About this job
Southwark UNISON branch is a dynamic, progressive branch, committed to equality.
About this job
Members of the branch are people working in Local Government, schools and colleges and for private contractors providing public services.
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.
The post-holder will be required to undertake a range of duties in representing members and recruiting and organising across the Branch. These duties will be undertaken across multiple employers.
Duties include undertaking recruitment activities on a one to one and collective basis, providing advice and allocating case work. There will also be a requirement to access UNISON’s database and to provide ad hoc reports as required on activities undertaken. Other administrative tasks as required
You must have good telephone and interpersonal communication skills and be able to deal with members issues in a sensitive and positive manner and a high recognition of confidentiality and GDPR requirements.
It goes without saying you will need excellent ICT skills to succeed, in addition to having the confidence to work on your own initiative, and as part of a team.
An understanding of trade unions and their objectives is essential.
How to apply
Please see link to the Southwark UNISON Branch website for job documentation:
Southwark UNISON Branch Website
Please note that ONLY the application form supplied by the Branch will be accepted.
Completed and signed application forms and monitoring forms must be emailed to jenny.mcintosh@southwark.gov.uk
by 5pm on Monday 16th July 2018.
Shortlisted candidates will be advised in the week beginning 16th of July 2018 and invited to attend an interview/selection process between 23rd to 27th of July in Peckham.
Please note that if you do not hear from us you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.
About UNISON
Please note that this post is not a UNISON employed post.