Strategic EDI Leader — Inclusion & Impact

Global Sports Jobs Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Chelsea FC Foundation is seeking an experienced Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Lead to coordinate and implement the club and foundation's EDI strategy, reporting and impact. You will provide expert EDI advice and work with the People Team, the People Director and external partners to ensure progress and compliance.

In this role you will lead EDI policy development, coordinate governance groups, deliver training, and build external partnerships to drive inclusive practice across sport,

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of contemporary EDI landscape and legislative frameworks.
• Experience with safeguarding and working with children/adults at risk.
• Proven track record delivering EDI strategies and real change.
• Experience in policy development and stakeholder management.
• Ability to gain senior board buy-in and manage cross-sector partners.

Responsibilities

• Act as EDI spokesperson and expert for compliance with Equality Act 2010.
• Lead development and implementation of EDI strategy, policies and processes.
• Coordinate EDI events, groups and related workstreams with senior leaders.
• Provide specialist advice on fair recruitment and career development.
• Deliver EDI training, presentations and workshops; engage providers as needed.
• Develop external partnerships and share best practice across sports and charity sectors.

Skills

EDI expertise

Policy development

Stakeholder management

Training delivery

People leadership

Safeguarding knowledge

Strategic planning

Communications

Education

Degree or equivalent

CIPD Level 5-7

Job description

Chelsea FC Foundation is seeking an experienced Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Lead to coordinate and implement the club and foundation's EDI strategy, reporting and impact. You will provide expert EDI advice and work with the People Team, the People Director and external partners to ensure progress and compliance.

In this role you will lead EDI policy development, coordinate governance groups, deliver training, and build external partnerships to drive inclusive practice across sport,