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 Cymru Branch develop a strong and sustainable network of branch officers and representatives as well as establish an excellent casework and representation system.
The successful candidate will bring their experience and skills to the role and be able to develop and deliver recruitment and organising initiatives and campaigns in the branch, 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 and a good knowledge of employment law.
You will need to be able to travel to and within Cymru Wales region
How to apply
To apply for this opportunity, please download and complete the Local Organiser application form (under ‘Documents’). Please note that ONLY the Area and Local Organiser application form will be accepted. See job description and person specification (under ‘Documents’).
Please send completed application forms to WalesHR@unison.co.uk quoting the post ref: R11/BSOF4
Completed application forms must be received by no later than 5pm on Friday 24 February 2023.
Interviews will be held on Wednesday 8 and Thursday 9 March 2023 in the Cardiff regional office.
We will hold an “Intro to UNISON Cymru” session via Teams on the date below for those interested in applying for the BSOF posts to explain application process, role of BSOF organisers and UNISON in general.
Intro to UNISON session: Friday 10th Feb 2023 12 noon to 1pm
Microsoft Teams meeting
Join on your computer, mobile app or room device
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.
