Paul McDonald

Paul McDonald is an experienced communications professional currently serving as the Chief Campaigns Officer at The Health Foundation since January 2024. Prior to this role, Paul held the position of Executive Director of External Affairs at Samaritans from July 2015 to April 2023, where responsibilities included leading a £28 million organization, managing a budget of £4.5 million, and overseeing various communication and policy initiatives. Additional experience includes roles such as Director of Communications at Action for Children, Head of Communications at King’s College London, and Head of Communications and Media at Diabetes UK. Paul began a career in journalism with roles at national newspapers before transitioning to project and organizational communication management. Educational background includes an Advanced Diploma in Communications from Martran College, a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism from Cornwall College, and a BA in History/Economics from the University of Wales, Cardiff.