Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Executive

Are you passionate about creating real change and building stronger, more inclusive communities? We're looking for someone to lead our Scouting in Black Communities (SIBC) work, helping to shape the future of Scouts in the UK, starting in the London area. You'll be part of two enthusiastic teams working together to make Scouting more accessible and adaptable for all.

 Job Title: Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Executive (Scouting in Black Communities)

 Salary: £39,560 per annum (Band F, Level 3) – inclusive of outer London weighting.

 Location:  Gilwell Park, Chingford, London (working across other locations)

 Contract Type: Permanent

 Working Hours:  35 hours per week

Key Responsibilities:

• Proactively seek out, build and establish relationships with local community leaders within Black Communities in the London area, to work in partnership with them to strengthen our existing knowledge base about Scouting in Black Communities.
• Work closely with local communities to understand their needs and build strong, meaningful relationships.
• Collaborate with our Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and Inclusive Growth teams to share best practices across the Scouts and drive lasting change.
• Support the integration of inclusive practices throughout the entire organisation.

About You:

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Has experience working with Black communities and is excited about creating new opportunities for young people to engage in Scouting.
• Can collaborate across teams and bring innovative ideas to life.

If you're excited about making a real difference and want to help shape the future of Scouts, we’d love to hear from you!

Benefits

We are an award-winning Charity of the Year (Charity Times Awards 2022) with over 400 employees across multiple locations across the country.

• Flexible working hours 
• 28 days holiday and going up to 32 days after 2 years’ service plus additional days at Christmas
• Onsite accommodation for all staff members staying over at Gilwell Park 
•  Double matching pension up to 10% of gross salary
• Free car parking at Gilwell Park
• Family Friendly employer with generous family leave
• Learning and Development/training opportunities via our internal learning hub

For more details about the Scouts and our great benefits:

Closing date: 11:59pm Tuesday 22nd October 2024

Interviews will be held early November 2024.

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to join our fantastic team! Click ‘Apply’ now!

Strictly no agencies.

About us

The Scouts is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. We offer flexible working arrangements to support diverse needs and lifestyles, ensuring that our teams can thrive both professionally and personally. We welcome and encourage applicants from all walks of life, believing that varied perspectives strengthen our innovation and community. Your unique experiences and ideas are essential to our success, and we look forward to hearing from all voices.