Equality, Diversity & Inclusion and Culture Coordinator

Location: Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG

Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford

As the first department in the University of Oxford to receive an Athena Swan Gold award, we have ambitious plans which is why we are recruiting for this new role of EDI and Culture Coordinator. Reporting to the Head of Organisational Development, the EDI and Culture Coordinator will play a crucial part in the development and implementation of initiatives that promote equality, diversity, and a positive organisational culture.

The successful applicant will be an enthusiastic, creative and committed individual who welcomes the opportunity to engage in a range of activities, contribute effectively to a wider team, and who is able to respond positively to new challenges. Responsibilities will include project management for all the department’s Athena Swan work including monitoring and implementing our gold action plan, and undertaking detailed analysis of staff, student, and survey data. The EDI and Culture Coordinator will play a key role in supporting training and development opportunities in the department, especially for the Leadership Learning Pathway as well as driving wellbeing initiatives.

To be successful in this role, you will have experience of delivering exceptional administrative services, demonstrate the ability to work independently and use your own initiative as well as contribute to the success of a wider team through strong interpersonal skills. The successful candidate will be educated to graduate level or hold the equivalent experience.

The NDPCHS is a friendly, welcoming department which guided by our department values seeks to be innovative in the way we work. This role is an excellent development opportunity for anyone wishing to gain experience in equality, diversity and inclusion, and project management.

You will be based in Radcliffe Primary Care, Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, Radcliffe Primary Care Building, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG as your normal place of work but there will be the opportunity for hybrid working, to be agreed with your line manager.

The role is fixed-term until 31st May 2026 in the first instance with the possibility of extension.

For further information or to discuss the post please contact Kathryn Ungerer: [email protected]

Committed to equality and valuing diversity

You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your online application. The Supporting Statement should include a cover letter and should also clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description. Click here for information and advice on writing an effective Supporting Statement.

The closing date for applications is 12:00 noon on 1st May 2024

Please note: This role will not attract sufficient points to obtain a sponsored skilled worker visa under the points based immigration system, however applications are welcome from candidates who don’t currently have the right to work in the UK, but who would be eligible to obtain a visa via another route.