Cardiff Metropolitan University
Equality Diversity and Inclusion Business Partner
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Job Opportunity: Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Business Partner
This position is available either as a fixed-term contract or as a secondment opportunity until 30/06/2027. Applications are welcomed from candidates interested in either arrangement, with any secondment subject to agreement from the successful candidate's current employer and/or line manager.
Cardiff Met aims to create a supportive and fair working and learning environment for all. Embedding Equality, Diversity and Inclusion is a key priority, shaping how we work and support our community. Through a range of initiatives and partnerships, we continue to grow as a more equitable and inclusive University community.
About the Role
As our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Business Partner, you’ll work collaboratively across the University to support the delivery of our EDI agenda, embedding inclusive practices and contributing to the implementation of strategic initiatives and action plans. You’ll provide expert guidance to colleagues, helping ensure equality, diversity and inclusion remain at the heart of decision making across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Supporting the monitoring and implementation of EDI Charter Mark awards and Equality Impact Assessment processes, and the exploration of new EDI initiatives.
- Analysing quantitative and qualitative EDI data relating to staff and students, reporting on key themes, supporting evidence-based decision making.
- Leading the implementation of the Race Equality Charter action plan, providing programme management and guidance to workstream leads.
- Supporting the development of staff networks, building collaborative relationships across the University and championing inclusive culture change.
- Providing administrative support to the EDI Committee and associated working groups.
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What You’ll Bring
- A thorough understanding of the Equality Act 2010 and Public Sector Equality Duty, alongside experience of providing EDI advice and support to a range of stakeholders.
- Experience of successfully managing and delivering projects in a complex organisation, motivating others to achieve shared goals.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to write reports and present information clearly and concisely.
- Experience of planning, coordinating and supporting working groups and projects.
Why Join Cardiff Metropolitan University?
We are a values-driven University where innovation and creativity shape everything we do. Our community is collaborative, inclusive and ambitious - and we give you the freedom and support to explore new ideas and deliver meaningful change.
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Benefits
- 35 days annual leave plus 12 bank holiday/concessionary days.
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous monthly contributions.
- Excellent family friendly policies - take a look on our Policy Hub page.
- Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
- Excellent sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership.
- Free family access to our independent specialist wellbeing support provider, Health Assured.
Contact Us
For more information about the role please contact Martin Smith, Equality and Diversity Manager on mrsmith@cardiffmet.ac.uk, or feel free to contact Cerys Purdon, supporting this vacancy on cpurdon@cardiffmet.ac.uk.
All applications must be submitted online.
The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page.
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