Diversity and Inclusion Officer

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn’t exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today.

An opportunity has arisen in the Diversity and Inclusion Team for a permanent part time role (3 days a week) contract. The post holder will work on the University's Diversity and Inclusion initiatives including work on the university's application for the DWP Disability Confident Level 3 (LJMU currently holds Level 2) and other charter marks as required.

Additionally, they will develop and deliver bespoke training and workshop materials on topics such as reasonable adjustments, adjustment planner and passport, racial literacy, and intercultural competence. The successful candidate will also produce guidance documents as needed. The post holder will provide specialist advice and guidance to staff and students and undertake key University-wide D&I projects as necessary.

The successful candidate will have experience working on DI initiatives, facilitating DI workshops and development offerings to ensure a positive impact on an organisation. The successful candidate must have excellent communication skills and a high level of Microsoft literacy in all packages, including web design; experience with awareness-raising activities and facilitating workshops and events to drive the delivery of our inclusivity agenda.

In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction, and development support as well as family-friendly policies.

This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do.

If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you.

Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.