Associate Dean (Equity, Diversity and Inclusion)
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16/01/2023, 23:55
School of Science, Engineering & Environment
Associate Dean – Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
(Fixed Term – 2 years initially)
The University of Salford is committed to realising equality of opportunity across its whole community of colleagues and students.
A member of the Race Equality Charter, a Disability Confident employer, and Athena SWAN bronze award holder, the University has also recently been awarded Stonewall Gold accreditation.
We are now seeking to appoint an Associate Dean for Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)
The role reports to the Dean of School and will be a key member of the School’s Executive Team.
You will be working closely with wider School management teams and colleagues to co-create and build coalitions for change and communities of practice. Championing EDI objectives at a School Executive level, using constructive challenge to bring positive change and action throughout the School, as well as planning, developing, and embedding structures to support the achievement of EDI targets, actions and initiatives, will all be key elements of the role.
As a University we have a deep-rooted commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and we are energetically developing and implementing new policies and practices to promote these values across all areas.
We are seeking with understanding and experience of contemporary EDI challenges, the ability to build effective working relationships across a range of stakeholders, as well as being able to influence decision-making.
Ideally you will have some experience of working in higher education, however we are also keen to hear from candidates from other sectors with relevant experience.
If this role sounds of interest to you please apply below.
If you have any questions about the position, please contact Alli on: a.whitehouse1@salford.ac.uk
Interviews to be held week commencing 23rd January 2023.
The School of Science, Engineering and Environment is home to a diverse, global community of over 4000 undergraduate, postgraduate and research students supported by over 300 colleagues, and a hub of discovery and innovation.
Our multidisciplinary approach is designed to shape the next generation of scientists, engineers, urbanists, and climate leaders.
We are working to nurture an inspirational, inclusive learning and working environment, celebrating the diversity of our University community. At Salford you’ll be encouraged to innovate, be courageous and unstoppable, to ensure we're all working to a shared goal of delivering a great experience for our students and wider community.
What’s in it for you?
Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme.
Generous annual leave - plus the ability to buy additional holiday days
Flexible, agile and hybrid working - we support a culture of both flexible and agile working subject to business requirements
Professional development - a comprehensive package of personal development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential
Wellbeing support - dedicated services and facilities to support your mental and physical health, ranging from an Employee Assistance Programme and counselling to sports and fitness facilities, including discounted gym memberships.
Greater Manchester - Live and work in one of the most vibrant regions in the UK, a hot spot of digital innovation, excellent schools and colleagues, and with affordable city, suburban and rural living options to suit a wide range of lifestyle choices.
However you identify, whatever your pathway, come and join us at the University of Salford where we are all proud to belong
This opportunity is closed to applications.