Department
Operational Risk & Environment
Location
Ormskirk
Salary
£35,608 to £38,784 per annum
Permanent
Post Type
Full Time
Closing Date
Sunday 26 July 2026
Reference
EHTA2636-0626-R
About the Role
The EDI Coordinator plays a key enabling role in supporting the delivery of Edge Hill University’s Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Strategy and associated action plans. Working within the Strategic Assurance function, the role focuses on strengthening coordination, consistency and practical support for colleagues leading EDI activity across faculties, departments and professional services.
This is a proactive and influential role, designed to help translate institutional EDI priorities into meaningful, measurable action. The postholder will work closely with the Associate Director of Strategic Assurance to support the implementation and monitoring of the EDI Strategy, contributing to institution‑wide planning, evaluation and reporting. You will lead and deliver a small number of priority EDI projects, ensuring clear governance, measurable outcomes and effective dissemination of learning across the University.
The role provides expert advice, guidance and problem‑solving support to EDI leads, committees and project teams, drawing on current best practice and evidence‑informed approaches. This includes promoting inclusive practice, supporting the effective use of Equality Impact Assessments, and helping colleagues design and deliver targeted improvement interventions aligned with institutional objectives.
You will also play a key role in developing insight and evaluation capability, working with colleagues across HR, Student Services and other teams to analyse quantitative and qualitative EDI data, produce institution‑level reports, and support evidence‑based decision making. The role involves active engagement with staff networks, the Students’ Union, governance groups and senior leaders, as well as coordinating EDI communications, campaigns, events and the administration of the University’s EDI Fund.
Through strong collaboration, organisation and influence, the EDI Coordinator will help strengthen institutional capability, ensure alignment with the University’s strategic plan and charter commitments, and deliver tangible improvements to the experience of staff and students.
As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to redeployment, please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any stage of the recruitment process if a suitable redeployee is identified.
For informal enquiries about this vacancy, please contact Peter Roberts, Head of Risk, Assurance & Business Support at
[email protected]
About You
You will have experience of supporting or delivering EDI, ‑related activity within a complex organisation, and a strong understanding of how strategy is translated into practical action. You will be confident working across organisational boundaries, supporting multiple stakeholders and balancing advisory, coordination and delivery responsibilities.
You will bring strong analytical and organisational skills, with experience of working with data, evaluation frameworks or insight to inform planning, reporting and improvement activity. You will be comfortable providing evidence‑informed advice, supporting colleagues to implement inclusive practices and contributing to the development of policies, projects or interventions that promote equity and belonging.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills will be essential, as you will work closely with staff networks, student‑facing teams, governance structures and senior leaders. You will be proactive, collaborative and solutions‑focused, with the ability to navigate complexity and maintain momentum across multiple strands of work.
Above all, you will demonstrate a clear commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, and share Edge Hill University’s values and ambition to create an inclusive environment where all staff and students can thrive.
At Edge Hill University we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.
Rewards & Benefits
A minimum of 35 days annual leave per annum, pro rata (inclusive of bank holiday and University closure days)
Discounted membership to our onsite state-of-the-art sport and leisure facilities
Staff benefits scheme, which provides you with discounts across the high street, supermarket shopping, cinema tickets, dining out and more.
Employee assistance programme with access to free confidential counselling sessions, legal & financial advice, and health & wellbeing resources
A wide range of development programmes to enhance your career
Beautiful award-winning on-campus working environment.
Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
About Us
At Edge Hill University we believe in the life changing opportunities knowledge can create. Since 1885, we’ve been creating access to knowledge for those who may not have had the opportunity to before.
Today, the effect we have has a far-reaching impact, not just for those who come to study here but for those who work, invest in, and live in our local communities too. So, if you’ve ever wondered if one person can make a difference, simply speak to our alumni, students, and award-winning staff.
Because for us education isn’t about how much you take in. It’s about what you take out into the world.
Inspiring minds and changing futures since 1885, Edge Hill University is “A great success story… an institution that improves and impresses year after year” – Times Higher Education.
