Applications are encouraged from people who are under-represented in the union. We actively encourage women, Ethnically Diverse/Global Majority Heritage, disabled and LGBT+ people to apply.
JOB DESCRIPTION
GMB is one of the UK and Ireland’s largest trade unions: we’re proud to represent members from across the professional spectrum, and put the needs of our members at the forefront of everything we do.
GMB's North-East, Yorkshire & Humber Region is seeking applications for the role of Senior Organiser. Prospective candidates also need to be aware that, at the discretion of the Regional Secretary, the successful candidate may be asked to work from any location within the North East Yorkshire and Humber Region, to meet the needs of the region.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate the following, which should be included in the candidate statement section of the application form:
- Excellent and effective leadership and management skills.
- Emotional intelligence and excellent coaching and mentoring skills.
- A record of developing the skills, confidence and performance of others/teams.
- A thorough understanding of organising, mobilising, and campaigning.
- A history of successful organising, mobilising and campaigning including developing skills of others.
- A thorough understanding and proven record of recruiting members into a trade union.
- Excellent communication skills, at all levels, in a variety of formats including press, media and digital.
- Knowledge and experience of individual representation, collective bargaining, employment law and trade unions.
- Knowledge of and commitment to equalities, proportionality and fair representation.
- Experience of successfully working in and developing a membership organisation.
OTHER INFORMATION
- The hours of work for the role are unspecified and will necessarily entail an element of unsocial hours, including weekend work. Periods of working away from home will also be required.
- The successful candidate will be allocated a fleet car as there will be a need for travel to other offices and workplaces across the region, so prospective candidates are required to be in possession of a full current driving licence.
In return, we offer excellent terms and benefits, including:
- Final Salary Pension Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Childcare Assistance Scheme
- Season Ticket Loan
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Generous Holiday Allowance
- Eye Care Claim Back Scheme
- Annual Leave Purchase Scheme
- Annual Health Check
If you think you may be who were looking for, we’d like to hear from you.
Please note:
Late or incomplete applications will not be considered, so please ensure you have completed all sections of the application form (including referee details) and submitted no later than the specified deadline.