Robin Ogilvy

Robin Ogilvy is a senior official at the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) who served as the Permanent Observer and Special Representative to the United Nations from 2018 to 2024.12 He presented his credentials as the new Permanent Observer in July 2018.13

Prior to his UN role, Ogilvy worked as an Adviser in the office of the OECD Secretary-General since 2014, supporting initiatives such as the OECD Action Plan on Sustainable Development Goals.1 He joined the OECD in 2009 as a policy analyst and later became a Senior Policy Advisor on aid effectiveness.1

Ogilvy's background includes:

• Education: Master of Philosophy in social and political science and a Master of Arts in economics from St. John's College, University of Cambridge12
• Previous experience: Headed the United Nations Aid Coordination Unit in Rwanda and was a fellow at the UK-based Overseas Development Institute1

After concluding his six-year tenure in New York, Ogilvy returned to Paris, where he now leads a team of 40 international development experts at OECD headquarters.2 He has been with the OECD for 15 years, marking his work anniversary in 2024.2

Ogilvy's work has been significantly impacted by global challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic and geopolitical tensions, including the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East.2 He has been involved in multilateral negotiations and efforts to promote international cooperation during these crises.2