Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Manager (Maternity Cover)

University of Oxford; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A renowned educational institution in Oxford is seeking a part-time Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator. This role involves managing key EDI programs, leading Athena Swan work, and acting as the Disability Coordinator for students. The successful candidate will have experience in equality and diversity, excellent communication skills, and project management abilities. This position offers a hybrid work model with opportunities for personal development and 38 days of annual leave.

Benefits

Excellent contributory pension scheme

38 days annual leave

Comprehensive range of childcare services

Family leave schemes

Cycle loan scheme

Discounted bus travel

Qualifications

• Experience in equality and diversity field.
• Up-to-date knowledge of policies and good practices.
• Ability to work independently in a complex environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead Athena Swan work and maintain the Silver award.
• Manage key EDI programmes including mentoring schemes.
• Act as the department’s Disability Coordinator for students.
• Lead data gathering and analysis for EDI initiatives.
• Collaborate and contribute to wider EDI activities.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proven project management skills

Understanding and manipulating data

Ability to compile and manage online surveys

Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion

Education

Degree or equivalent professional experience

Job description

School of Geography and the Environment, South Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3QY THIS POST COULD BE CONSIDERED AS A SECONDMENT OPPORTUNITY

About the Role

• This is a fixed term, part time role ( 22.5 hours / 60%FTE) to cover maternity leave and is offered for 12 months / until May 2027, depending on the return of the substantive postholder.
• You will join a thriving, friendly and supportive team reporting to the Head of HR and working closely with key stakeholders and the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Committee (EDI Committee). We will invest in your personal development through training and professional development.
• You will lead The School of Geography and the Environment’s (SoGE) Athena Swan work, maintaining the Silver award, delivering the 2026–2031 action plan, managing mandatory data, and coordinating working groups and deadlines.
• You will manage key EDI programmes, including the GEMS mentoring scheme and the internal Carers Network, overseeing recruitment, training, communications and events.
• You will act as the department’s Disability Coordinator for students, ensuring Student Support Plans are effectively communicated and implemented.
• You will lead data gathering and analysis for surveys and EDI initiatives, preparing reports, presentations and communications to support decision-making.
• You will collaborate widely across the School, University and external networks, representing SoGE, sharing best practice, and contributing to wider EDI activity as require

About You

• You will hold a degree or equivalent professional experience
• You will have experience in the field of equality and diversity, and up-to-date knowledge and understanding of policies and good practice in this area, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• You will have proven project management skills, including the ability to work independently in a complex environment, taking initiative when necessary and prioritising work effectively to meet deadlines.
• You will have the ability to understand and manipulate data and the ability to compile and manage online surveys
• You will have a commitment to advancing equality, diversity and inclusion

What We Offer

• An excellent contributory pension scheme
• 38 days annual leave
• A comprehensive range of childcare services
• Family leave schemes
• Cycle loan scheme
• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans.

This is a hybrid role : you will be based in our offices in central Oxford and will be expected to come to site as required– you will be able to agree a pattern of regular remote working with your line manager. Application Process