Norfolk County UNISON branch has a vacancy for a branch office manager.
The salary range is £30,271 to £32,028 per annum.
The job is permanent and your terms and conditions of employment will reflect UNISON terms and conditions with scope to join the national UNISON pension scheme.
Please note that this is a branch employed post, not a UNISON employed post.
If you are interested and would like an application form please email the branch office. If you would like more information contact the branch secretary Jonathan Dunning.
The closing date for receipt of completed application forms is 9 December 2016.
Job Description – Office Manager
Responsible to – Branch Secretary
Responsible for – Clerical workers
Main Purpose
To maintain & improve all the administrative, financial and technical processes & procedures within the Branch Office. To provide telephone advice to members and stewards on work related matters.
Main Tasks
- Oversee and manage the smooth operation & improvement of all technology, including the computer systems
- Work with the Branch Treasurer to ensure accurate accounting of income and expenditure with a clear audit trail
- Manage all procurement arrangements with suppliers to ensure the Branch gets value for money
- Manage and on occasions assist the Branch clerical workers on the maintenance of the membership database and other tasks
- Work as part of a team covering the office, answering queries and offering advice to members and stewards
- Oversee and manage the smooth operation of all administrative functions within the Branch
- Undertake the payroll process for Branch Employed Staff with payroll provider
Required Skills
- Good general level of education, ideally to A level standard or equivalent
- Ability to use & develop IT systems
- Experience of managing office procedures, systems and people
- Excellent Communication skills
- Willingness to undertake training in UNISON systems such as RMS and OLBA
