The Victorian Trades Hall Council (VTHC) is looking for people who want to make a difference.

We are seeking to employ a Project Organiser on a short-term contract (until December 2020) to work in our Carlton office. The Project Organiser will be working on a project to support more women to take up and complete apprenticeships and traineeships in male-dominated industries such as manufacturing and construction. The Organiser will be responsible for identifying, recruiting and supporting women to take up apprenticeships and traineeships in these key industries.

Duties Include

• Identifying and recruiting women to participate in project
• Work with training providers and employers to secure placements
• Attend government and union meetings, and prepare reports as needed
• Conduct interviews with project participants and prepare case studies
• Provide administrative support as needed

Essential Requirements

• Experience working as part of a small team
• Ability to work to a tight timeframe
• Good written and interpersonal communication skills
• Knowledge of vocational education in Victoria
• Ability to set priorities when faced with competing demands
• Current valid driver’s licence and
• A commitment to social justice and trade union principles

Desirable Attributes

• Previous experience working for trade unions and/or related industrial bodies
• Knowledge of vocational education system in Victoria or experience working with government
• University qualification or equivalent in research methodology
• Alternatively, personal or professional life experience working in male-dominated industries

Salary

The position is based at Trades Hall in Carlton, Victoria. Attractive salary package including a monthly RDO and 12% superannuation.

Women and people from diverse backgrounds, particularly Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, are strongly encouraged to apply.

For further enquiries contact Barbara Huggins, Project Co-ordinator, 0478 752 147.