Sexual Harassment Lead

Job Description

We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. For 90 years we have shaped brighter futures through education, arts, culture, language, and creativity. Working with people in over 200 countries and territories, we are on the ground in more than 100 countries. We connect. We inspire.

Role Context – About the Team

• This role collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to embed priorities, develop KPIs, strengthen reporting and data analysis, and build organisational capability through awareness-raising, training, and strategic leadership.

Role Purpose

• Act as the organisation’s subject matter expert (SME) on sexual harassment, supporting the Safeguarding Team and sexual harassment working group.
• Embed, strengthen, and advance the organisation’s response in line with the amended Equality Act 2010 and the proactive duty to prevent harassment.
• Drive delivery of the Seven-Point Action Plan and progress through the Five-Stage Maturity Model.
• Ensure the organisation is compliant, prepared, and culturally equipped to prevent and respond to sexual harassment effectively.

Main Accountabilities

Strategic Leadership & Compliance

• Lead the organisation’s sexual harassment prevention and response work in alignment with the Equality Act 2010.
• Implement and improve the Seven-Point Action Plan with measurable outcomes.
• Guide progress through the Five-Stage Maturity Model and coordinate cross-organisational action.
• Advise senior leadership, HR, safeguarding, and operational teams on compliance, risk, and best practice.

Policy, Frameworks & Governance

• Review, update, and embed sexual harassment policies and procedures.
• Strengthen governance structures for oversight, assurance, and transparent reporting.
• Ensure trauma-informed, survivor-centred, safeguarding-aligned approaches.

Data, Insights & KPIs

• Develop KPIs and performance measures to track progress and identify risks.
• Analyse incident data and reporting trends to support decision-making.

Culture Change, Awareness & Training

• Design and deliver awareness campaigns and training for staff and leaders.
• Embed organisational priorities across all levels of practice.
• Promote a culture of respect, safety, and zero tolerance for harassment.
• Support delivery of Sexual Harassment / SEAH training models.

Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration

• Collaborate with safeguarding, HR, EDI, operational teams, and external partners.
• Facilitate consultations, engagement sessions, and co-production activities.

Continuous Improvement & Readiness

• Identify emerging risks, trends, and legal updates.
• Ensure the organisation remains proactive and future-ready.

About You – Minimum Requirements

• Integrity and discretion in handling sensitive matters.
• Collaborative leadership and change management capability.
• Courage to challenge and promote safe environments.
• Strong empathy and emotional intelligence.
• Strategic thinking with practical delivery skills.
• Experience in public sector, education, health, or regulated environments.

Role-Specific Skills

• Strong knowledge of the Equality Act 2010 and safeguarding principles.
• Understanding of organisational development and maturity models.
• Ability to translate legislation into practical guidance.
• Strong communication, influencing, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Trauma-informed handling of sensitive issues.

Equality, Diversity & Safeguarding

• The organisation is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
• Disability Confident Employer with interview guarantees for qualified disabled applicants.
• Strong safeguarding commitment for children, young people, and adults.

Skills Required:

• Social / Science / Project / Management / Development