Application Guide

How to Apply for Senior Policy Analyst - Development, Peace and Security

at Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)

🏢 About Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)

The OECD is a unique intergovernmental organization that shapes evidence-based international standards and policies across 38 member countries. Working here offers direct impact on global development frameworks and access to cutting-edge research networks, particularly through its International Network on Conflict and Fragility (INCAF) which this role supports.

About This Role

This Senior Policy Analyst role leads the intellectual evolution of the OECD's fragility framework and flagship States of Fragility report series. You'll shape how fragility is measured globally and ensure OECD/INCAF remains at the forefront of development, peace and security knowledge, directly influencing international policy and donor strategies.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day involves analyzing fragility data using R, drafting sections of the States of Fragility report, coordinating with INCAF members on framework revisions, and synthesizing new research into practical guidance. You'll balance technical analysis with strategic thinking about how fragility metrics influence global development policy.

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🎯 Who Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Is Looking For

  • Holds an advanced degree in development economics or political science with 5+ years hands-on experience in conflict/fragility contexts, not just theoretical knowledge
  • Has proven expertise in designing multidimensional frameworks and managing complex datasets using R for statistical analysis and visualization
  • Demonstrates experience producing high-quality policy reports and guidance materials for international audiences
  • Shows deep understanding of how fragility metrics translate into practical development and peacebuilding interventions

📝 Tips for Applying to Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)

1

Explicitly mention your experience with R statistical software and provide examples of fragility/conflict-related data projects you've managed

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Reference specific OECD publications you've engaged with, particularly previous States of Fragility reports or INCAF guidance documents

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Highlight any experience working with multidimensional frameworks similar to the OECD fragility framework

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Demonstrate understanding of how development cooperation intersects with peace and security objectives

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Show how your work has informed policy decisions or donor strategies in fragile contexts

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your specific experience evolving measurement frameworks for complex concepts like fragility', 'Examples of leading high-profile report series from conception to publication', "How you've kept knowledge bases cutting-edge by incorporating new research into practical guidance", 'Your approach to making technical fragility analysis usable for development and stability purposes']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → The current OECD fragility framework and States of Fragility report methodology
  • → INCAF's recent publications and guidance documents on development in fragile contexts
  • → OECD's overall approach to evidence-based policy making and standard setting
  • → How OECD fragility work informs major donor strategies (like USAID, DFID, etc.)

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you improve the current OECD fragility framework to better serve development and peace objectives?
2 Describe your experience managing the production process for complex, multi-stakeholder reports like States of Fragility
3 How do you ensure technical fragility analysis remains accessible and actionable for policymakers?
4 What emerging research in conflict/fragility should OECD prioritize incorporating into its knowledge base?
5 Walk us through a specific example where your data analysis directly influenced development cooperation decisions
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Applying with only theoretical academic knowledge without concrete experience in conflict/fragility contexts
  • Failing to demonstrate specific technical skills with R and data visualization tools mentioned in requirements
  • Showing limited understanding of how fragility metrics translate to practical development interventions

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

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Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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