Job Description

There has never been a more important time to protect our members in the public services and encourage those that are not members to join a powerful voice. Are you a people person with good listening and problem-solving skills? Do you possess the determination to make a difference to people's lives?
Region
Cymru
Location
Cardiff
Starting salary
35,403 per annum, plus 3,489 Annual Subsistence
Closing date
19 January 2026
Hours
35
Contract type
Full time, fixed term
Contract length
Fixed Term until 31st March 2028
Reference
R11/86 (T)

About this job

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UNISON is looking for an enthusiastic, flexible and resourceful individual to support our growing organisation. The successful candidate will bring their experience and skills to the role and be able to develop and deliver recruitment and organising initiatives and campaigns in our branches.



You will have excellent presentation skills and communication skills, both face-to-face and on paper.



A sound understanding of trade unions and their objectives is essential along with a good understanding of UNISON's policies and objectives.



You will need to be able to travel within the region for meetings/training as required.

How to apply

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To apply for this opportunity, please download and complete the Local Organiser application form (under 'Documents'). Please note that ONLY the Area and Local Organiser application form will be accepted. See job description and person specification (under 'Documents').



Please send completed application forms along with the Recruitment and Disability Monitoring Forms to: CymruHR@unison.co.uk quoting one of the following reference numbers:



R11/86 (T)



Completed application forms must be received by no later than 12noon on Monday 19th January 2026



Interviews will be held on Monday 2nd February 2026 or Tuesday 3rd February 2026 in Cardiff.



UNISON is a dynamic, progressive union, committed to equality. We encourage men and women of all ages, Black and minority ethnic groups, disabled people, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people to work with us

About UNISON

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UNISON is the UK's leading public services trade union, with over 1.3 million members working in the public sector, private, voluntary and community sectors and in the energy services. We employ approximately 1,200 staff, with around 370 at our national centre in Euston in central London and the remainder in our 12 regions across the UK, including Northern Ireland.



UNISON is a dynamic, progressive union, committed to equality. We encourage men and women of all ages, Black and minority ethnic groups, disabled people, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people to work with us.