Inclusive Cultures and Intersectionality Lead
Office of the Vice Chancellor
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Salary: £48,149 to £55,755 per annum Post Type: Full Time Contract Type: Permanent Closing Date: Monday 01 February 2027 Interview Date: To be confirmed Reference: HR0193811
This job is only available to University of Bradford staff. It may be released externally should we not appoint internally.
University of Bradford
At the University of Bradford, our focus is on creating the conditions for social, cultural, and economic impact. We are committed to social inclusion. Our work to expand opportunity and enable students to reach their potential, has led to us topping the Social Mobility Index of English universities for the last four years. Our University Strategy sets out our ambitions for 2025, which we will achieve by using our proud heritage as a springboard and remaining steadfast in our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
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What you will be doing:
Reporting to the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Equality, Diversity and Inclusion), this role provides leadership for the University’s ambitious Inclusive Cultures and Intersectionality agenda. The remit is both broad and deep, encompassing university’s strategic priorities and values: Trust, Inclusion, Innovation and Excellence alongside regulatory and compliance activity that affects both our student and colleague communities. The postholder will play a pivotal role in advancing the academic and professional mission of the Centre for Inclusion and Diversity, fostering a vibrant research environment that supports EDI-related research, academic development (including CPD), and knowledge exchange activities
1. Draw from your knowledge of relevant legislative and regulatory frameworks, including the Equality Act 2010, the Office for Students Condition E6, and the Higher Education (Freedom of Speech) Act 2023 to champion intersectional thinking and removal of systemic barriers to belonging;
2. Provide expert advice, insight, evidence, and evaluation to strengthen the design, delivery, and impact of EDI initiatives including equality charters across the University;
3. Shape a values-led, inclusive culture by translating our EDI framework into clear, actionable plans, using data and insight to identify challenges, drive progress, and measure impact;
4. Lead EDI governance, performance, insight, and evaluation, ensuring alignment with the University’s Strategy and priorities; and
5. Build effective relationships with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels, adopting a collaborative and solution-focused approach and navigating complex and sensitive issues with confidence and care.
Qualifications/ experience
6. We are seeking an experienced and credible EDI professional with a strong commitment to inclusive practice. You will bring sound judgement, the ability to lead and influence within your area of responsibility, and confidence in navigating complex regulatory and policy landscapes. You will be skilled in using data and insight to inform decision-making, support effective delivery, and demonstrate impact.
Celebrating Diversity – The University of Bradford
At the University of Bradford, we recognise and embrace people that work in diverse ways so if you need any adjustments to our recruitment process, please speak to the recruitment team who will be happy to support you.
In Return we Offer:
7. 30 days holiday and 13 statutory and customary days (taken at Easter and Christmas).
8. Family-friendly policies
9. Great campus facilities including:
10. Unique fitness centre
11. Eye clinic
12. Physiotherapy & sports rehabilitation,
13. Counselling & mental health services
14. On site nursery
15. Food & drink outlets
16. Generous employer contribution pension schemes
17. Generous benefit schemes, including car leasing, cycle to work, holiday purchase, home & technology scheme and shopping discounts
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