Job Description

Salary: 1,120,000 - 1,540,000
Location: New Delhi
Country: India
Business Unit: International Education
Vacancy Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 23 January 2026

Meet the recruiter

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Sadhna Jha


sadhna.jha@cambridge.org

Inclusion & Accessibility Lead, International Education

Role title

: Inclusion & Accessibility Lead, International Education

Role reports to

: Head of Inclusion & Accessibility for International Education, Business Performance

Direct reports

: None

Indirect reports

: None

Level

: 5

Job family

: Strategy, Improvement & Sustainability

Department

: International Education - Business Performance

Location

: UK, Philippines, India, South Africa, Italy, and Spain (Please note that this role is advertised across multiple locations but we are hiring for one position only)

Effective date

: ASAP

Purpose of the role

The Inclusion & Accessibility Lead supports the Head of Inclusion & Accessibility and the International Education product group in general in shaping, developing, and stimulating activities that promote and enable EDIB and accessibility. This role works with the Head of Inclusion & Accessibility and International Education (its Board and all colleagues) to set our ambition for both our people and our products, and to focus on the things that will have the most (preferably measurable) impact.





Together with the Head of Inclusion & Accessibility, the Lead will make an evident difference and provide support to our colleagues and stakeholders, of all backgrounds, life experiences and differences, and help us to appreciate what we have in common, respect different perspectives, and enable vital conversations.

Key accountabilities

Provide support to the Head of Inclusion & Accessibility and the product group to ensure high-level engagement and that EDIB considerations inform our overall strategy and planning


Based on the IE EDIB strategy support the Head of Inclusion & Accessibility to define annual EDIB objectives for the product group and report against these monthly, working with Business Performance, People & Culture, Education Futures, International Network and other functions as appropriate Contribute to the development of International Education's strategy and plans, specifically with an EDIB & accessibility perspective Work with the Head of Inclusion & Accessibility to deliver accessibility compliance programmes according to disability / accessibility legislation in the regions we operate in. Work on creating a global inclusion framework for our schools that will include producing resources the schools can draw from and designing training to be delivered to teachers and school leaders. Embed EDIB and accessibility within product development by establishing a baseline and work towards creating a framework that can be used by content creating teams within IE. Review existing documentation on cultural considerations and EDIB with a view to updating and creating resources that can be used by all teams within IE. Lead the work to establish EDIB & accessibility KPIs; create an EDIB dashboard for IE to report to the IE Board regularly (in collaboration with Business Performance, People & Culture and the Global EDIB Director) and highlight areas where action is required. Showcase EDIB activities in International Education through regular internal communication and championing of progress. Act as a mentor to the Inclusion & Accessibility Coordinator. Propose strategies and tools for consideration to International Education's business performance processes that address bias in more rigorous ways.

Deputising for the Head of Inclusion & Accessibility

Act as the senior delegate for the Head of Inclusion & Accessibility as needed, representing Cambridge in discussions, and strategic planning sessions. Support the EDIB & accessibility product strategy for International Education (education reform, publishing and qualifications) With the Marketing team, help communicate externally our EDIB product strategy, so that schools, learners, governments and readers recognize EDIB as central to our offer. Help expand the EDIB internships programme within IE. Promote and advertise EDIB events; liaise with external comms to promote EDIB posts. Organise EDIB events with support from the Inclusion & Accessibility Coordinator. Oversee the recruitment and onboarding of EDIB specialists and accessibility experts to create a pool of freelancers our teams can use (e.g. for accessibility audits, EDIB reviews, cultural considerations checks).

Supporting EDIB among International Education people

Ensure the voice of colleagues is heard in EDIB discussions; meet with colleagues globally to understand their needs and perspectives and use this to inform developments and priorities Together with the Head of Inclusion & Accessibility be the 'go to' support person on EDIB issues, where people can rely on confidentiality and guidance

Additional

As the post is new, there is some flexibility to develop the role and to carry out any other duties which may be reasonably expected of you by your immediate manager.

Key relationships (internal and external)

International Education's wider senior leadership, supporting and challenging them as they create and lead our product group



International Education's colleague representatives (e.g. Staff Consultative Committee) and the Cambridge staff networks and, ensuring that colleagues' voices are central and informs what we do



Business Performance colleagues, and colleagues who work on internal and external communications.



The colleagues and teams within International Education (e.g. Products and Services, Marketing, Business Performance Compliance) who are working on making our qualifications, publishing and education reform projects appropriate for equality, accessibility, and support for learners with special educational needs and disabilities.



The Global Director EDIB, Heads of EDIB in other product groups, and EDIB groups within Cambridge; People and Culture colleagues; so that International Education efforts are located within the overall Cambridge strategy for EDIB

Essential knowledge

Qualifications

: A degree in Social Sciences would be desirable

Knowledge of:

Familiarity with pertinent legislations (e.g. European Accessibility Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, Equality Act 2010) A good understanding of concepts such as privilege, intersectionality, power dynamics, feminist theory, disability justice and LGBTQ+ advocacy Knowledge of WCAG standards and Universal Design Principles Data collection and analysis; impact measurement Designing and delivering workshops and trainings

Essential skill(s) & experience

Awareness of cultural nuances, especially in international education contexts. Willingness to understand other cultures and people with lived experiences outside one's own Commitment to and passion for equality, diversity, inclusion, and belonging agenda Experience working on accessibility (or relevant training) Familiarity with anti-discrimination laws, equal opportunity policies, and human rights legislation. Understanding institutional policies and how to influence change within them. Understanding of Cambridge: our mission, and our people Able to work with colleagues and stakeholders at multiple levels - expert stakeholder management Navigating sensitive conversations and fostering psychological safety. Excellent communication skills Empathetic listener Ability to handle complex and confidential issues Power BI skills Experience of living and working abroad will be an asset to the role

Key Competencies (Functional)

Visionary & Strategic Support -

Able to visualise a clear EDIB Future State for Cambridge University Press & Assessment

Collaborates appropriately with others to envision and convey an inspiring, compelling, and relevant EDIB future state. Actively seeks innovative ideas, experiences, thought leaders and is a catalyst for change. Translates / makes connections between innovative ideas and applications. Frames new directions in understandable, innovative, and inspiring terms.

Business Acumen

- Able to make the business case for EDIB thorough an understanding of the market and the business, to create insights on how EDIB will contribute to business results, as well as to People and Culture strategies.


Has an interest in global and / or local trends / changes and how they inform and influence EDIB. Understands customer / client needs and the impact of diversity and inclusion in meeting these. Has an interest / understands global socio-political environments / challenges. Uses information from multiple disciplines and sources to offer integrated EDIB ideas and solutions.

Diversity, Inclusion, and Cultural Competence

- Able to manage complex group dynamics, aware of when it is appropriate to inquire, advocate, or when an issue require more decisive, or even unilateral, resolution. Uses best practices and emerging trends within the industry, and able to customise and apply these within Cambridge University Press & Assessment to enhance business outcomes.


Understands multiple cultural frameworks, values, and norms. Recognises and addresses individual filters, privileges, biases, and cultural preferences. Commits to continuous learning / improvement in diversity, inclusion, and cultural competence. Seeks and utilises feedback from diverse sources.

Communication

- Skilled communicator able to gain credibility, build relationships, and garner support.


Collaborative and respectful communication style, including supporting open engagement and listening to, and advocating for, a diverse range of voices. Understands how to motivate and work with both minority and majority groups. Knows where resources are, and how to access them. * Communicates effectively and engages diverse audiences.