17 February 2010

Community & Public Sector Union - Sydney

The primary function of this role is to provide research advice and information to officials, officers, organisers, delegates and members of the CPSU. This will include researching, monitoring and reporting on issues affecting workers covered by the Union; preparing submissions for internal and external inquiries; conducting corporate and industry research and preparing reports for officials and organisers as required.

This position reports to the Director of Policy and Research.

Essential:

1.Demonstrated commitment to trade unionism and social justice.
2.The ability to research and draft reports and submissions and/or contribute to the writing of reports and submissions.
3.The ability to understand and interpret data including ABS data.
4.The ability to undertake qualitative research.
5.The ability to actively engage members in the research process.
6.The ability to engage senior union officials in the research process.
7.A proficiency in MS Windows, MS Office and the ability to be trained in the use of other computer applications.
8.The ability to work to deadlines and under pressure, good written and communication skills, good organisational skills.
9.The ability to work both in a team and independently, be flexible and exercise initiative.

Training/qualifications:

10.A degree in industrial relations/economics or other relevant tertiary qualification.

Desirable:

1.Prior work experience in a research area or the union movement would be desirable.
salary: OS Specialist 1 $61,422 to OS Specialist 4 $70,360, plus 14 % superannuation (fixed pay point; salary depending on skills & experience).

OS Specialist 1 $61,422 to OS Specialist 4 $70,360, plus 14 % superannuation (fixed pay point; salary depending on skills & experience)

Please submit your application by COB Monday 1st March, 2010.

You must complete the on-line application form & selection criteria to be considered for this position. Please visit our website www.cpsu.org.au/aboutus/topics/2318.html

Please note that leave without pay may be available for successful applicants from employers covered by CPSU but is subject to negotiation with your employer

The CPSU is an EEO employer and women are therefore encouraged to apply. Part time employment arrangements may be available for suitable applicants for this position.

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

COB 01 March 2010

Vera Petkovski

Human Resources

10/440 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000

03 8620 6357

careers@cpsu.org.au

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