EDI Project Officer

Manchester Metropolitan University; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and hybrid working

Generous annual leave

Excellent pension scheme

Health and wellbeing services

Staff networks and development

Job summary

Manchester Metropolitan University is seeking an Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Project Officer to coordinate a varied portfolio of EDI initiatives. You’ll report to the Head of EDI and play a key role in delivering projects that strengthen belonging across our community.

You will use Microsoft 365 to manage project plans, coordinate meetings and events, and prepare reports. The role demands excellent communication, organisation and the ability to work across multiple stakeholders in a

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification, or substantial relevant experience, is essential.
• Experience coordinating projects and communicating with diverse stakeholder groups.
• Strong organisational, planning and administrative capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of strategic EDI projects and programmes across the University.
• Develop and maintain project plans, track milestones and monitor progress.
• Coordinate meetings, events, staff networks and engagement initiatives.
• Provide diary management for the Director of EDI and support communications activity.
• Gather feedback, analyse data and prepare reports to inform future activity.
• Build relationships with colleagues and external partners to deliver EDI priorities.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal

Organisational & planning

Microsoft 365 proficiency

Independent worker

Stakeholder engagement

Commitment to EDI

Adaptability in fast-paced environment

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification or substantial relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Project Officer

Why join us?

Become part of our collaborative culture, diverse teams and well-connected community. At Manchester Met, we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. As our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Project Officer, you'll play a vital role in delivering initiatives that strengthen belonging, celebrate diversity and support our ambition to be a truly inclusive university. Every project you support will help shape the experience of more than 5,000 colleagues and contribute to our commitment to Transforming Lives Together.

What you'll do

Working within the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Team, you'll provide high-quality project and administrative support across a varied portfolio of EDI programmes and initiatives. Reporting to the Head of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, you'll help bring our Equality Objectives to life through effective coordination, stakeholder engagement and project delivery.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the delivery of strategic EDI projects and programmes across the University.
• Developing and maintaining project plans, tracking milestones and monitoring progress.
• Coordinating meetings, events, staff network activities and engagement initiatives.
• Diary management for the Director of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
• Supporting communications activity through digital channels, intranet content and internal campaigns.
• Managing team administration, including diary management, procurement processes, event coordination and stakeholder communications.
• Gathering feedback, analysing data and preparing reports that help inform future activity.
• Building effective relationships with colleagues and external partners to support collaborative delivery of EDI priorities.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to work that makes a tangible difference, helping to foster a culture where every colleague feels valued, respected and able to reach their full potential.

Who we're looking for

You will be a highly organised and proactive professional who enjoys coordinating multiple priorities and building positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.

You’ll bring:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and planning abilities.
• Experience using Microsoft 365 and managing varied administrative activities.
• The ability to work independently while supporting multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills.
• An interest in, and commitment to, equality, diversity and inclusion.
• A positive, solutions-focused approach and the confidence to adapt in a fast-paced environment.

A degree or equivalent qualification, or substantial relevant experience, is essential.

Experience of project coordination and communicating with diverse stakeholder groups will help you succeed in this role.

What you’ll receive

At Manchester Met, you'll join a diverse and inclusive community that values your contribution and supports your development.

You’ll benefit from:

• A supportive, people-led culture.
• Professional and career development opportunities.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements where appropriate.
• Generous annual leave entitlement plus University closure days.
• An excellent pension scheme.
• Health, wellbeing and employee support services.
• Staff networks, communities and opportunities to get involved across the University.
• The opportunity to work in a University recognised for its commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Be part of something bigger

At Manchester Met, we're proudly driving progress through education, research and social impact. We're a diverse and connected community where every voice matters and where colleagues are empowered to make meaningful contributions. If you're passionate about equality, diversity and inclusion and want to help create positive change, we'd love to hear from you.

Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from all local and international communities, including Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We support a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and tailored schedules, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your role, please let us know so we can provide appropriate support.

Our commitment to inclusivity includes mentoring programmes, accessibility resources, and professional development opportunities to empower and support underrepresented groups.

Manchester Met is a Disability Confident Leader and, under this scheme, aims to offer an interview to disabled people who apply for the role and meet the essential criteria as listed in the attached Job Description for that vacancy.

For any informal enquiries about the role, please contact, Amraze Khan, Head of EDI on [e-mail]

Closing date: 13th November 2026

Interview Dates: 24th and 25th November

We would encourage candidates to make note of these dates in the event that you are successfully shortlisted.