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Organiser

Community and Public Sector Unions (State Public Services Federation Tasmania)

CPSU Tasmania is looking for an experienced Organiser to join our small team. Five years’ experience as an Organiser or equivalent role is preferred. Unless you are whip smart and have buckets of enthusiasm for the union movement, then don't let a lack of experience stop you from getting in touch.

This is a permanent full time role but is also available as a part time or fixed term role if the successful applicant prefers.

ABOUT CPSU:

The Community Public Sector Union is a member-led union whose purpose is to protect and improve public services for all Tasmanians and the working lives of those who deliver them.

CPSU is the most established union and industry advocate for Tasmania’s public sector employees.

Our Members

CPSU members work in the Tasmanian public sector, health and community care, prisons, universities, as well as Government owned and managed enterprises.

Position Purpose

The Union is driving change by growing union membership, developing leadership amongst our members, and encouraging active member participation in the union.

The role of the Organiser is focused on organising workers to successfully take up issues that are important to them and harness workplace power for union priority campaigns & industrial outcomes.

Key activities include:

  • Recruitment of new members
  • Identification, recruitment and development of workplace leaders and activists
  • Building member activism and networks;
  • Development and implementation of campaigns and activities that empower members, build collective action and grow the CPSU;
  • Developing workplace strategies in conjunction with members for the resolution of workplace issues.
  • Representing union members in meetings with management and negotiations;
  • Providing advice and support for union members.

Essential Requirements:

  • Recruitment, mentoring and leadership development skills
  • Strategy, planning and organising skills
  • Advocacy and negotiation skills
  • Strong communication skills and ability to play a leadership role among members and delegates
  • Ability to make effective work plans and work to strategic plans
  • Understanding of, and commitment, to the organising approach and campaign theory
  • Commitment to strive for the advancement of public sector workers and services
  • Support for trade union principles and workers’ rights
  • Full drivers license

Desirable Requirements:

  • Experience working for a union or experience in community organising
  • Knowledge of contemporary Industrial Relations legislation and practice

REMUNERATION:

An attractive remuneration package will be offered to the successful applicant, which will include:

  • Salary commensurate with demonstrated skills and experience;
  • 10% superannuation;
  • 26 days annual leave.

This role is available full time or part time, flexible work arrangements are available and encouraged.

For further information about the role please email [email protected], using the subject line: Organiser enquiry via EthicalJobs.

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