Director of the Sir Lenny Henry Centre for Media Diversity

Birmingham City University; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 81,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent university in the UK is seeking a visionary Director for the Sir Lenny Henry Centre for Media Diversity. This role demands leadership to enhance diversity representation in British media and involves strategic communication with industry leaders. The position offers a full-time salary between £81,836 to £92,593 per annum, along with a commitment to inclusivity in applications.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leadership within the media profession.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusivity in media.
• Sustained experience in research or education.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Centre's mission for diversity in media.
• Build influential relationships across the industry.
• Guide impactful research and amplify the Centre's voice.

Skills

Leadership in media

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Strategic communication

Research and engagement

Job description

The Sir Lenny Henry Centre for Media Diversity (LHC) is seeking a visionary and dynamic Director to lead its mission to improve the diversity of representation and employment across contemporary British media.

As Director, you will be the strategic force behind the Centre's work by building influential relationships across the media industry, guiding impactful research and engagement, and amplifying the Centre's voice in public discourse. You'll work closely with the Advisory Board and report to the PVC REES, steering the Centre toward its ambitious goals.

You will be nationally recognised within the media profession for your leadership and contribution, with proven experience in research, education, or enterprise. You will have sustained and demonstrable commitment to diversity and inclusion in media. As a confident communicator, you will inspire change and build consensus, while also challenging assumptions, sharing knowledge, and helping to shape a more inclusive British media.

Salary and Benefits

The full-time starting salary is normally £81,836.00 per annum, with progression available in post to £92,593.00 per annum.

Grade and Type

Grade: K, Full-time, Permanent

About Us

Birmingham City University is deeply committed to equality, diversity, and inclusivity at all levels in the organisation, and to addressing underrepresentation in our workforce to ensure we are truly representative of the community we serve.

We welcome applications from applicants from all backgrounds and communities for this role, and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic applicants.

The University is proudly Disability Confident. This means amongst other things that we commit to offering a guaranteed interview to disabled applicants who fully meet the essential criteria for each role.