Head of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

• Wiltshire Police - Head of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
• Permanent Position
• Base location – Police HQ, Devizes (Flexible working)
• £61,749 to £65,484 per annum

Are you passionate about driving cultural change and shaping a truly inclusive workplace? Do you have the leadership and strategic vision to make a real impact on equality, diversity, and inclusion within an organisation? If so, Wiltshire Police is looking for a dynamic and forward-thinking Head of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion to join our Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and help us deliver our vision of a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing workforce.

About the Role:

As Head of EDI, you will be instrumental in leading the development and implementation of a comprehensive EDI strategy that aligns with Wiltshire Police’s vision, values, and objectives. Reporting directly to the Director of People, you will work closely with the SLT, Chief Officer Group (COG), OPCC (Office of the Police Crime Commissioner) and external stakeholders to foster an inclusive, performance-driven culture.

You will champion EDI initiatives across the organisation, ensuring compliance with the Equality Act 2010 and other relevant legislation. This is a senior leadership role that requires visible, strategic leadership—actively promoting inclusion, driving culture change, and embedding EDI practices into all facets of the organisation. You will also represent Wiltshire Police at key national, regional, and local events.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Provide direction and expert advice on EDI matters, ensuring the organisation’s strategy and goals are inclusive and values-driven.
• Cultural Transformation: Work with key stakeholders to drive a culture that embodies inclusion, ensuring alignment with our core values and objectives.
• EDI Strategy Development: Lead the creation and execution of an EDI strategy with clear KPIs, tracking progress and proactively managing risks to successful delivery.
• Training & Development: Collaborate with Learning & Development teams to design and deliver impactful EDI training, including unconscious bias, inclusive leadership, and diversity awareness.
• Compliance & Legislation: Ensure Wiltshire Police adheres to all EDI-related legal obligations, including the Public Sector Equality Duty, providing expert guidance on legislative changes.
• Collaborative Engagement: Build strong relationships internally and externally, acting as an EDI ambassador, representing Wiltshire Police at industry forums, conferences, and collaborative events.
• Bench marking & Innovation: Benchmark against other organisations, adopting best practices and exploring innovative EDI solutions to maintain a competitive edge.

What We're Looking For:

• Qualifications: FCIPD qualified or equivalent experience with at least 5 years at a strategic level, ideally within a unionised or public sector environment.
• Experience: Proven track record of developing and implementing successful EDI strategies aligned with organisational goals, and experience in leading culture change programs.
• Leadership: Strong leadership and influencing skills, with the ability to inspire teams and drive organisational transformation.
• Skills: Exceptional communication, negotiation, and data analysis skills, with the ability to use data to inform strategy and track progress.
• Knowledge: In-depth understanding of EDI principles, employment law, and diversity frameworks, as well as a deep awareness of the current challenges and trends within the policing/public sector environment.
• Innovation: Strong business transformation acumen and a passion for creating a progressive, inclusive workplace.

Why Join Us?

At Wiltshire Police, we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. As Head of EDI, you will have the opportunity to shape our journey towards inclusion and play a pivotal role in fostering a culture of belonging, fairness, and respect. This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to make a meaningful difference to our organisation and the communities we serve.

If you are ready to lead our EDI strategy and inspire change within a dynamic and impactful organisation, we want to hear from you!

Recruitment Process:

Application closing date: Friday 1st November 2024

Meet the Team: Virtual Meetings with Wiltshire Police Staff Support Network Reps. TBC

Panel Interviews: November 2024 (Devizes HQ) Date TBC