Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Manager

at  Young Gloucestershire

POSITION: Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Manager
DURATION OF POST: 12 months initially (Subject to Contract)
HOURS: Full time 37.5 Hours per week
YG’s core business hours are Monday-Friday 9-5.30pm however due to the nature and pressing need of our work all YG staff may be required to complete work outside of these hours.
SALARY: £27,300.00 - £30,200.00 per annum (pro rata)
HOLIDAY: 25 days per annum plus bank holidays
PENSION: Auto enrolment pension in place

JOB SUMMARY

The Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (E, D & I) Manager is a pivotal new role within Young Gloucestershire that bridges community engagement and organisational management to advance equity, diversity, and inclusion both internally and externally. The E, D and I manager will be responsible for understanding community needs through active engagement and co-creating impactful responses to address those needs. Simultaneously, they will guide the organisation in enhancing EDI principles into its practices, policies, and culture.

SPECIFIC DUTIES

• Build relationships with diverse community stakeholders to identify and understand equity-related challenges.
• Facilitate focus groups, surveys, and consultations to gather insight and co-develop strategies for addressing community needs.
• Build relationships with key community leaders and services in diverse communities in the county.
• Collaborate with colleagues to identify and develop sector priorities and delivery plans that align with community development priorities.
• Represent the organisation in the community events and partnerships to advocate for inclusive practices.
• Provide co-ordination of EDI activities and champion team to support YG with the implementation of the EDI project action plan.
• Ensure appropriate data is identified, analysed and used to identify areas of focus and track progress.
• Remain up to date with local, national, and international EDI policy and practice, acting as a source of knowledge and channel for communications.
• Manage EDI reporting mechanisms relating to progress and outcomes against EDI plans, aims and objectives.
• Act as a key link between the COO, CEO and the board of trusties, working in partnership to ensure the flow of communication, best practice, initiative and support.
• Produce and present comprehensive highlight reports to relevant stakeholders as required.
• Develop, review, and update E, D and I policies, procedures, and guidelines in accordance with relevant legislation, regulations, and best practice.
• Coordinate and deliver comprehensive E, D and I training programmes for staff, volunteers, and relevant stakeholders.
• Act as a source of support, advice, and expertise for all staff.
• Collaborate with external agencies, local authorities, and other organisation to share best practice and ensure a coordinated approach to E, D and I.

GENERAL DUTIES

• When required liaise with funders, commissioners, and key personnel to manager E, D and I activities.
• Attend team meetings, supervision sessions and management meeting as arranged
• Work flexibly as may be required to carry out any other reasonable duties.
• Ensure E, D and I best practice is embedded into all areas of work and take responsibility for ensuring risk assessments and health and safety of all programmes are managed.
• To ensure that staff teams receive supervisions, training and support as required
• To ensure young people are at the centre of our services.
• To be an active member of the middle management team.
• To ensure that the work reflects the organisations commitment to equal opportunities.
• To contribute to a teamwork approach in all aspects of work.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Keep up to date with current affairs and maintain an awareness of resources that may be of benefit to Young Gloucestershire.
• Complete essential training.
• Uphold Young Gloucestershire’s ethos and policies.
• Promote a positive image of Young Gloucestershire.
• Work as part of the wider organisation and undertake duties as required to ensure the strategic objectives of the organisation are achieved.

WE ARE UNABLE TO PROVIDE SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE, YOU MUST HAVE THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £27,300.00-£30,200.00 per year

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Manage