Paris, France
| Context |
| The World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH – founded as OIE) is a leading intergovernmental organisation representing 183 Members worldwide. Through its activities, WOAH makes a decisive contribution to improving animal health, protecting animal welfare and strengthening Veterinary Services. The Organisation provides transparent information on world’s animal health situation, and promotes international standards, particularly in terms of the safety of trade in live animals and animal products. More information can be found on WOAH’s website. Joining WOAH means taking part in the development of one of the leading international organisations, recognised and associated with other multilateral institutions, in the field of worldwide health. It means helping to build a global approach to health, combining animal and human health in a “One Health” approach. It means joining teams motivated by the impact of their actions, the sense of their collective commitment and their recognised professionalism in their respective fields of expertise. WOAH’s headquarters are based in Paris. The Organisation is present on every continent through 13 Regional or Sub-regional Representations. WOAH has 250 staff members, two-thirds of whom are based at headquarters. This position is located in Paris. |
| Job Description |
| Positioning and reporting Under the authority of the Director General and direct supervision of the Head of the Quality Management and Internal Control Unit. |
| Job purpose The Junior Officer supports the strengthening of the organisation’s internal control and quality management system. He/she assists in coordinating internal and external audits, monitoring recommendations, and contributing to awareness-raising and continuous improvement initiatives. |
| Missions and activities Internal control – Contribute to the implementation of internal control activities and the monitoring of existing processes – Support the management of the organisation’s document inventory – Identify procedures and frameworks that need updating or further development – Support the preparation of Audit Committee meetings Coordination of external audits and donor compliance – Support the coordination of external audits related to donor-funded projects – Support the update of the audit recommendations follow-up, in coordination with relevant teams – Contribute to the preparation of the European Commission Pillar Assessment Internal audit – Support the conduct of internal audits – Contribute to the development and improvement of the internal audit methodology Awareness and continuous improvement – Contribute to the development of awareness-raising materials on internal control for teams – Participate in initiatives aimed at strengthening the culture of internal control within the organization. |
| Requirements |
| Qualifications and Experience Required qualifications and experience – Master’s degree in Audit, Finance, Management Control, International Relations, Law, or a related field. – Initial professional experience or internships in audit, finance, internal control or compliance. – Previous experience in an international organisation, NGO, public institution or consultancy. Additional experience (asset) – Experience in external audits, internal audits, reporting processes, or donor-funded projects is an advantage. Expected Skills Technical skills – Excellent written and spoken English. – Working knowledge of a second official language of WOAH (French or Spanish) is highly desirable. – Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with collaborative document management tools. – Knowledge of donor rules and regulations. – Good understanding of organisational processes and ability to develop and draft formal documentation (SOPs, guidelines, policies, regulatory documents). Personal and Interpersonal skills – Strong analytical and structured thinking skills. – Professional discretion when handling sensitive information. – Ability to communicate clearly with diverse stakeholders in a multicultural environment. – Good attention to detail. – Strong organisational skills and ability to manage priorities. |
| Additional Information |
| Working conditions – Salary: The monthly salary ranges from EUR 2,490 and EUR 2,650, depending on experience and qualifications, with allowances based on eligibility. The salary is exempt from income tax in France. – Type of contract: WOAH Staff – Fixed-term contract. – Duration: 6 months. – Location: WOAH Headquarters 12 rue de Prony 75017 Paris, France. The post is a full-time position based at the WOAH Headquarters in Paris and requires long hours in a seated position at a computer. It can entail missions abroad. |
| General Information WOAH places high value on a multicultural and positive work environment. WOAH is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates, irrespective of their origin, gender, opinions or beliefs. If you are interested in the position, please complete your application online at the latest by June 22nd, 2026. APPLY HERE |
