About this job
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of UNISON Cymru’s Organising to Win work, supporting a focused project to strengthen branch organisation, grow member density, build wider member participation and help branches campaign around the issues that matter most to members. The role will help turn organising plans into practical workplace activity, supporting branches to build confidence, capacity and sustainable organising structures.
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 region,
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 the Cymru region / London for meetings/training as required.
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.
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’).
The completed application form along with the Recruitment and Disability Monitoring Forms should be sent to Bev Powell at b.powell@unison.co.uk, quoting job reference R11/BSOF8T
The closing date for completed applications is Monday 25th May 2026 5pm
Interviews will be held in Abergele on Wednesday 10th June or Thursday 11th June 2026
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.
