside the Agency on cross-cutting projects, publications, policy reviews, and conferences.

Candidates profile

Academic Background

• An advanced university degree in economics, energy, science, engineering, or a related discipline.

Professional Background

• More than ten years' experience in the international oil industry with extensive experience in the field of oil and energy policy.
• Specific areas of expertise include any or all of the following: oil production, refining and distribution, oil trade, oil stock policy or product quality issues.

Languages

• An excellent level of oral and written communication skills and excellent drafting ability in English.
• Working knowledge of other languages would be an advantage (Chinese, Arabic, Russian and Spanish in particular).

Key Competencies

• Outstanding analytical and writing skills.
• Ability to review and improve the writing and analytical contributions to the Oil Market Report
• Demonstrated ability to manage interdisciplinary teams including experience in selecting, coaching, developing and appraising staff; providing regular constructive performance feedback; creating an environment conducive to teamwork, innovation and open communication.
• Strategic vision and good anticipatory skills, based on experience, in order to identify areas where the IEA can contribute effectively to policy-making in member and non-member countries.
• An outcomes orientation and a proven record of success.
• Ability and willingness to work to extremely tight deadlines, with the responsibilities attached to the monthly Oil Market Reports.
• Capacity to innovate and create new analytical toolsAbility to work at senior policy levels with Member and non-member countries, to establish senior-level networks with key stakeholders and to be able to communicate effectively with a diverse range of experts from industry, academia and non-governmental organisations.

Core Competencies

Please refer to the full list of OECD Core Competencies and the level 5 indicators.

Contract Duration

Fixed term appointmentof three years, renewable two years.

What the OECD offers

Monthly base salary starting from 9048.28 EUR exempt of French income tax, plus allowances based on eligibility.

Please note, the appointment may be made at a lower grade based on the qualifications and professional experience of the selected applicant.

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.

Application information: https://oecd.taleo.net/careersection/ext/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=40840