The OECD is recruiting an Internal Auditor in Paris, France, for its Evaluation and Internal Audit (EVIA) team, to lead mandates approved in the Internal Audit Work Plans. The post is a 24-month fixed-term appointment at Grade CF5, open to nationals of OECD member countries, with applications due by 29 November 2026.
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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 will improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world.
Together with governments, policy makers and citizens, the OECD works on establishing evidence-based international standards and finding solutions to a range of social, economic and environmental challenges.
📉 Improving economic performance and creating jobs.
🎓 Fostering strong education.
🧾 Fighting international tax evasion.
The OECD describes itself as 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.
What Evaluation and Internal Audit Does
Evaluation and Internal Audit (EVIA) is responsible for Internal Audit and In-depth Evaluations. Both functions are part of a comprehensive control and oversight architecture in the OECD.
Internal Audit provides the Secretary-General with an independent and objective assurance and advisory activity designed to add value and improve the Organisation's operations. It helps the Organisation accomplish its objectives through a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluating and improving the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes.
The Position at a Glance
🏢 Directorate: SGE.
🏷️ Grade: CF5.
📍 Location: Paris, France.
🧭 Reports to: the Principal Auditor, under the general guidance of the Director for Evaluation and Internal Audit.
🎯 Purpose: contributing to the management, co-ordination and execution of the Internal Audit strategies and work programmes, with the objective of providing the Secretary-General with an independent assessment of the Organisation's risk management, internal control and governance processes.
Planning and Carrying Out Internal Audits
🗺️ Participating in the development of, and periodic reporting on, the Internal Audit Strategy and annual Work Plans.
🔎 Planning, executing and drafting reports for assigned audits, reviews and other audit/advisory activities.
🏛️ Providing assurance on and/or strengthening governance, risk management, internal control, compliance and performance across OECD operations, as well as hosted and autonomous entities.
Managing External Consultants
👔 You manage technical assistance from external consultants on assigned audit mandates.
📘 You ensure compliance with the Internal Audit guide, methodology and templates.
Following Up on Agreed Actions
📆 Performing periodic follow-up with Management to ensure that agreed actions are on track to be implemented.
🤝 Engaging with auditees to ensure that the actions implemented address the issues and risks identified.
🖥️ Ensuring that the related information technology (IT) tools and processes are kept fit for purpose.
Quality, Standards and Professional Practice
🔗 Assisting in the liaison and co-ordination with the External Auditor.
✅ Participating in Internal Audit quality assurance and improvement to ensure compliance with the standards of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA).
💡 Contributing to innovation through continuous professional development and activities with international organisation peers, the Institut Français de l'Audit et du Contrôle Internes (IFACI), the IIA and/or other standard setters, to ensure continued use of best practices and leading-edge methodologies in internal auditing.
🛠️ Providing support to the Principal Auditor and performing other duties as assigned.
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Contributing to Audit Committee Meetings
📣 Presenting internal audit reports for assigned audit mandates.
📈 Presenting the results of the implementation of internal audit recommendations by Management.
✍️ Drafting the minutes of the Committee meetings.
Academic Background
The ideal candidate holds both of the following:
🎓 A university degree in business, finance, accounting, information technology, law or related fields.
📜 A professional certification in accounting or auditing.
Accepted Certification Examples
🛡️ CIA: Certified Internal Auditor.
💾 CISA: Certified Information Systems Auditor.
🕵️ CFE: Certified Fraud Examiner.
🧮 CPA: Certified Public Accountant.
📗 ACCA: Association of Chartered Certified Accountants.
Professional Background
⏱️ A minimum of five years of relevant experience in auditing, financial analysis, accounting or a closely related field, preferably in international organisations, multilateral financial institutions and/or the private sector.
🌐 Practical experience of dealing with issues of governance, risks and internal controls, and an understanding of their implications in a national or international forum (diplomatic and intercultural acumen), with a proven ability to formulate assessments and recommendations.
👥 Practical experience in managing external consultants, and an ability to execute internal audit engagements with limited supervision.
Tools and Technical Knowledge
💻 Knowledge of computer systems and their application to financial and administrative processes (for example, data analysis).
📊 Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.
🗄️ Knowledge of SAP would be an asset.
🤖 Knowledge of artificial intelligence in an audit context would also be an asset.
OECD Core Competencies for This Post
OECD staff are expected to demonstrate behaviours aligned to six core competencies, which will be assessed as part of this hiring process. The definitions for levels 1-3 are set out in the OECD Core Competencies.
🔭 Vision and Strategy: Level 2.
🌱 Enable People: Level 1.
⚖️ Ethics and Integrity: Level 2.
🧩 Collaboration and Horizontality: Level 2.
🏁 Achieve Results: Level 2.
🚀 Innovate and Embrace Change: Level 2.
Language Requirements
🗣️ Fluency in one of the two OECD official languages, English and French.
📝 Excellent written and oral communication in the other.
Contract Terms
📄 Duration: 24-month fixed-term appointment, with the possibility of renewal to a maximum of 36 months.
🕰️ Retirement age: the OECD's Rules and Regulations stipulate a mandatory retirement age of 67.
🔽 Grade at appointment: the appointment may be made at one grade lower in the specified job family, based on the qualifications and professional experience of the selected applicant.
🗃️ Candidate pool: this vacancy may be used to create a pool of candidates for comparable positions, both for open-ended and fixed-term functions.
📘 Contractual modalities: from 1 July 2025, all Official appointments are made under the OECD's new contractual modalities.
Salary and What the OECD Offers
💶 The monthly salary starts at €7,782.39, plus allowances based on eligibility.
🧾 The salary is exempt of French income tax.
📚 The Staff Regulations applicable to officials of the OECD set out the rules for the post, and the People Management Guidebook covers all aspects relating to people at the OECD, its workplace environment and other policies supporting staff in their daily life.
Selection Process
For retained candidates, the selection process may include:
🎥 A video-recorded interview.
🧪 A job-based assessment.
🪑 Panel interviews.
This vacancy should be filled as soon as possible, and applications should reach the OECD no later than midnight on 29 November 2026 (Paris time).
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Who Can Apply
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.
The OECD also promotes an optimal use of resources to improve its efficiency and effectiveness, and staff members are encouraged to actively contribute to this goal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the OECD Internal Auditor position based?
The position is based in Paris, France. It sits within Evaluation and Internal Audit (EVIA) at the OECD.
Who can apply for this OECD vacancy?
The vacancy welcomes applications from all qualified candidates who are nationals of OECD member countries. The OECD is an equal opportunity employer.
How much does the OECD Internal Auditor earn?
The monthly salary starts at €7,782.39, plus allowances based on eligibility, and it is exempt of French income tax. The appointment may be made at one grade lower in the job family, based on the selected applicant's qualifications and professional experience.
How long is the contract?
It is a 24-month fixed-term appointment, with the possibility of renewal to a maximum of 36 months. The OECD's mandatory retirement age is 67.
How much experience is required?
The ideal candidate has a minimum of five years of relevant experience in auditing, financial analysis, accounting or a closely related field. Experience in international organisations, multilateral financial institutions and/or the private sector is preferred.
Is a professional certification necessary?
The ideal candidate profile includes a professional certification in accounting or auditing, alongside a university degree. Examples named in the vacancy are CIA, CISA, CFE, CPA and ACCA.
Which languages do I need?
You need fluency in one of the two OECD official languages, English and French, and excellent written and oral communication in the other.
Who does the Internal Auditor report to?
The Internal Auditor reports to the Principal Auditor, under the general guidance of the Director for Evaluation and Internal Audit.
Does the role involve the Audit Committee?
Yes, the Internal Auditor presents internal audit reports for assigned mandates and the results of the implementation of internal audit recommendations by Management. The role also includes drafting the minutes of the Committee meetings.
Are SAP or AI skills required?
Both are described as assets. Knowledge of computer systems applied to financial and administrative processes and proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite are also listed under tools.
What does the selection process involve?
For retained candidates, the process may include a video-recorded interview, a job-based assessment and panel interviews. Six core competencies are also assessed during hiring.
Could this vacancy lead to other OECD positions?
Yes, the vacancy may be used to create a pool of candidates for comparable positions, both open-ended and fixed-term. Find more opportunities like this one on Youth Works Hub.
Deadline
⏳ 29 November 2026
Links
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