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29/09/2025Payroll Specialist – Human Resources Unit – WOAH HQ 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 anf reporting Under the authority and direct supervision of the Head of Human Resources. |
| Job purpose The Payroll Specialist is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, reliability and compliance of payroll and social contributions in line with legal requirements, collective agreements, the Organisation’s specific rules, and deadlines. He/she contributes to securing the payroll process, from the preparation of payslips through to the payment of salaries and social contributions. |
| Missions et activities Payroll Processing Social Declarations Payment Preparation Support, Control and Reporting |
Expériences / Formation
Qualification et experience
Required qualification
– Two to three-year post-secondary diploma (BTS, DUT, or Bachelor’s degree) in accounting or payroll (e.g. DUT GEA, HR degree).
– At least 3 years’ relevant experience in a similar position.
– Good command of English.
Additional experience
– Proficiency in payroll software (ideally Sage, Sylae, Cegid, ADP, etc.) and social declaration processes (DSN).
– Ability to work with HRIS and in a digitalised environment.
Required skills
Technical skills
– Strong expertise in payroll processing and labour/social legislation.
– Proficiency in Excel and office software tools.
Interpersonal skills
– Rigour, confidentiality, and discretion.
– Reliability, autonomy, and respect for deadlines.
– Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, with attention to detail.
– Team spirit, good interpersonal skills, and client service orientation.
Salaire
Working conditions
– Salary: based on qualifications and experience.
– Contract type: WOAH Staff – Fixed-term contract.
– Duration: Two (2) years, renewable.
– Location: WOAH Headquarters, 12 rue de Prony, 75017 Paris, France.
Full-time position based in Paris headquarters, involving long periods seated at a computer. May include international missions.