• Level 5 or 6 - $96,394 to $119,304 FTE
• Additional 17% employer superannuation
• Rewarding career with a progressive organisation

The National Tertiary Education Union (Victorian Division) covers staff employed in universities, associated companies, research institutes, TAFE, student unions and adult and community education. The Union's membership includes Academic, General, Research and Professional staff.

NTEU is seeking a highly motivated, member focused individual with experience in organising, recruitment and campaigning, either in a trade union or in social justice organisations. The successful applicant will be committed to building the trade union movement. The position is offered as a part-time (at 0.8), fixed-term contract appointment available from now until 3 February 2027.

The successful candidate will initially be working across the Federation University Branch in Ballarat and the Victoria University Branch in Footscray. You will be assigned a mix of duties, including taking responsibility for the completion of organising, campaign, and administrative tasks or projects at the Branch level and state-wide. Travel between Branches will be expected and you may be allocated to other NTEU Branches in Victoria from time to time.

The position will be filled at NTEU Level 5 or 6 ($96,394 - $119,304 FTE), depending on skills and experience, plus 17% employer superannuation contributions. Terms and conditions for this position are covered by a national collective agreement which has terms comparable with NTEU members in the industry.

Applications addressing the requirements of the position plus the names and contact details of two referees, should be addressed to the Victorian Division Secretary, Sarah Roberts. Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander people considering applications are encouraged to contact NTEU Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Policy Committee Chair, Dr Sharlene Leroy-Dyer at [email protected].

To apply for this position, click Apply Now, enter ref code: 6758111.

Further enquiries should be addressed by email to Fatima Ramtoola at [email protected], using the subject line: Union Organiser (fixed-term contract) enquiry via EthicalJobs. 

The NTEU values diversity in the workplace. This is a targeted position. Therefore, applicants will be given priority consideration and preference in selection for this vacancy if they are from an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background.