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The doctoral project will be carried out under the co-supervision of Yamina Saheb, WSL's Executive Director, and Sihem Jouini, Associate Professor at HEC Paris, Director of the Innovation and design Project Major and the Executive MBA Major "Innovate as an Entrepreneur"

Project context

The 3S project (Systèmes de Santé Sobres) is a flagship initiative within the World Sufficiency Lab's strategy to co-produce actionable scientific knowledge with societal stakeholders on critical sufficiency policy challenges.

The doctoral candidate will design and implement an innovative action-research programme in partnership with actors across the French health system, with the objective of supporting the metamorphosis of healthcare delivery and governance models to meet emerging health needs under conditions of demographic ageing, ecological degradation, and resource constraints.

To our knowledge, no current research initiative is specifically dedicated to anticipating and preparing the French health system for the profound systemic transformations that these intersecting challenges are expected to generate.

Combining insights from public health, sustainability science, economics, and systems analysis, the project will employ a robust mixed-methods approach, including systematic literature reviews, systems modelling, focus groups, and machine learning techniques. Working closely with sector stakeholders, it will co-produce evidence-based policy pathways and governance innovations to enhance the resilience, sustainability, and adaptive capacity of the French health system.  

Research objectives

The primary objective of this research is to conduct a forward-looking and participatory inquiry aimed at co-identifying, alongside relevant stakeholders, the transformations required for the French health system to meet future population health needs in the context of demographic ageing and accelerating ecological pressures.

More specifically, the doctoral candidate will investigate the organisational, economic, and governance models capable of ensuring equitable access to high-quality healthcare while strengthening the long-term sustainability and resilience of the health system. Particular attention will be paid to the financing mechanisms, institutional arrangements, workforce requirements, and socio-economic and environmental implications associated with these models.

The research will seek to identify:

• Organisational and service-delivery models capable of guaranteeing universal access to high-quality healthcare for all while remaining within, or minimising pressures on, planetary boundaries.
• The financing mechanisms, governance arrangements, and health workforce competencies required to support the implementation and scaling of these models.
• The socio-economic and environmental impacts of selected models, assessed through quantitative and systems-based modelling approaches.
• Evidence-based public policy recommendations capable of facilitating the transition towards more resilient, equitable, and sustainable health systems.

Research questions

The research will address the following overarching questions

1. How must the French health system evolve to protect and promote population health, particularly that of older adults, in a context characterised by digital transformation, demographic ageing, and escalating environmental disruption?
2. What contribution can sufficiency-oriented approaches make to enhancing the resilience, sustainability, and adaptive capacity of the French health system?
3. What roles might existing health-system actors play in future healthcare systems, and how could their organisational and economic models evolve in response to emerging demographic, environmental, and technological challenges?
4. Which policy, governance, and financing mechanisms are required to support the transition towards sufficiency-oriented health-system models in France and, more broadly, across Europe?

Methodology

This doctoral project adopts a multidisciplinary and mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative, qualitative, and computational research methods to investigate pathways towards a more sustainable, resilient, and equitable French health system.

The research will begin with a systematic literature review examining the intersections between health systems, sustainability transitions, resilience, and sufficiency. This review will establish the project's conceptual and empirical foundations and identify relevant international experiences and emerging policy innovations.

Building on this evidence base, the project will employ systems-based modelling approaches to assess the socio-economic, health, and environmental implications of selected organisational and service-delivery models. These analyses will enable the evaluation of potential trade-offs, synergies, and long-term impacts associated with alternative health-system pathways.

The quantitative component will be complemented by an extensive programme of stakeholder engagement, including focus groups, semi-structured workshops, and participatory foresight exercises involving key actors across the French health system, such as mutual insurance organisations (mutuelles), public authorities, healthcare professionals, civil society organisations, and elected representatives.

These activities will support the co-production of knowledge and the identification of feasible and desirable transition pathways. The project will also leverage machine-learning and artificial intelligence tools to support evidence synthesis, policy mapping, and stakeholder analysis, enabling the systematic processing of large bodies of textual and documentary data.

Prior to the commencement of the doctoral research, the Francophone Assises of Sufficiency will be convened to bring together researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and civil-society actors from France, Belgium, Luxembourg, and Switzerland. These Assises will serve as a platform for knowledge exchange, agenda-setting, and stakeholder mobilisation around key sufficiency challenges, with particular attention to the future of health systems. Their outcomes will contribute to refining the research agenda and strengthening the project's transnational network of partners and collaborators. 

Target audiences and intended impact

The research is designed to engage a broad range of stakeholders involved in shaping the future of the French health system. Its primary audiences include senior officials within national and regional administrations, particularly the Ministries of Health, Labour, Social Affairs, Ecological Transition, and Finance; mutual insurance organisations (mutuelles); healthcare providers and professional associations; elected representatives at both national and local levels; and civil-society organisations active in the fields of health and social protection.

By generating robust evidence and fostering stakeholder participation throughout the research process, the project seeks to support strategic decision-making on the future of healthcare provision in a context of demographic, environmental, and economic change. Its ultimate objective is to contribute to the metamorphosis towards a more resilient, equitable, and sustainable health system capable of ensuring universal access to prevention, care, and long-term support while responding effectively to the challenges of the twenty-first century.

Beyond its academic contribution, the project aims to strengthen dialogue between researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and citizens, thereby enhancing the capacity of health system actors to anticipate and manage systemic transformations.  

Deliverables and timeline

The doctoral project will be conducted over a three-year period and will generate a range of academic and policy-oriented outputs.

The expected deliverables include:

• An initial progress report submitted six months after the start of the doctoral programme, presenting the conceptual framework, literature review, and detailed research design.
• A comprehensive progress report at the end of the second year, summarising preliminary findings and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Three peer-reviewed scientific articles submitted to leading international journals in the fields of health policy, sustainability transitions, public administration, or related disciplines.
• Policy briefs and stakeholder-oriented outputs designed to support knowledge transfer and inform public debate.
• A doctoral dissertation submitted at the end of the third year, ideally structured as a thesis by publication integrating the three scientific articles within a coherent analytical framework.

Governance:

The project will be supported by a dedicated governance structure designed to ensure scientific excellence, stakeholder engagement, and policy relevance throughout the doctoral programme.

A steering committee composed of funding organisations, institutional partners, and academic supervisors will meet every four months to review progress, provide strategic guidance, and facilitate the translation of research findings into policy and practice. This forum will ensure that the project's research agenda remains responsive to emerging challenges and stakeholder needs while preserving its scientific independence.

Regular co-production workshops and structured exchanges between the doctoral candidate, project partners, and funders will be organised throughout the research process. These interactions will facilitate knowledge sharing, support the refinement of research questions and analytical frameworks, and promote the dissemination and uptake of findings among key health-system stakeholders.

The governance model is intended to foster a continuous dialogue between science, policy, and practice, thereby maximising both the scientific contribution and the societal impact of the research.

Funding and conditions

The World Sufficiency Lab (WSL) has already secured core funding for the project through its partnership with actors from the insurance sector. Additional funding will be sought through the French National Association for Research and Technology (ANRT) under the CIFRE scheme following the selection of the doctoral candidate.

Duration:

The doctoral project will be conducted over a period of three years. The successful candidate is expected to start the programme no later than October 2026, with completion and submission of the doctoral dissertation no later than 31 December 2029.  

Location: 

The doctoral candidate will be based in Paris and integrated into the activities of WSL and HEC. The position will involve regular travel within France and, where relevant, across Europe to support fieldwork activities, stakeholder engagement, dissemination events, and meetings of the project's governance bodies.  

All activities are conducted in accordance with WSL's Code of Conduct, Ethics Framework, and Safeguarding Policy.  

Candidate profile:

Required qualifications

Applicants should hold a Master's degree (or equivalent) in health economics, public health, environmental economics, ecological economics, political science, economics, sociology, or a closely related discipline.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• A strong interest in sufficiency, planetary boundaries, ecological transition, sustainability transformations, and/or the future of health systems.
• Solid training in both quantitative and qualitative research methods, with the ability to work across disciplinary boundaries.
• Familiarity with systematic literature review methodologies; experience with modelling approaches, policy analysis, or participatory research methods will be considered advantageous.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in both French and English.
• The ability to work independently while engaging effectively with diverse academic, policy, and practitioner communities.
• Strong organisational skills and a demonstrated capacity to manage complex research projects involving multiple stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will combine academic excellence with a genuine interest in producing policy-relevant research capable of informing societal transitions.  

Desirable Qualifications

The following qualifications will be considered strong assets

• Professional or research experience related to the French health system, mutual insurance organisations (mutuelles), health policy, social protection, or public health administration.
• Knowledge of systems modelling approaches, including integrated assessment modelling, input-output analysis, systems dynamics, or other methods relevant to sustainability transitions.
• Experience with machine learning techniques, computational social science methods, or advanced data analytics.
• Previous involvement in participatory research, stakeholder engagement, deliberative democracy, or co-production processes.
• A publication record, including peer-reviewed articles, working papers, policy briefs, or other evidence of scientific writing and dissemination.
• Familiarity with interdisciplinary research at the intersection of health, sustainability, public policy, and socio-ecological transitions.

The World Sufficiency Lab particularly welcomes applications from candidates who are motivated to bridge scientific research and public action, and who are committed to contributing to the development of health systems that are equitable, resilient, and compatible with planetary boundaries.  

How to Apply

Applications should be submitted as a single PDF document containing:

• A cover letter (maximum two pages) outlining the candidate's motivation for applying and demonstrating their suitability for the 3S project.
• A detailed curriculum vitae.
• A research statement (maximum three pages) presenting the candidate's preliminary reflections on, and proposed approach to, one or more of the research questions outlined above.
• Official transcripts of Master's-level studies (or equivalent).
• Contact details for two academic referees.

Application Deadline: September 4th, 2026

Submission Procedure

Applications should be sent by email to info@thesufficiencylab.org with the subject line: "3S PhD Application - [Candidate Name]"

Selection Process

Applications will be evaluated on the basis of academic excellence, methodological skills, research potential, and alignment with the objectives of the 3S project.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview with the doctoral supervisors and representatives of the funding consortium.

The interview will provide an opportunity to discuss the candidate's research interests, methodological approach, and potential contribution to the project.

The successful candidate will be selected on the basis of their academic record, the quality and originality of their research proposal, and their ability to contribute to an interdisciplinary and stakeholder-oriented research environment.  

About the Initiative

The World Sufficiency Lab (WSL) is launching a network of Sufficiency Agoras as pioneering local spaces for dialogue, experimentation, and collective action around sufficiency.

The first pilot initiatives will be established in France, with the aim of developing, testing, and refining a model that can subsequently be replicated across municipalities and regions. Over the coming years, WSL intends to expand the Sufficiency Agora network to Switzerland and other European countries, including Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands, the UK and Spain, thereby fostering a growing transnational community of practice dedicated to sufficiency, democratic innovation, and socio-ecological transformation.

Conceived as both a physical space and an ongoing programme of activities, each Agora will provide an accessible and welcoming environment in which sufficiency can be explored, debated, and experienced in practice. Through citizen dialogues, deliberative processes, workshops, exhibitions, and public events, the Agoras will bring together residents, local organisations, public authorities, researchers, and practitioners to collectively identify pathways towards more sustainable, equitable, and resilient futures.

To support the implementation of this initiative, WSL is seeking several Sufficiency Agora Coordinators.

Mission

Under the supervision of the Executive Director of the French Sufficiency Lab and in close collaboration with WSL's Dialogues & Politics team, the Sufficiency Agora Coordinator will lead the local implementation and day-to-day development of pilot Agoras in pioneering municipalities and territories.

The successful candidate will play a central role in transforming the Agora from a conceptual framework into a vibrant community platform for dialogue, learning, experimentation, and action. This will involve building local partnerships, designing and facilitating participatory activities, conducting a territorial metabolism study, and documenting lessons learned to support the future scaling and replication of the model across the World Sufficiency Lab network.

This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of research, democratic participation, territorial innovation, and ecological transition, while contributing directly to one of WSL's flagship initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Establishing and Developing the Agora

• Identify, secure, and coordinate a suitable venue or recurring community space in partnership with municipalities and local organisations.
• Co-design the physical and social environment of the Agora to ensure it is welcoming, inclusive, accessible, and representative of local diversity.
• Contribute to the development of governance arrangements, participation mechanisms, and operational processes for the initiative.
• Support the long-term institutional and community embedding of the Agora within the host territory.

Designing and Delivering the Programme

• Co-design and implement a programme of citizen dialogues, deliberative processes, workshops, exhibitions, and public events addressing key sufficiency challenges, including energy, housing, mobility, food systems, education, health, leisure and territorial development.
• Translate WSL research and evidence into accessible and engaging formats that foster public participation and collective learning.
• Facilitate activities directly and coordinate external facilitators, speakers, and contributors where appropriate.
• Manage event logistics, communications, materials, scheduling, and participant engagement.

Community Engagement and Partnership Development

• Map and engage relevant local stakeholders, including residents, community organisations, educational institutions, public authorities, cultural actors, and local businesses.
• Build and maintain relationships that support trust, participation, and long-term collaboration.
• Develop outreach strategies aimed at engaging underrepresented groups and strengthening the inclusiveness of the Agora.
• Foster cross-sector dialogue and collaboration around local sufficiency challenges and opportunities.

Territorial Metabolism Analysis

The Coordinator will contribute to the development of an interdisciplinary assessment of the host territory's metabolism, analysing the flows and stocks of energy, materials, water, food, consumer goods, mobility, waste streams and associated financial resources

The study will combine quantitative and qualitative approaches, including data collection and analysis, spatial mapping and visualisation, interviews and stakeholder consultations, field observations and participatory research activities. 

The objective will be to identify key actors, governance structures, systemic barriers, opportunities for transformation, and priority sufficiency levers within the territory.

Outputs may include maps, dashboards, briefing notes, visualisations, and analytical reports intended to support local decision-making and inform WSL's broader research agenda, including its Sufficiency Gap Reports and participatory indicator frameworks. 

Documentation, Learning, and Dissemination

• Document programme activities, participation levels, outputs, and lessons learned.
• Collect participant feedback and contribute to monitoring and evaluation activities.
• Contribute to the development of a practical Sufficiency Agora Toolkit to facilitate replication by National Sufficiency Labs and partner organisations.
• Support the communication of the initiative through articles, social media content, photography, presentations, and event promotion in collaboration with WSL's communications team.
• Contribute to knowledge-sharing activities across the broader WSL network.

Profile and Qualifications

Applicants should be enrolled in a Master's programme, or in the final year of a Bachelor's degree, and be eligible to undertake a convention de stage with a French higher education institution.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• A background in social sciences, political science, urban studies, environmental studies, geography, sustainability studies, community development, or a related field.
• A strong interest in sufficiency, ecological transition, social justice, democratic innovation, and territorial transformation.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder-engagement skills.
• Experience or aptitude for facilitating collective discussions and participatory processes.
• Strong organisational and project-management abilities.
• The capacity to work autonomously while collaborating effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• A proactive, resourceful, and entrepreneurial mindset.
• Excellent command of French and good working proficiency in English.

Desirable Qualifications

The following qualifications will be considered strong assets:

• Experience in community organising, participatory governance, citizen engagement, or local development initiatives.
• Experience designing or facilitating workshops, public consultations, deliberative assemblies, or other participatory processes.
• Quantitative and qualitative research skills, particularly in territorial analysis, resource-flow analysis, GIS, mapping, interviewing, or field-based research.
• Familiarity with local government, territorial planning, or sustainability-transition initiatives.
• Experience producing communication materials, data visualisations, reports, or public-facing content.
• Knowledge of sufficiency, and socio-ecological transitions.
• Strong alignment with the mission, values, and vision of the World Sufficiency Lab.

Internship Conditions

• Framework: Internship (stage) under a tripartite convention de stage between the intern, WSL, and the host higher education institution.
• Duration: Maximum six months.
• Working Time: Full-time.
• Compensation: Statutory internship allowance (gratification de stage) and applicable benefits in accordance with French legislation and WSL policies.
• Location: Paris and the host Agora territory, with limited remote-working arrangements where appropriate.
• Travel: Occasional travel within France may be required.
• Working Hours: Some evening and weekend availability may be necessary to support community activities and public events, with corresponding compensatory time off.

All activities are conducted in accordance with WSL's Code of Conduct, Ethics Framework, and Safeguarding Policy.

Application Process

Applications should be submitted as a single PDF document containing:

• A cover letter (maximum two pages) outlining the candidate's motivation and relevant experience
• A detailed curriculum vitae.
• Contact details for two referees.

Submission Procedure

Applications should be sent to: info@thesufficiencylab.org with the subject line: "Sufficiency Agora Coordinator - [Candidate Name]"

Application Deadline: September 4th, 2026

Selection Process

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis according to the candidate's motivation, relevant experience, interpersonal skills, and alignment with the objectives of the Sufficiency Agora initiative.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview with members of the World Sufficiency Lab team and the relevant local authority.

The World Sufficiency Lab reserves the right to close the recruitment process before the stated deadline if a suitable candidate is identified.  

Context

WSL contributes to public debate through scientific publications, policy briefs, flagship reports, international conferences, and a leading online learning platform dedicated to sufficiency.

Through its network of National Sufficiency Labs and academic partners, WSL collaborates with organisations across Europe and beyond to accelerate the metamorphosis of the global economy towards more sustainable, equitable, and resilient societies.  

To support its growing portfolio of digital tools and data-driven research activities, WSL is recruiting a Machine Learning Engineer on a fixed-term contract.

Mission

Under the supervision of the Executive Team and in close collaboration with WSL's research, policy, and communications teams, the Machine Learning Engineer will design, develop, and maintain the Lab's digital and analytical infrastructure at the intersection of artificial intelligence, machine learning, statistics, and web development.

The successful candidate will contribute to the development of innovative tools that support research, evidence synthesis, policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, and the dissemination of sufficiency-related knowledge.

Working across the entire data and software lifecycle, the successful candidate will translate scientific insights and policy challenges into robust digital solutions with tangible societal impact. He/She will contribute end-to-end, from understanding stakeholder needs and designing data models to developing, deploying, and maintaining AI and machine learning powered services that support sufficiency research, evidence synthesis, policy analysis, and public engagement.

This position offers a unique opportunity for an early-career engineer to develop technical expertise in a stimulating, interdisciplinary, and internationally visible research environment.

The successful candidate will work at the intersection of data science, artificial intelligence, sustainability, and public policy, applying advanced analytical and machine-learning techniques to address some of the most pressing challenges of our time, including ecological transition, resource security, social wellbeing, and socio-economic transformation. Working alongside researchers, policymakers, and practitioners, he/she will contribute directly to the development of innovative tools that help shape the transition towards a Good Life for All within planetary boundaries.      

Key Responsibilities

• Design, train, evaluate, and deploy machine-learning models addressing WSL's research and operational needs.
• Develop AI-driven tools supporting evidence synthesis, policy analysis, text mining, classification, forecasting, and stakeholder mapping.
• Explore and implement state-of-the-art approaches in machine learning, natural language processing, and AI where relevant.
• Ensure the robustness, transparency, and reproducibility of models and algorithms.

Statistical Analysis and Research Support

• Conduct rigorous quantitative analyses, including exploratory data analysis, statistical modelling, hypothesis testing, impact evaluation, and uncertainty assessment.
• Collaborate with researchers to develop analytical methodologies and translate scientific questions into computational approaches.
• Contribute to the production of data-driven insights, reports, policy briefs, and research outputs.

Data Engineering and MLOps

• Build and maintain data pipelines for data collection, cleaning, transformation, integration, and feature engineering.
• Develop scalable workflows for data processing and model deployment.
• Implement monitoring systems for deployed models, including performance tracking, drift detection, and retraining procedures.
• Promote best practices in MLOps, software engineering, version control, testing, and reproducibility.

Web Development and Digital Platforms

• Design and maintain web applications that integrate machine-learning models and analytical tools.
• Develop and manage APIs and backend services supporting WSL products and platforms.
• Contribute to user-friendly interfaces enabling researchers, policymakers, and external stakeholders to access analytical tools and datasets.
• Ensure the reliability, security, and scalability of deployed applications.

Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing

• Work closely with WSL's scientific, policy, communications, and operational teams to identify priorities and develop technical solutions.
• Document methodologies, codebases, and workflows to facilitate collaboration and long-term maintenance.
• Contribute to the dissemination of technical knowledge within the organisation and across partner networks.
• Participate in the development of open-source tools and collaborative digital infrastructures where appropriate.

Profile and Qualifications

Applicants should hold a Master's degree, PhD, or equivalent qualification in computer science, data science, statistics, applied mathematics, artificial intelligence, or a closely related discipline.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, or a related field;
• Strong proficiency in Python and its data-science ecosystem (e.g., pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn);  
• Hands-on experience with at least one deep-learning framework (PyTorch or TensorFlow);
• Solid grounding in statistics, including probability theory, statistical inference, hypothesis testing, regression analysis, and experimental design;
• Experience with web development, or a strong willingness to develop expertise in this area, including Python back-end development (FastAPI), RESTful API design, and front-end fundamentals (JavaScript/TypeScript, React, or equivalent frameworks);
• Ability to work across the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering and data modelling to deployment and maintenance;
• Strong interest in sufficiency, sustainability, ecological transition, socio-economic transformation, and public-policy challenges;
• Alignment with the World Sufficiency Lab's mission, values, and vision;
• Experience with MLOps, cloud deployment, AI, and large language models (LLMs) is considered a strong asset;
• Contributions to open-source projects, scientific publications, personal projects, or other demonstrable achievements showcasing both technical excellence and intellectual curiosity are highly desirable. 

Desirable Qualifications

The following qualifications will be considered strong assets:

• Experience with MLOps practices and production deployment of machine-learning systems.
• Expertise in natural language processing, large language models (LLMs), and AI applications.
• Experience with knowledge graphs, recommendation systems, or information retrieval systems.
• Contributions to open-source projects, scientific publications, or demonstrated technical thought leadership.
• Experience working at the interface of research, public policy, sustainability, or impact-oriented organisations.
• Familiarity with data visualisation tools and interactive dashboard development.
• Experience supporting interdisciplinary scientific research projects.

Contract Conditions

• Contract Type: Fixed-term contract (CDD).
• Duration: One year, with the possibility of conversion to a permanent contract subject to funding availability and performance.
• Start Date: Beginning of the 2026-2027 academic year.
• Location: Paris, with the possibility of hybrid working arrangements and partial teleworking.
• Salary: €42,000 - 45,000 gross per annum, depending on experience.

All activities are conducted in accordance with WSL's Code of Conduct, Ethics Framework, and Safeguarding Policy.    

Application Process

Applications should be submitted as a single PDF document containing:

• A curriculum vitae;
• A cover letter (of maximum two pages) outlining the candidate's motivation and relevant experience;
• Optional supporting materials, such as a portfolio, GitHub profile, publications, or examples of relevant projects.

Application Deadline: September 4th, 2026

Submission Procedure Applications should be sent by email to: info@thesufficiencylab.org with the subject line: "Machine Learning Engineer Application - [Candidate Name]"

Selection Process

Applications will be assessed on the basis of technical expertise, research and analytical capabilities, relevant professional experience, and alignment with the mission of the World Sufficiency Lab.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview with members of the Executive Team and relevant project leads.

The World Sufficiency Lab reserves the right to close the recruitment process before the stated deadline if a suitable candidate is 

WSL is seeking a Sufficiency Community Manager to join its team at the beginning of the 2026-2027 academic year on a one-year fixed-term contract  or a French work-study arrangement (alternance), including a contrat d'apprentissage, depending on the profile of the selected candidate, with the possibility of transitioning to a permanent position.

Mission

Under the supervision of the Executive Team and in close collaboration with WSL's research, policy, and communications teams, the Sufficiency Community Manager will play a central role in sustaining, expanding, and activating the World Sufficiency Lab's international community of researchers, practitioners, policymakers, learners, and civil-society actors.

The successful candidate will lead the management and continuous development of WSL's flagship Sufficiency MOOC, facilitate engagement across the Lab's digital platforms and networks, and design and deliver events that foster knowledge exchange, collaboration, and collective action around sufficiency.

The Community Manager will also contribute to WSL's broader communications and outreach strategy, helping to strengthen the organisation's visibility, influence, and impact among partners, supporters, media representatives, and the wider public.

This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of research dissemination, public engagement, capacity building, and community development within one of the leading international organisations dedicated to sufficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Community Engagement and Network Development

• Facilitate and grow WSL's international community across digital platforms, including Mattermost and other collaborative environments.
• Welcome and onboard new members, moderate discussions, encourage peer-to-peer exchanges, and foster a vibrant and inclusive community culture.
• Curate and disseminate relevant content, resources, opportunities, and events that support knowledge sharing and collaboration.
• Monitor community engagement and identify opportunities to strengthen participation, inclusivity, and collective learning.

Management and Development of the Sufficiency MOOC

• Coordinate the day-to-day management and continuous improvement of WSL's Sufficiency MOOC.
• Support learners throughout their learning journey through participant engagement, forum moderation, and community facilitation.
• Coordinate content updates and improvements in collaboration with scientific, pedagogical, and external contributors.
• Monitor and analyse programme performance, including enrolment, completion, engagement, and participant satisfaction rates.
• Develop recommendations to enhance learning outcomes, accessibility, and user experience.

Events and Knowledge Exchange

• Design, coordinate, and deliver online and in-person events, including webinars, workshops, conferences, community dialogues, and networking activities.
• Coordinate speakers, facilitators, partners, participant communications, and event logistics.
• Support participant recruitment and community mobilisation for events.
• Conduct post-event evaluations and identify opportunities for improvement and follow-up engagement.

Communications and Outreach

• Produce high-quality written content for the WSL website, newsletter, reports, and communication materials.
• Adapt messages and formats to different audiences, including researchers, policymakers, practitioners, funders, and the general public.
• Support the development of digital communication assets and contribute to the management of WSL's communication channels, including LinkedIn, YouTube, and other social media platforms.
• Monitor engagement, visibility, and audience-development indicators to strengthen WSL's outreach and public presence.

Community Systems and Data Management

• Maintain and improve community management systems, databases, mailing lists, and stakeholder records.
• Support the collection and analysis of engagement data and impact indicators.
• Contribute to the development of processes and tools that enhance the effectiveness and sustainability of community-management activities.

Profile and Qualifications

Applicants should hold, or be currently completing, a Master's degree in communications, science communication, education, public affairs, sustainability, political science, or a closely related field.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both French and English.
• Demonstrated experience in community management, stakeholder engagement, communications, network facilitation, or related functions.
• Proven ability to cultivate and manage online communities and collaborative digital environments.
• Experience working in an international, academic, policy, nonprofit, or mission-driven environment.
• Strong organisational and project-management skills, with the capacity to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Experience planning and delivering events, including stakeholder coordination, logistics, facilitation, and evaluation.
• Familiarity with digital collaboration platforms, social-media management tools, CRM systems, and content-creation software.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences across sectors, disciplines, and cultures.
• A strong interest in sufficiency, sustainability, ecological transition, social justice, public policy, and social innovation.
• Strong alignment with the mission, values, and vision of the World Sufficiency Lab.

Desirable Qualifications

The following qualifications will be considered strong assets:

• Knowledge of German and Spanish.
• Experience managing MOOCs, online learning programmes, or educational communities.
• Experience working with international networks of researchers, practitioners, or policymakers.
• Familiarity with learning management systems and digital education methodologies.
• Graphic design, video editing, or multimedia production skills.
• Experience producing reports, newsletters, policy-oriented communications, or public-facing publications.
• Knowledge of sustainability, sufficiency, democratic innovation, or socio-ecological transitions.

Contract Conditions

• Contract Type:  The position may be filled either through a one-year fixed-term contract (CDD) or a French work-study arrangement (alternance), including a contrat d'apprentissage, depending on the profile of the selected candidate.  
• Duration: One year 
• Start Date: Beginning of the 2026-2027 academic year.
• Location: Paris, with the possibility of hybrid working arrangements and partial teleworking.
• Remuneration: Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Prospects: Possibility of transition to a permanent contract, subject to funding availability and performance during the fixed-term period.

All activities are conducted in accordance with WSL's Code of Conduct, Ethics Framework, and Safeguarding Policy.  

Application Process

Applications should be submitted as a single PDF document containing:

• A curriculum vitae;
• A cover letter (of maximum two pages) outlining the candidate's motivation and relevant experience.

Application Deadline: September 4th, 2026

Submission Procedure

Applications should be sent by email to: info@thesufficiencylab.org with the subject line: "Sufficiency Community Manager Application - [Candidate Name]"

Selection Process

Applications will be assessed on the basis of relevant experience, communication and facilitation skills, community-building capabilities, and alignment with the mission of the World Sufficiency Lab.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview with members of the Executive Team.

The World Sufficiency Lab reserves the right to close the recruitment process before the stated deadline if a suitable candidate is identified.