Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Manager

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Manager

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Post Details

Full time, Open ended

The closing date for applications is midnight on Sunday 23 October 2022
Interviews are expected to take place on Monday 31 October 2022

There is an expectation that work will be undertaken in the UK

For the purposes of sponsorship, this is a role under SOC code 2317

The University of Stirling recognises that a diverse workforce benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers and welcome applications from those who would contribute to further diversification of our staff and ensure that equality, diversity and inclusion is woven into the substance of the role. We strongly encourage applications from people from diverse backgrounds including gender, identity, race, age, class, and ethnicity

The Post

The Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Manager will join a vibrant and expanding team at the heart of the University and will have the opportunity to lead our next steps to achieve the ambitions set out in our institutional strategy and associated EDI strategy and policy framework.

The postholder will proactively lead the development and implementation of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion related strategies, policies and projects to influence a mainstream culture of equity and inclusiveness throughout all practices and functions. The EDI Manager will have extensive knowledge of the relevant equalities and human rights legislation, including application of the Equality Act and associated Public Sector Equality Duties within Higher Education or similar regulated sector/organisation.

The successful candidate will have a unique opportunity to establish themselves as an influential and credible professional source of EDI knowledge and expertise across the institution. As such, they must have the ability to develop effective working partnerships across the institution, and to achieve buy in and shared ownership for change.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly collaborative team, in a new role, reporting to the Head of Policy and Planning and working closely with senior colleagues including the Senior Deputy Principal and the Institutional Dean of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

Description of Duties

Lead on and contribute to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion initiatives, projects and policy work to further promote and progress equity diversity and inclusion
Develop and enhance the University’s approach to equality diversity and inclusion, to meet legislative and good practice guidelines; including the Equality Act 2010/Public Sector Equality Duties and other legislation related to aspects of the EDI agenda
Identify sectoral good practice in relation to EDI and facilitate the sharing of this practice through institutional EDI networks
Provide high quality professional advice on current and emerging policy issues relating to equality, diversity and inclusion to staff including senior management, horizon scan for future developments in the EDI arena and brief senior colleagues accordingly
Provide high quality information, advice and guidance on all staff and students equality, diversity and inclusion matters, including equality impact assessments and the interpretation of EDI data and issues relating to EDI policy and practice
Manage, support and act as Secretary to University’s EDI committees and steering groups as required, including the preparation of high-quality committee papers, discussion documents and reports; analyse and interpret of data sets working in partnership with colleagues from across the institution
Develop and implement proposals, papers and briefings for senior managers, governance committees and steering groups
Lead on the preparation of statutory reports on delivery of our Equality Outcomes/monitoring duties and EDI Strategy objectives
Leading the preparation of submissions to accreditation schemes or Charters such as Athena SWAN etc.
Champion an organisational culture that values equality, diversity and inclusion as a core institutional value, in all dealings staff have with colleagues, customers, and partners
Work closely with student representatives and EDI leads/champions across academic areas and professional services to drive progress collaboratively, including gathering and utilising lived experience to foster change
Develop a programme of activities and projects to meet our objectives and EDI commitments

Essential Criteria

A degree level education or equivalent through relevant training/ experience
Professional experience of working in an EDI role in a complex organisation providing advice and direction to senior managers
Demonstrable experience of developing EDI policy, strategies/plans and delivering EDI initiatives aimed at achieving positive culture change
Proven ability to think strategically, to prioritise effectively and to balance a demanding and varied workload
Extensive and in-depth knowledge of relevant equalities and human rights legislation, including the application of the Equality Act 2010 and Public Sector Equality Duty within Higher Education or a similar regulated sector/organisation
Experience of interpreting legislation and applying it in a complex organisational context
Demonstrate knowledge, understanding and commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion including a critical understanding of relevant principles, guidance and theory
Experience of advancing equity in collaboration with a wide range of colleagues, networks, and stakeholders
Experience of working effectively as part of multi-disciplinary team
Experience of developing evidence-based initiatives in response to trends and patterns of inequity
Exceptional written communication, interpersonal and analytical skills, including the ability to explain complex information quickly and accurately to a range of audiences, including senior managers
The ability to present a persuasive and influential position, utilising qualitative and qualitative data and evidence
Excellent IT skills including the ability to work with a variety of systems
Excellent organisational ability, with the ability to project manage a range of initiatives and developments simultaneously
Ability to network and build meaningful relationships with senior colleagues, both within and outside the University, and to maintain strong working partnerships

Desirable Criteria

Evidence of continuous professional development
Excellent knowledge of the higher education sector and the external political factors which impact upon the sector
Experience of working in a higher education policy or planning setting
Experience and understanding of interculturalism and working with diverse populations

Behaviours and Competencies

The role holder will be required to evidence that they can meet the qualities associated with the following behavioural competencies, as detailed within the AUA Competency Framework.

Managing self and personal skills
Being aware of your own behaviour and mindful of how it impacts on others, enhancing personal skills to adapt professional practice accordingly.

Delivering excellent service
Providing the best quality service to external and internal clients. Building genuine and open long-term relationships in order to drive up service standards.

Finding solutions
Taking a holistic view and working enthusiastically to analyse problems and to develop workable solutions. Identifying opportunities for innovation.

Embracing change
Being open to and engaging with new ideas and ways of working. Adjusting to unfamiliar situations, shifting demands and changing roles.

Using resources effectively
Identifying and making the most productive use of resources including people, time, information, networks and budgets.

Engaging with the wider context
Enhancing your contribution to the organisation through an understanding of the bigger picture and showing commitment to organisational values.

Developing self and others
Showing commitment to own ongoing professional development. Supporting and encouraging others to develop their professional knowledge, skills and behaviours to enable them to reach their full potential.

Working together
Working collaboratively with others in order to achieve objectives. Recognising and valuing the different contributions people bring to this process.

Achieving Results
Consistently meeting agreed objectives and success criteria. Taking personal responsibility for getting things done.

About Us

Policy & Planning is one of the divisions within Student, Academic and Corporate Services (SACS) and provides a range of services including developing and co-ordinating University policies and strategic projects, overseeing the management of the University’s governance structures, supporting the University’s league table performance and institutional student surveys, preparing and analysing performance information, policy development, committee support, preparing statistical returns to regulatory bodies and coordinating and monitoring the strategic planning process.

The University

The University of Stirling is committed to providing education with a purpose and carrying out research which has a positive impact on communities across the globe – addressing real issues, providing solutions and helping to shape society. Stirling is 4th in Scotland and 43rd in the UK for research impact, with 87% of its research having an outstanding or very considerable impact on society – and more than 80% rated either world leading or internationally excellent (Research Excellence Framework 2021). Interdisciplinary in its approach, Stirling’s research informs its teaching curriculum and facilitates opportunities for knowledge exchange and collaboration between staff, students, industry partners and the wider community.

The University of Stirling is ranked among the top 30 UK universities for student satisfaction (National Student Survey) and top 10 in the UK for postgraduate student experience (Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey), and has an overall five-star rating in the QS Stars University Ratings.

More than 17,000 students study with the University of Stirling globally, with over 120 nationalities represented on its scenic central Scotland campus alone. The campus – also home to 1,700 staff – has its own loch and castle, and a recent multi-million-pound redevelopment has delivered modern, flexible, and digitally connected study and social spaces at the heart of campus, including enhanced student support and retail and catering outlets.

The University has twice been recognised with a Queen’s Anniversary Prize – the first for its Institute for Social Marketing and Health (2014) and the second for its Institute of Aquaculture (2019). Stirling is Scotland’s University for Sporting Excellence and its recently redeveloped world-class facilities provide the perfect training environment for the University’s sports scholars – many of whom compete at the highest level, including at the Olympics and Commonwealth Games – and for students, staff, and the wider community.

As a signatory to the £214 million Stirling and Clackmannanshire City Region Deal, the University is driving productivity and inclusive growth across the Forth Valley, and beyond. Through pioneering collaborative solutions to global challenges, researchers are putting innovation, skills, and partnership at the heart of a sustainable economic recovery.
www.stir.ac.uk @stiruni

Job number: SERV01576
Contract Type: Open Ended
Closing date: 23-Oct-2022
Location:: Stirling Campus
Grade: Grade8 £43,414-£51,805 p.a.
Faculty/Service: Student Academic and Corporate Services