Project Coordinator (Equality, Diversity and Inclusion) (2 Posts, 0.6 FTE)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Project Coordinator (Equality, Diversity and Inclusion) to join the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Team within the People and Culture Division. The role will support the development, implementation and evaluation of the University’s Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy, with a primary focus on staff experience, organisational culture, policy implementation and workforce equality.

Key duties of the role include leading defined workstreams across institutional EDI programmes and action plans; analysing workforce equality data and producing reports, briefings and recommendations; supporting the development and implementation of policies, guidance and Equality Impact Assessments; and providing specialist advice on equality legislation and inclusive practice. You will also work collaboratively with colleagues, staff equality networks, trade union representatives and other stakeholders, and design and deliver workshops, resources and engagement activities that support inclusive leadership and organisational change.

You will have a relevant qualification, degree or equivalent professional knowledge and experience gained through working in a related role, together with evidence of continuing professional development. You will have experience of delivering EDI initiatives, organisational change activity or people-related programmes within a complex organisation, and sound knowledge of relevant equality legislation and policy frameworks. You will also be able to analyse quantitative and qualitative data, communicate findings clearly to varied audiences, facilitate workshops and engagement activities, and develop effective guidance and resources. Strong organisational, analytical and communication skills, sound judgement and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion are essential.

Experience of working in Higher Education, the public sector or a similarly complex organisation would be advantageous, as would experience of supporting equality action plans or accreditation frameworks, policy reviews, consultation exercises, Equality Impact Assessments, workforce data analysis, staff networks or culture-change programmes.

These part-time (0.6 FTE) posts are available on a fixed term basis until 31 August 2027. 

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. We particularly welcome applicants with the protected characteristic of race (Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic) for this post, as they are currently underrepresented at this level within the People and Culture Division. Appointment will be made on merit, and all applicants will be scored against the same criteria.

Benefits include: 

• 39 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and University Customary days (pro rata for part-time).
• Family and Work-life balance policies including hybrid working and considerable maternity, paternity, shared parental leave and adoption leave.
• Generous pension scheme with life cover for dependants, plus incapacity cover.
• Health and Wellbeing: discounted access to Sportspark facilities, relaxation rooms, 320 acres of rolling parkland, wellbeing walks, Wellbeing Ambassador network, on-campus medical centre including NHS Dentist, Occupational Health and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
• Campus Facilities: Sportspark, library, nursery, supermarket, post office, bars and catering outlets.
• Exclusive shopping discounts to help cut the cost of household bills, childcare salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and public transport discounts.
• Personal Development: unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning courses, specialist advice and training from our Organisational Development and Professional Learning Team.

Closing date: 5 October 2026 

The University holds an Athena Swan Silver Institutional Award in recognition of our advancement towards gender equality.

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