Area Organiser x 3

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 an enthusiastic, flexible and resourceful individual to support our region 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 region.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent presentation skills and communication skills, both face-to-face and on paper. While previous experience and a sound understanding of trade unions & their objectives as well as a good knowledge of employment law is desirable, transferrable skills are also highly valued. Candidates must demonstrate an understanding of our union’s values and objectives.

The Greater London Region prides itself on its diverse membership. In 2023, we celebrated the Year of the Black Worker, and this year, UNISON’s priority is the Year of the LGBT+ Worker campaign. We aim to represent the entire public sector in our multicultural city and welcome applications from all backgrounds. This ensures our union truly reflects our members, the community, and public sector workers, reaching those who need us most.

We support and encourage applications from Black, Asian and other backgrounds, if you want to find out more, why not come along to our drop-in session to find out about the role and hear what a typical day looks like in the life of a UNISON Organiser, on: Thursday 9 January  5.45 – 6.45pm. This will be online Via MS Teams. To sign up please go to –https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/ae25c80d-9f49-4a96-8941-767bb6…

If you can’t make it, don’t worry, you don’t need to attend one of these sessions to apply.  Please note attendance does not guarantee an interview or job, but we provide advice and support.

To apply for this opportunity, please download and complete the Local Organiser application form (under ‘Resources’).  Please note that ONLY the Local Organiser application form will be accepted.  See job description and person specification (under ‘Documents’).

Please send your completed application form and recruitment monitoring form  to GreaterLondonHR@unison.co.uk Please ensure you quote the relevant job reference depending on which role you are applying for R3/37, R3/33T and R3/113T on the application form.

Completed application forms must be received by no later than 12 Noon on Wednesday 15 January 2025

Applications received after the deadline for any reason will not be accepted.

Interviews are likely to be on Thursday 6 and Friday 7 February 2025.