Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Hub+ Engagement Lead - #1709698

This role is open to current University of Leeds staff only. Secondment opportunities will be considered, subject to approval from the successful applicant’s current service area

The Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Hub+ is a national hub that will harness the engineering, physical and mathematical sciences (EPMS) research and innovation community’s collective effort to address diversity challenges specific to the sector. The hub will act as a focal point of activity and knowledge of good EDI practice across the UK. Drawing on expertise and insight from people and organisations from within and beyond the sector, the hub will provide leadership to pinpoint diversity challenges unique to EPMS. It is supported by the UKRI Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) through a £2.5 million investment.  

We are seeking a dynamic Engagement Lead to play a pivotal role in advancing the Hub’s goals by developing and delivering effective outreach and engagement initiatives. You will lead efforts to strengthen relationships with key stakeholders, raise awareness of the Hub’s mission, and foster a culture of inclusivity across the sector.

As an experienced engagement professional, you will have a proven ability to design and implement content, channel, and audience strategies that maximise the measurable impact of your communication and engagement efforts. You will work closely with the Hub’s management team and a network of Engagement Champions to identify and address unmet EDI needs, promoting meaningful change through innovative interventions.

You will also contribute to shaping and amplifying the visibility of the Hub’s initiatives, creating opportunities for collaboration, and ensuring the voices of underrepresented groups are heard, valued, and empowered.

We welcome applications from individuals who may need adjustments or accommodations, and we are open to discussing flexible or remote working options.

This role will be based on the University campus, with scope for it to be undertaken in a hybrid manner. We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements.

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:

Professor Vania Dimitrova, Joint Project Lead, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Hub+

Tel: +44 (0)113 343 1674

Email: *************@leeds.ac.uk  

OR

Dr Bharat Pokhrel, Research Development Manager

Tel: +44 (0)113 343 5583

Email: *********@leeds.ac.uk  

What we offer in return

• 26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!


• Generous pension scheme plus life assurance – the University contributes 14.5% of salary. 


• Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.


• Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.


• Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.

And much more!