Director of the Development Council

Métropole du Grand Paris

. Organize the Development Council’s bodies: plenary assemblies, executive committee meetings, and working groups .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeParis • FranceLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in public policy, particularly in environmental policy and urban planning, while effectively managing relationships with stakeholders and facilitating participatory democracy initiatives. Proven ability to organize and support meetings, events, and working groups, ensuring alignment with local authorities' regulatory frameworks and strategic challenges.

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Master's Degree In Public PolicyExperience In Local Authorities OperationsKnowledge Of Local Public PoliciesProficiency In Participatory Democracy TechniquesExpertise In Environmental Policy

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Hard Skills

Event Logistics ManagementMeeting PreparationDrafting Progress ReportsMonitoring CODEV's WorkManaging Working GroupsTechnical Support For Working Group ChairsCommunication Method DevelopmentStakeholder Relationship ManagementOrganizing ConferencesSocial Media Management

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipLiaison SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsFacilitation Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Territorial Attaché Employment FrameworkTerritorial Engineer Employment Framework

Industry Keywords

Environmental PolicyUrban PlanningPublic Consultation InitiativesLocal Executive Decision-Making ProcessesEuropean Policy ToolsSustainable DevelopmentMetropolitan Council PositioningPublic Action FoundationsRegulatory Framework UnderstandingTerritorial Environment Knowledge

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Organize the Development Council’s bodies: plenary assemblies, executive committee meetings, and working groups
Prepare meetings and events: invitations, agendas, key messages, working documents, and meeting secretariat support
Organize conferences and identify speakers
Manage and monitor Development Council members
Organize event logistics and coordinate service providers
Provide methodological and technical support to working group chairs
Organize working group hearings and manage their social media
Monitor CODEV’s work, formalize outputs, and propose communication methods for its opinions and contributions
Develop and implement changes to CODEV
Serve as the technical point of contact for the Métropole’s public consultation initiatives
Manage relationships with event and facilitation service providers
Consider the positioning of the Metropolitan Council in relation to those of local areas
Act as the liaison between the Métropole du Grand Paris and CODEV members
Draft progress reports and proposals for the Métropole’s senior officials
Prepare any draft resolutions for the Metropolitan Executive Committee and Council
Contribute to responses to requests from municipalities, residents, and partners
Work with public- and private-sector stakeholders and elected officials
Manage and supervise teams and lead CODEV’s activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree (or equivalent) in public policy—particularly environmental policy, clean mobility, urban planning, etc.—or in Environment and Sustainable Development
Minimum of 3 to 5 years’ experience in the target role or an equivalent position
Strong understanding of the operations, regulatory framework, and processes of local authorities
Knowledge of local public policies, the foundations of public action, local executive decision-making processes, and the territorial environment
Strong understanding of the strategic challenges associated with the Métropole’s projects
Expertise in the relevant field
Proficiency in participatory democracy techniques and methods
Familiarity with academic and university environments
Knowledge of European policy tools and mechanisms available to local authorities
Territorial Attaché or Territorial Engineer employment framework (Category A)
Statutory appointment; contractual fixed-term appointment if no suitable civil servant is available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Attractive supplementary compensation scheme and an individual and collective performance bonus
Remote work: up to 2 days per week
Pleasant working environment and very well-equipped offices
On-site inter-company restaurant, with access to the City of Paris municipal restaurant and the Caisse des Dépôts restaurant
Employer contribution toward supplementary health insurance and provident insurance
Sustainable mobility allowance of up to €300 per year for employees commuting in an environmentally friendly vehicle (bicycle, scooter, electric car, etc.)
75% reimbursement of the Navigo travel pass
CNAS (National Social Action Committee) benefits
Training pathway tailored to your professional development plan
40-hour working week, enabling employees to accrue 2 additional leave days (RTT) per month