Diocese of Chichester

Racial Justice Coordinator We are seeking a Racial Justice Co-ordinator to lead and support the delivery of the racial justice strategy at the Diocese. Position: Racial Justice Coordinator Salary: £36,050 pa for full time or £28,840 for 30 hours per week Location: Hybrid/Hove Hours: Full or Part-time, (37.5 hours) or 0.8 (30 hours per week) - Flexitime Contract: 3-year fixed term contract Closing Date: 7th September 2025 Interview Date: Hove on 25th September 2025 About the Role We are looking for a lay or ordained co-ordinator to be a passionate advocate for racial justice. Candidates will have a good understanding of the complexities and barriers for UKME/GMH people within the diocese and the ability to reflect on these from a theological perspective. This is a key role in the life of the Diocese, and you will act as advocate for racial justice, develop and deliver training in parishes and church schools and recruit and equip deanery Racial Justice Advocates. You will work collaboratively with the Racial Justice Officer, the Racial Justice Committee and diocesan leadership team to support the Diocese to hold its racial justice vision and help to inspire, challenge, and empower churches and schools to collectively achieve this vision. The principal duties include: Raising awareness of all aspects of racial justice work in the Diocese and supporting the Diocese to hold its racial justice vision Planning, facilitating and oversight of racial justice training and events for clergy, lay leaders and schools Recruiting, training, and equipping deanery Racial Justice Advocates and providing ongoing support Supporting UKME/GMH vocations to lay and ordained ministry Monitoring and collecting data on the progress, impact, and outcomes of racial justice projects The role is made possible because of funding from the National Church of England and will be appointed on a 3-year fixed term contract. About You The ideal candidate will: Have a good understanding of the framework for racial justice and the ability to reflect on the issues from a theological perspective Be passionate about the place of UKME/GMH people in God s mission with the ability to inspire, encourage and support others to advocate for racial justice Have experience in project planning and strong organisational skills Be able to plan and deliver training and build, develop and support networks For full details of the job please see the job description and person specification when you click to apply. The organisation wants its commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion for all to be reflected in the composition of staff and are particularly keen to receive applications from candidates from communities currently underrepresented in the diocese. In return: 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays and 2 additional privilege days 15.1% employer pension contribution (0 6% employee contribution) Free parking, eye tests, cycle to work scheme and development opportunities This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and completion of a Confidential Declaration Form. This is a post to which a Genuine Occupational Requirement under paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 apples, the requirement being that the post holder is a practising Christian. Other roles you may have experience of could include Racial Justice Coordinator, Advocate, Advocacy, Training Coordinator, Racial Justice Advocate. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.