At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate and engage with members to enhance participation in EDIS activities.
- Company: Join the British Science Association, a charity dedicated to making science inclusive and relevant.
- Benefits: Flexible working options, competitive salary, and a commitment to diversity.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for personal growth and impactful community building.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion in science and health.
- Qualifications: Experience in community engagement and a passion for diversity and inclusion.
The predicted salary is between 34572 - 36506 £ per year.
The EDIS Community and Engagement Officer will provide the coordination, communication and relationship-building needed to support the growth, participation and value of the EDIS membership community. The role will support day-to-day member onboarding, engagement activity, communications, events and community-building processes across the EDIS portfolio. It will ensure that members are supported to connect with each other, contribute to EDIS priorities and access opportunities to learn, share and collaborate. A central focus will be building effective, inclusive and accessible routes for member participation.
Key responsibilities:
- Support day-to-day member onboarding and support processes, ensuring new and existing members understand how to participate in EDIS activity.
- Coordinate with the Communications Team to develop member communications, newsletters and engagement content, ensuring activity is joined up, accessible and responsive to member needs.
- Plan and support delivery of events, workshops, peer learning sessions including ‘special interest’ groups and network activity that create practical opportunities for members to learn, share and collaborate.
- Maintain accurate membership records, contact lists and engagement data, supporting clear information flow across BSA, EDIS members and partners.
- Gather member insight and feedback, identifying themes, opportunities and barriers to participation that can inform programme design and delivery.
- Apply inclusive practice in all communications, events, engagement activity and member support, reflecting a clear commitment to and knowledge of equity, diversity and inclusion.
- Support membership growth and retention by helping demonstrate the value of involvement in EDIS and strengthening routes for member participation.
- Work with the Research and Policy Officer and Programme Manager to ensure member insight informs evidence, programme design, engagement activity and delivery.
- Support the production of accessible resources, meeting materials and event content that help members connect with each other and contribute to EDIS priorities.
- Contribute to the promotion of EDIS activity across sector networks and communication channels, supporting meaningful participation across the science and health research sector.
Essential criteria:
- Experience of coordinating activity within a membership organisation, community group, network, events or engagement programme.
- Strong approach to organisation, with the ability to coordinate varied tasks, manage competing priorities and work towards agreed deadlines.
- Demonstrable commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, with practical experience applying inclusive approaches in events, communications, member support or engagement activity.
- Ability to communicate clearly in writing and through other appropriate channels, tailoring style and content to encourage understanding and engagement.
- Experience developing communications tailored to specific professional audiences, including meeting materials, event content and/or engagement updates.
- Experience maintaining accurate records, contact lists, membership information or engagement data, with attention to detail.
- Ability to build positive working relationships with members, partners, community groups or stakeholders, supporting participation and responding constructively to different needs.
- Experience gathering feedback, insight or views from members, participants or stakeholders, and identifying practical themes that can inform activity or improvement.
- Proactive and reflective approach to problem solving and continuous improvement, with the ability to identify practical improvements and support an evolving programme.
The closing date for applications is Monday 5th October 2026. First interviews are due to take place online on 4th November 2026, with second interviews (in person in London) expected on 11th November 2026.
As part of the British Science Association’s commitment to being a Disability Confident employer, all disabled applicants who meet the ‘essential criteria’ for this vacancy will be offered an interview under our guaranteed interview scheme.
EDIS Community and Engagement Officer in London employer: British Science Association
The British Science Association is an exceptional employer, fostering a culture of inclusivity and collaboration while championing equity, diversity, and inclusion in the science and health sectors. With a flexible working policy that allows for remote work across the UK, employees benefit from a supportive environment that prioritises personal growth and professional development. Joining our team means contributing to meaningful change while enjoying a range of opportunities to engage with diverse stakeholders and make a lasting impact in the community.
Contact Details:
British Science Association Recruitment Team
