About this job
The Branch Support & Organising Fund Local Organiser is a new and exciting role designed to take Unison’s organising objectives forward across the region. The role will have a varied number of strategic projects working as part of the regional team. Projects include organising across Multi-Academy Schools Trust, Migrant Workers, and recruitment within NHS employers.
The successful candidate will bring their experience and skills in one-to-one communications, recruitment, organising and campaigning. Previous experience as a recruiter, organiser and campaigner within a trade union or community organisations would also be desirable. You will also need to demonstrate knowledge of trade unionism and our Unison values.
You will need to be able to travel within the geographical location of the region and possibly 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 and monitoring forms (under “Resources”). See the job brief, job description and person specification (under “Documents”)
Please email application forms along with the Recruitment and Disability monitoring forms to sw.jobs@unison.co.uk quoting the reference of the job you would like to apply for: Exeter – R10/BSOF5T, Bristol – R10/BSOF6T and Wareham – R10/BSOF7T
Please note that ONLY the Area and Local Organiser application form will be accepted.
The closing date for completed applications is 5pm on Thursday 28th March 2024
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a presentation and Interview on 10th and 11th April 2024 at one of our regional offices.
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.
