Local Organiser

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Region
Eastern
Location
Chelmsford
Starting salary
£28,343 per annum
Closing date
12 February 2020
Hours
35
Contract type
Full time, fixed term
Contract length
Until October 2020
Reference
R1/75T

About this job

The successful candidate will recruit new members and identify and mentor new activists.  The candidate will identify key workplace issues that will engage public service workers.  Analysis of membership data and workplace information will ensure appropriate decisions are made about how and where to dedicate resources.

To undertake this role you will need to demonstrate an understanding of the trade union movement and previous experience as a recruiter, organiser and campaigner within a similar organisation would be an advantage.

This role will be to support UNISON branches primarily in the Essex area and would be based in Chelmsford.  You will need to be prepared to travel within the region as required including to our regional office in Bury St Edmunds and also to London on an occasional basis for training or other purposes.

How to apply

For more information, including on how to apply, please visit UNISON’s national website.

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.

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