Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council is committed to being an inclusive and accessible Council where equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) is everyone's responsibility, reflecting the Council’s diverse workforce, community, partners, and clients.
We are looking for an experienced Equality and Diversity Advisor who has demonstrable evidence of working directly in the field of EDI, to support the Head of Equality & Diversity in taking forward the Council’s important and exciting EDI agenda. You will be responsible for implementing and driving change with the pace needed to meet the Council’s equality commitments.
You will lead on operational priorities and specific initiatives in work areas such as:
1. Providing high-quality EDI advice and support to directorates.
2. Collection and/or analysis of data.
3. Designing and delivering bespoke training or briefings.
4. Policy advice and implementation.
5. Setting up and/or supporting staff networks.
For this role, you will need to have:
* A relevant degree (or equivalent) or be able to demonstrate relevant specialist EDI knowledge gained through extended experience at work and training.
* Proven experience of working in a similar EDI role with a track record of delivering on an ambitious EDI programme of work.
* A detailed knowledge and understanding of equality legislation and ways in which it can be practically embedded and promoted in a large, multi-functional public organization.
We recognize that work is what you do and not necessarily where you are based. Our aim is to balance the needs of our employees with service delivery and, for the majority of our roles, to enable our people to work remotely wherever possible.
Requests for working on a part-time or job-share basis will also be considered.
We offer a fantastic benefits package that includes opportunities for continuous learning, access to the local government pension scheme, a generous annual leave entitlement, and flexible working including up to 24 days flexi leave per year. Other benefits include a staff discount card, a Cycle 2 Work scheme, and access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
To apply, please click on the link below. If you have a specific question regarding this post, please contact Karen Grant, (Head of Equality and Diversity) at equalities@solihull.gov.uk or telephone 0121 704 6119.
Interviews will be held on 21st November 2024.
Solihull Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit.
Solihull Council has a responsibility for, and is committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk, and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Attached documents
JDPS ED Advisor Oct24.docx
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