About this job
The successful candidate will provide members with advice and representation on work related issues. Recruitment of new members and activists, and mentoring/support for activists.
- Individual representation to include grievance, disciplinary, capability, local workplace issues
- To include regular case work and advocacy
- General advice and guidance to members
- Recruitment including planning and campaigning
- Organising within the branch to include communications
- Providing reports on recruitment, campaigning and representation activities
- Regular travel between employers covered by the Branch
Job Requirements
- Educated to degree level, or with several years experience in a job related field
- Someone with enthusiasm, excellent organisational, negotiation and planning skills, plus a sense of humour
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Good knowledge of computers and MS Office suite
- Valid UK driving licence plus the use of own transport for business purposes
Desirable experience in this role
- Working knowledge of employment law and equalities issues
- Experience in the trade union movement or advocate for individuals or groups
- ERA accreditation
Benefits
- 27 days holiday per annum, plus 8 days bank holidays
- NHS Terms and conditions, including NHS pension
- Friendly working environment
The closing date has been extended to 26 September, with short listing taking place on 30 September and interviews on 5 October 2016.
How to apply
To apply please email branch@unison-gdhc.org.uk
About this job
*Please note that this post is not a UNISON employed post*
About UNISON
UNISON is the UK’s leading public services trade union, with over 1.3 million members working in the public sector, private, voluntary and community sectors and in the energy services. We employ approximately 1,200 staff, with around 370 at our national centre in Euston in central London and the remainder in our 12 regions across the UK, including Northern Ireland.
UNISON is a dynamic, progressive union, committed to equality. We encourage men and women of all ages, Black and minority ethnic groups, disabled people, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people to work with us.
