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This role is situated within the Campaign to End Loneliness, which is hosted by the Centre.

The Communications Manager is responsible for raising the public profile of the Campaign, across a broad range of broadcast, print, digital and social media channels to promote our work and reputation. Overarching role objective is to provide management and coordination of communications activity using established communications channels that are central to the delivery of the Campaign’s evidence, community and action related goals.

How to apply

If you would like to apply, please send a CV and covering letter specifying why you are interested in the role and how you meet the person specification to info@whatworkswellbeing.org

Closing date is midnight Sunday 17 January 2021. We will be reviewing applications as they come in. Interviews to be held on Monday 25 January with an ideal start date of 1 February 2021.

Download job description and more information (PDF)

This role is situated within the Campaign to End Loneliness, which is hosted by the Centre.

The Community and Projects Manager is responsible for engaging a wide range of organisations with the issue of loneliness with the intention of creating action focussed dialogue and commitment to create positive change across sectors. Overarching role objective is to grow the Campaign’s community by providing management and coordination of engagement activity using events, online platform, and other facilitation.

How to apply

If you would like to apply, please send a CV and covering letter specifying why you are interested in the role and how you meet the person specification to info@whatworkswellbeing.org

Closing date is midnight Sunday 17 January 2021. We will be reviewing applications as they come in. Interviews to be held on Monday 25 January with an ideal start date of 1 February 2021.

Download job description and more information (PDF)

We are seeking to recruit a new Chair of our Board of Directors for the What Works Centre for Wellbeing (the Centre), the UK’s premier organisation committed to creating a robust evidence base for improving wellbeing in society.  You will take the reins when our current Chair steps down in April 2021 after six years in the role and guide the organisation in the next phase of its journey. You’ll lead on the delivery of our ambitious strategy 2020.

You will lead a well-motivated and balanced Board that sets the strategic direction for the Centre and ensures effective governance.  You will engage with academics from a wide range of disciplines and you will have the opportunity to influence policy makers in government, business and the voluntary sector. You will exercise your existing intellectual and persuasive skills but you will also learn a great deal in an environment where happiness is a fundamental goal.

If you care about the future direction of our society and want to make a difference to the lives of our fellow citizens then we want to hear from you.  Inclusion is a core value for the Centre and we welcome applications that represent a variety of backgrounds and perspectives.

How to apply 

• Download the candidate briefing pack to read the job description and more information about this role.

Applicants should prepare a short statement setting out their reasons for wishing to be considered for the role and the skills/qualities they would bring to the organisation. Statements should not exceed two pages in length and must be accompanied by a curriculum vitae. Applications should be sent by email to info@whatworkswellbeing.org

Please also contact info@whatworkswellbeing.org if you would like to arrange a conversation with our outgoing chair Dr Paul Litchfield.

Interviews will be held virtually.