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 successful candidates will bring their experience and skills to the role and be able to develop and deliver recruitment and organising initiatives and campaigns in our branches, 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 East Midlands region and to London for meetings/training as required.
How to apply
How to Apply
To apply for this opportunity, complete the Area & Local Organiser application form, disability, and recruitment monitoring forms. Please also see the job description and person specification.
Please note that only the Organiser application form will be accepted.
Completed applications should be returned by email to Eastmidlands.recruitment@unison.co.uk quoting the reference number “R2/32, R2/97, R2/108 Area Organiser” in the subject line of the email.
Completed application forms must be returned by Thursday, 19 June 2025 at 23:59.
Interviews will take place on Tuesday and Thursday, 15 and 17 July 2025 at the UNISON Regional Offices in Nottingham.
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.
