About this job
There has never been a more important time to protect our members in the public services and encourage those that are not members to join a powerful voice. Are you a people person with good listening and problem solving skills? Do you possess the determination to make a difference to people’s lives?
UNISON is looking for enthusiastic, flexible and resourceful individuals to support our growing organisation.
The Area Organiser will train and develop stewards, undertake case work, advise, support and mentor branch officers and stewards in representation and negotiation.
You will have excellent presentation skills and communication skills, both face-to-face and on paper.
A sound understanding of trade unions and their objectives is essential along with a good understanding of UNISON’s policies and objectives.
You will need to be able to travel within the region and possibly also to London for meetings/training as required.
How to apply
To apply for this opportunity, please download and complete the Area and Local Organiser application form (under “Resources”).
Please note that ONLY the Area and Local Organiser application form will be accepted.
See job description and person specification (under “Documents”).
Please send FOUR copies of completed application form and one copy of the Recruitment and Disability monitoring forms to: Human Resources, UNISON East Midlands, Vivian Avenue, Nottingham, NG5 1AF (quote ref R2/28).
The closing date for completed applications is 5.00 pm on Thursday, 9 May 2019.
Shortlisted candidates will be notified by Wednesday, 3 July 2019.
Interviews will be held on Friday, 12 July 2019.
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.
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.
