03 June 2011

Trade Union - name withheld

2 x 12 month contract positions: Townsville and Gladstone.

Opportunities are available for self-starting Organisers in regional Queensland. Two opportunities are offered, one based in Townsville, and the other in Gladstone, working with one of Australias most effective, respected and influential trade unions.

Working in regional Queensland, each role has a responsibility for developing and sustaining the structures of the union, as well as building and sustaining membership in the workplace.

Reporting to the Queensland Branch Secretary and working closely with the National Lead Organiser and National Campaigns & Projects Coordinator, the roles are interesting and varied with responsibilities including, but not limited to:

-- Developing organizing plans.

-- Identifying and developing union and delegate structure in the workplace.

-- Encouraging, maintaining and developing union activities to activate members.

-- Participating in developing and coordinating union campaigns.

-- Maximizing financiality of the membership.

-- Identifying areas of growth to maximize membership density.

-- Positively contribute to relationships across the union movement within the region.

To be considered for this role, it is essential that you will have:

-- Organizer skills certification or proven organizing or active union experience.

-- Excellent written and verbal communications skills.

-- Strong listening and investigative skills.

-- A proactive and organised approach demonstrating a sound work ethic and ability to prioritise and plan.

-- Ability to build rapport with the current membership.

-- A sound work ethic and self-motivated.

-- Current Drivers License.

In addition, it is preferable that you possess, or be willing to undertake appropriate training to develop the relevant skills to fulfill the requirements of the role:

-- Preparedness to undertake additional training, including organising.

-- Well-developed analytical & research skills.

-- High level of computer literacy, including advanced level MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel & Outlook), and intermediate level database.

A competitive remuneration package, including car, will be offered to the successful candidates commensurate with experience.

Both the Townsville and Gladstone roles are offered as 12-month contracts.

Applicants must be permanent residents and able to work in Australia.

Applications should be forwarded to:

recruitment@1sentient.com

4pm 24 June 2011

Trisha Hurley

HR Advisor

0419 528 413

recruitment@1sentient.com