Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Specialist About Network Rail
Join Our Team at Network Rail!
Are you ready to make a difference in people's lives? At Network Rail, we connect passengers and freight customers, ensuring safe and efficient transportation across the country.
We're dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the passengers we serve. To achieve this, we're committed to becoming an open, diverse, and inclusive workplace, leveraging the skills and expertise of our talented workforce. Together, we strive to create a safe and accessible railway for everyone.
Investing in our people is key to enhancing the safety, reliability, and efficiency of our railway system. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact, then this opportunity is for you!
Vacancy Details Duration: Permanent
Location: This role is based in The Quadrant:MK but other locations will be considered. This role is a full-time opportunity; flexible working patterns will be considered. For Quadrant:MK, you must live within 75 (Band 5+)/90 minutes (Band 1-4) of The Quadrant.
Band & Salary: 3B 46,701 52,538
Closing date: 23rd December 24. On occasions, we may need to close the advert early based upon application volumes. Late applications may not be accepted.
Next Steps: Interviews will be held middle of Jan 25, depending on business requirements.
About the role (External) What does the average day look like?
As an EDI Project Lead, you will deliver projects that build a diverse, inclusive workforce, drive high performance, and foster a culture of innovation, aligned with Network Rail's Diversity and Inclusion strategy. You will manage EDI initiatives from planning to delivery, tracking progress, managing risks, and ensuring outcomes meet strategic goals.
By communicating effectively, you will provide stakeholders with valuable insights on the impact and value of EDI efforts. Collaborating with HR Business Partners and Functional Leads, you will offer expert guidance on EDI implications, compliance, and local project delivery. Through strong networks, you'll drive cross-functional collaboration and equip teams with the tools for sustainable success.
Essential Criteria
Experience of working in an EDI role in a large/matrix organisation.
Relevant successful experience in project management.
Experience of using a range of communication activities/campaigns.
Proficient in stakeholder management across a range of organisations to support business objectives.
Ability to analyse and interpret data from a variety of sources to inform management reporting.
Demonstrates strong business/commercial approach and understanding of business needs.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise and influence a range of stakeholders across different levels of an organisation.
Excellent organisational skills enabling delivery of multiple workstreams to tight timescales.
Highly motivated to help bring improvements to passengers and employees.
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