At Youth Works Hub, we reviewed this group recruitment from the OECD, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, open to nationals of its 38 member countries. The OECD is building a candidate pool of motivated Assistants at the GA3 and GA4 grade in Paris, with applications accepted until 18 November 2026. Successful candidates are placed in a 24-month database and may be offered positions across the Organisation as staffing needs arise.
About the OECD
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. Its mission is to promote policies that improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world.
Group Recruitment: Building a Candidate Pool
This is a Group Recruitment intended to create a pool of qualified candidates, not a single vacancy. Successful candidates will be placed in a candidate database (Group A) with a validity period of 24 months. Reference number: REF3477F.
📌 Applications are reviewed on a continuous basis: candidates are strongly encouraged to apply before the closing date and to monitor their inbox for updates.
Two Specialisation Areas
🗃️ Executive Assistance: Supporting senior leaders through calendar management, executive correspondence, stakeholder liaison, travel coordination and executive office operations.
📂 Administrative Assistance: Supporting team operations through administrative coordination, records management, financial support, and communication and delivery of meetings, missions, conferences and events.
Main Responsibilities
📄 Provide high-quality administrative, coordination and operational support to managers and teams | ✍️ Draft, edit and format correspondence, reports, presentations and other documents | 🗄️ Manage information, records and documentation | 📅 Support the planning and coordination of meetings | ✈️ Coordinate travel arrangements | 📊 Assist with contract administration, procurement and budget monitoring
Compensation and Benefits
💶 Monthly salary starting at €3,878.08 (GA3) or €4,502.33 (GA4), plus allowances based on eligibility | 🏛️ Exempt from French income tax | 📋 The appointment type (open-ended or fixed term) is determined at the offer stage based on Directorate needs
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Ideal Candidate Profile
🎓 Good secondary level of education, preferably in administration-related studies | 🏢 At least one year of relevant experience providing administrative, operational or executive support | 🖥️ Excellent knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) | 🤖 Demonstrated AI literacy, including effective use of AI-powered tools such as Copilot | 🗣️ Fluency in one of the two OECD official languages (English and French) and knowledge of the other
Selection Process
📝 Aptitude Test: Evaluates cognitive abilities such as reading comprehension, written proficiency and transferable skills | 🎥 Video Interview: Assessing overall suitability for an Assistant role | 🏛️ Panel Interview: Competency Based Interview format | ✅ Candidate Database (Group A): Following the panel interview, successful candidates are cleared and placed in the Group A database for 24 months
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for this OECD Assistant position?
This recruitment is open only to nationals of OECD Member countries. The OECD welcomes applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of racial or ethnic origin, opinions or beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, health or disabilities.
What is a Group Recruitment and how does it work?
A Group Recruitment does not fill a single specific vacancy. Successful candidates are placed in a 24-month candidate database (Group A). During this period, the OECD may invite database members for Directorate-level interviews as staffing needs arise.
What is the difference between GA3 and GA4?
The grade depends on a comprehensive assessment of qualifications, professional experience and performance throughout the selection process. Starting salaries are €3,878.08/month for GA3 and €4,502.33/month for GA4.
Is the salary subject to French income tax?
No. The monthly salary at both GA3 and GA4 grades is exempt from French income tax as part of the OECD's status as an international organisation in France.
What level of education and experience is required?
A good secondary level of education is the minimum requirement, preferably in administration-related studies. At least one year of relevant experience in administrative, operational or executive support is required.
Deadline
⏳ 18 November 2026
