Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Administrator

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Administrator

We are looking for an administrator to support the implementation of our Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) strategy. Who are we? We are the People and Organisational Development Directorate, working to help the Trust fulfill its public sector duty to promote workforce equality, while enhancing both patient and staff experiences and improving the quality of care.

The ideal candidate will be able to work efficiently under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills. You will take a proactive approach to working collaboratively with other departments and staff networks. In addition, you will assist with delivering EDI training and creating communications to share across the Trust. Confidence in managing details, taking precise minutes, updating project plans, and using online platforms such as MS Teams will be essential. You will also produce high-quality administrative documents with attention to detail, using Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word. Interviews will be held in person in mid-February 2025.

Main duties of the job

The EDI Team is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels empowered to bring their whole self to work. This role will play a key part in supporting this vision by providing high-level administrative assistance to the team in delivering the EDI workplan. You will also contribute to the coordination of staff networks and help promote and manage events across the Trust. Key responsibilities will include:

1. Supporting the EDI committee and various subgroups.
2. Assisting with staff network activities throughout the Trust.
3. Maintaining the EDI intranet.
4. Handling the administration of EDI-related events.

About us

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.

Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.

Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

• Degree level qualification or equivalent training and/or experience.

Experience

• Ability to prioritise and delegate tasks appropriately.
• Dealing professionally, promptly and sensitively with escalated problems, issues and complaints.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Able to identify areas for improvement and implement processes as appropriate.
• Ability to work autonomously or as part of a team.

Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities

• Advanced experience of using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and Outlook.
• Experience of dealing with difficult situations.
• Create and maintain effective working relationships with key stakeholders, including staff networks and EDI allies/champions.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.