Critical Minerals Analyst

Company Description

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. 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 International Energy Agency (IEA) is an intergovernmental organisation with 32 member countries 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. The IEA seeks opportunities to work with an increasing number of non-member countries of growing importance to global energy markets. 

The IEA seeks to recruit a critical minerals analyst with experience in market, policy and technology analysis in the areas of energy and critical minerals. The selected candidates will be part of a team of enthusiastic professionals, reporting to the head of the Critical Minerals Division. The division conducts analysis of critical mineral market trends and their implications for energy security, covering market, policy, and technology dimensions under the general guidance of the Chief Energy Economist within the Directorate of Sustainability, Technology and Outlooks. It undertakes both quantitative and qualitative assessments of critical mineral markets, investment, trade and security, and provides advice to help policymakers identify best practices across the value chain that support a more secure energy system.

The successful candidate will possess a strong background in quantitative modelling and analysis, as well as experience in market monitoring and policy tracking. He/she will contribute to the analysis and drafting of IEA flagship Global Critical Minerals Outlook and high-profile thematic publications across the whole range of energy and mineral topics, including but not limited to the World Energy Outlook and other topical reports. He/she will also contribute to implementing the IEA Critical Minerals Security Programme, an initiative to help Member countries enhance emergency preparedness and promote supply chain diversification.

Job Description

Main Responsibilities

Analysis, modelling and publication

• Conduct in-depth economic, policy and technology analyses of critical mineral supply chains, covering copper, battery metals, rare earth elements and other strategic minerals; develop thought leading analysis of future energy and mineral market trends.
• Assume responsibility for the modelling of one or several minerals used in the energy sector and other strategic applications; develop and manage datasets covering critical minerals consumption, production, trade, price and resources.
• Monitor and assess relevant market, technology and policy developments related to critical minerals in both Member and non-Member countries, working closely with other analysts to ensure effective teamwork and collaboration.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the IEA Critical Minerals Security Programme through analytical inputs and stakeholder coordination.
• Draft reports, working papers, prepare presentations and briefing notes for senior management.

Liaison and Outreach

• Collaborate with other Directorates in the Agency, the OECD and other national and international organisations, the private sector and research bodies in the analysis of the role of critical minerals in Member and non-Member countries.
• Participate in preparations for meetings of IEA standing committees, working parties and other groups as required, including supporting the development of analyses and information materials for these meetings.
• Maintain contacts with members of national delegations, other international organisations and private sector representatives involved in energy and mineral market analysis.
• Promote the IEA’s work externally to a broad range of audiences by organising and participating in workshops, delivering presentations and conducting bilateral meetings.

Qualifications

Ideal Candidate’s profile

Academic Background

• An advanced university degree(s) in relevant disciplines, such as engineering, geology, metallurgy, mathematics, economics or public policy.

Professional Background

• At least three to seven years' experience in applied economic and policy analysis, preferably within an energy and minerals context. 
• Excellent understanding of energy and mineral sector market dynamics, production technologies, policies, regulations and supply chains.
• Excellent quantitative background and experience in the construction and use of large scale models and datasets.
• Proven analytical abilities and excellent writing skills as demonstrated in past work products (analytical reports, quantitative analysis, operative models, and/or published papers).

Tools

• Excellent command of Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel, Powerpoint and Power Query.
• Knowledge of Python, R and/or Vensim is an asset.

Languages

• Fluency in one of the two OECD official languages (English and French) and knowledge of the other, with a commitment to reach a good working level.

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 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).
• To learn more about the definitions for each competency for levels 1-3, please refer to OECD Core Competencies.

Additional Information

Closing Date:

• This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should reach us no later than midnight 13 March 2026 (CEST).

Selection Process

• For retained candidates, written tests/video-recorded interviews are foreseen towards end of March 2026 and panel interviews are planned around mid-April 2026.

Contract Duration

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

Please note that our Rules and Regulations stipulate that the mandatory retirement age is 67.

What the OECD offers

• Depending on level of experience, monthly salary starts at 6 975.54 EUR, plus allowances based on eligibility, exempt of French income tax.
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