10 June 2009

Community & Public Sector Union - Canberra, ACT

XDo you want to make a genuine difference in peoples day-to-day lives?

XAre you determined and enthusiastic?

XDo you have experience in leading, motivating and developing a team?

XDo you have strong written and oral communication skills along with an outstanding listening aptitude?

If you identify with the attributes above, have you considered the challenging role of a Lead Organiser with the Community and Public Sector Union (CPSU), one of the most active and innovative trade unions in Australia today?

CPSU is a federal union with representation in every state and territory predominantly covering Commonwealth government departments, statutory authorities, business enterprises and the ACT and NT governments and has around 60,000 members.

The key role of a Lead Organiser is to develop, implement and analyse organising plans and drive campaigns to build the union; and to lead & develop a team of organisers, workplace leaders or activists. Further information about the role is outlined in the selection criteria.

The primary function of this role is to assist in developing and implementing effective campaigns and strategies to build members collective power in the workplaces. The position will be responsible under the direction of the Team Leader and be focused on meeting the four key union objectives of:

XOur industrial outcomes V delivering the unions core claim in bargaining XOur outcomes in membership V delivering the unions growth target XOur outcomes in member activity and involvement V building member participation in the collective activity XOur outcomes in development of activists and workplace union structures V increasing the number, skill and engagement of activists and workplace leaders in CPSU activity

Please address the selection criteria below, ensuring to provide examples and experiences which highlight your ability to satisfy the criteria.

Selection Criteria:

"Essential"

XDemonstrated commitment to trade unionism and social justice XGood knowledge of the federal industrial relations system, collective bargaining and union strategy for the bargaining environment XComprehensive understanding of organising theory, strategy and practice and application of the principles and techniques of organising XAbility to develop, implement and analyse organising plans and to manage and prioritise work programs XExcellent listening, verbal communication and interpersonal skills V demonstrated ability to apply organising communication frameworks XAbility to lead, motivate and develop a team of organisers, workplace leaders or activists XAbility to conduct successful organising campaigns that build growth and sustainable union structures XAbility to analyze complex issues/problems and develop strategies to deal with them XAbility to deal professionally with diverse groups of people, including members, delegates, union officials and employers XEnthusiasm, energy and creativity to do a challenging job in a difficult environment.

Selection Criteria:

"Desirable"

XExperience in new campaigning and organising techniques such as blitzes, alternative systematic contact methods, comprehensive campaigning XExperience in negotiating and bargaining collective agreements XSignificant experience as a union organiser XGood written communication skills V ability to write leaflets, letters or reports and analyse written documents XPublic speaking skills XComputer skills in areas such as word processing, e-mail, internet, databases XCurrent drivers license

Requirements of this position:

Willingness to work
a)to a set organising plan (individual or team) and be accountable for delivering set objectives and targets b)as directed by a team leader or union official c)long and sometimes changing hours, including some nights or weekends and possibly travel to regional centres or interstate.

$71,654 V $80,348 plus 13.25% super

: If you believe you could make a genuine difference as a CPSU Lead Organiser, please submit your application, along with a copy of the addressed selection criteria, to the email address below by close of business Friday 12th June 2009, COB.

You must address the criteria to be considered for the position.

To receive a copy of the selection criteria please visit our website:

www.cpsu.org.au/aboutus/topics/2318.html

Human Resources - Vera Petkovski

Level 10, 440 Collins St, Melbourne, VIC, 3000

E-mail: careers@cpsu.org.au

Phone:(03) 8620 6357

Fax: (03) 8620 6324

The CPSU's employment strategies aim to mirror and reflect the gender and diversity profile of its membership (gender balance is 56% women and 44% male). The CPSU therefore encourages applications from a diverse pool of candidates. The CPSU is an EEO employer and women are therefore encouraged to apply.

Human Resources - Vera Petkovski Level 10, 440 Collins St, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
E-mail: careers@cpsu.org.au
Phone:(03) 8620 6357
Fax: (03) 8620 6324

COB 12 June 2009

Vera Petkovski

Human Resources

10/440 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000

03 8620 6357

03 8620 6369

careers@cpsu.org.au

www.cpsu.org.au/aboutus/topics/2318.html