Sexual Harassment Lead at British Council

Sexual Harassment Lead at British Council – British Council Kenya Job Details

About the Role

The Sexual Harassment Lead at British Council is a full-time position based in Nairobi, working within the organisation’s safeguarding framework. This role serves as the subject matter expert on sexual harassment prevention and response, reporting to senior safeguarding leadership. The British Council, an international cultural and educational organisation, is strengthening its institutional response to harassment in line with the amended Equality Act 2010 and regulatory best practice. Project Management jobs in Nairobi often centre on process delivery—this role combines strategic programme management with specialist safeguarding expertise.

The Sexual Harassment Lead will anchor the organisation’s Seven-Point Action Plan and guide progression through the Five-Stage Maturity Model, ensuring the British Council has the systems, training, and cultural readiness to prevent and address harassment effectively. You will report directly to the safeguarding team and engage across all departments to embed compliance, build awareness, and strengthen data-driven decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead implementation and continuous improvement of the organisation’s sexual harassment prevention Seven-Point Action Plan, tracking measurable progress and holding teams accountable.
• Guide the British Council through the Five-Stage Maturity Model, identifying capability gaps, setting clear milestones, and coordinating cross-functional action to advance safeguarding readiness.
• Review, update, and embed sexual harassment policies, procedures, and guidance to reflect the amended Equality Act 2010 and sector best practice.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress, analyse incident data, identify reporting trends, and inform strategic interventions.
• Design and deliver training programmes, awareness campaigns, and briefing sessions for staff, volunteers, and leaders on harassment prevention and the organisation’s stated priorities.
• Advise senior leaders, HR, safeguarding teams, and operational departments on compliance, risk management, and best-practice approaches to preventing and responding to harassment.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement sessions, consultations, and co-production activities with staff, management, and external partners to ensure a consistent, survivor-centred approach.
• Monitor emerging risks, legislative changes, and sector trends to keep the organisation proactive and compliant in its safeguarding posture.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (BA, BSc, or HND) or equivalent professional qualification.
• In-depth knowledge of the Equality Act 2010 (including recent amendments), safeguarding principles, and harassment prevention frameworks.
• Demonstrated experience working in the public sector, education, health, or other regulated environments where safeguarding is a priority.
• Proven ability to translate complex legislation and policy into clear, practical guidance that staff can understand and apply.
• Strong analytical skills, with experience interpreting data, identifying patterns, and producing insights to drive decision-making.
• Excellent communication and influencing abilities; capacity to build relationships across departments and at all organisational levels.
• Familiarity with maturity models, organisational development frameworks, or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Integrity, discretion, and emotional intelligence when handling sensitive matters; ability to engage with affected individuals in a trauma-informed, empathetic manner.

What to Expect

• You will collaborate closely with safeguarding leads, HR, equality and diversity teams, and operational managers to embed harassment prevention into everyday practice.
• The role carries responsibility for expert challenge and strategic advice to senior leadership, requiring courage to advocate for safe and respectful work environments.
• This Sexual Harassment Lead at British Council position in Nairobi is open to qualified candidates. Click Apply below to submit your application.