About Queensland Unions

The Queensland Council of Unions is the peak union body in Queensland. It is comprised of 26 affiliated unions, representing around 400,000 union members.

Our Mission Statement is “Leading Unions to achieve industrial, political and social justice for Queensland Workers”.

The QCU has an Executive of 46 Officers, 13 of whom form the Management Committee.

Job Purpose & Reporting

The purpose of the Industrial Women’s Officer role is to provide advice and support to the General Secretary and Assistant General Secretary in the areas of legislative reform and policy for industrial relations, work health and safety, discrimination, and related laws, in particular as they relate to women. The role will also involve development and provision of education and development programs for work with affiliated union staff and employees covering the above legal frameworks.

The Industrial Women’s Officer will report directly to the General Secretary.

Key Responsibilities

Working with the General Secretary and Assistant General Secretary, the position is expected to undertake the following duties –

• Writing of submissions to relevant tribunals, Committees and Inquiries
• Development of written policy positions in consultation and collaboration with affiliate unions
• Preparation of and advocacy before tribunals, Committees and Inquiries
• Assistance with lobbying and negotiations with relevant employer organisations and Governments
• Professional presentations to affiliate unions and industry stakeholders about matters within scope of work
• Development and delivery of relevant education and development programs, including workshops and other skills and knowledge based training programs 

Relevant Qualifications and Experience

A relevant tertiary qualification such as a law degree is desirable. Candidates will also need to demonstrate a high level of skills and experience in an industrial, legislative and/or policy role within unions or government, with in depth knowledge and experience of work-related issues as they pertain to women.

Required Knowledge and Experience

• Previous experience as a legal, industrial and/or policy officer within the areas of industrial relations, work health and safety, discrimination, and/or work-related legal frameworks.
• Previous experience with developing and implementing workplace policies as they relate to women.
• High level skills in using relevant research databases and proficiency in use of Microsoft word, excel and powerpoint.
• Excellent research and analysis skills, including developing creative solutions to identified problems.
• High level skills in preparing and writing submissions.
• Demonstrated negotiation experience.
• Excellent advocacy skills before tribunals and other related bodies.
• High level presentation and facilitation skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to handle time sensitive tasks.

Skills and Abilities

• High level communication and interpersonal skills.
• Capacity to implement projects and meet competing deadlines.
• Well developed personal organisational and administrative skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a collaborative team member.

Personal Attributes

• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong and effective relationships and networks with internal and external stakeholders.
• High level ability to work with staff in collaborative projects and to promote a cooperative and cohesive team approach.
• Demonstrated commitment to the values and principles of trade unionism and ability to work with a diverse range of stakeholders within the trade union movement.
• Demonstrated commitment to the respect and values of cultural and social diversity both within the workforce and the community.

Other

This full time position is based in Brisbane. 

This position is for a relevantly qualified and experienced female.

Key Selection Criteria

• Previous experience as a legal, industrial and/or policy officer within the areas of industrial relations, work health and safety, discrimination, and/or other work-related legal frameworks.
• Previous policy development and implementation within the field of women’s workplace rights or issues.
• Demonstrated high level research and analytical skills in the fields of work-related laws.
• Demonstrated high level communication and interpersonal skills, including experience with successful negotiations and demonstrated advocacy skills before tribunals or in other relevant forums.
• Demonstrated experience in preparing and presenting information and providing education about work-related matters to practitioners and others in a facilitative and engaging way.
• Ability to represent the organisation in a professional capacity and to develop effective networks and relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Well-evidenced ability to demonstrate the values and principles of unionism, and to practice respect and safety for all stakeholders, including diversity groups within the union movement and community.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with other team members and stakeholders, and to self manage and work to deadlines, including applying a high level of attention to detail.
• High level competency in the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Application Process

For any further information regarding the position, please contact Ms Renee Kempin Executive Officer with the QCU on (07) 3010 2555 or [email protected] using the subject line: Industrial Women's Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs.

An applicant’s CV, together with a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria, should be submitted via the "Apply Now" button.