We are seeking an outstanding graduate who can bridge the worlds of research and policy and is committed to producing high quality, policy relevant research and analysis.
This is a unique opportunity to work at the heart of current policy debates across our three priority areas of Tackling Inequalities, Environment and Net Zero and Community Wellbeing. CLICK HERE for more info
The successful candidate will work alongside experienced researchers and knowledge brokers to scope, design and deliver knowledge mobilisation projects for the Welsh Government and public service leaders. The main duties of the role are as follows:
- To undertake research and mobilise knowledge to address the evidence needs of government ministers’ and public service leaders by scoping the existing evidence base, conducting literature and evidence reviews, informing project planning, identifying and commissioning experts, and drafting/editing reports.
- To analyse and communicate complex ideas and concepts using appropriate methods.
- To communicate evidence via policy reports, webinars, newsletters, blogs, and social media.
- To support the organisation of events including webinars, workshops and briefings for ministers and public service leaders.
This post is full-time (35 hours per week), available immediately until 31 March 2028.
We support hybrid working and other flexible working arrangements but expect staff to work from our offices in the purpose-built Social Science Research Park (SPARK) located on Cardiff University’s £300 million Innovation Campus at least two days per week.
Salary: £33,951 - £36,636 per annum (Grade 5)
As part of the application process, applicants are asked to answer the following question (max 300 words) at the start of their supporting statement.
The Wales Centre for Public Policy (WCPP) provides evidence to enable Welsh Government, local authorities, health boards and other public bodies in Wales make policy decisions and improve public services. Choose a policy area you have demonstrable experience with and explain whether it relates to WCPP’s priority areas. Then outline your approach to how you would synthesise the evidence to answer a challenging question in this policy area. Finally, highlight the key factors which need to be considered about the quality of this evidence to ensure it is sufficiently robust to help Welsh policy makers.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact Helen Tilley, Director of Policy and Practice (Welsh Government) – helen.tilley@wcpp.org.uk
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