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/Wales
Location
Cardiff
Starting salary
37,528 (46,910 1.0 FTE) per annum plus annual Subsistence allowance of 2791.20
Pro rata
Closing date
12 September 2025
Hours
28
Contract type
Part time, fixed term
Contract length
Fixed Term until 31st March 2028
Reference
R11/72T

About this job

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UNISON is looking for enthusiastic, flexible and resourceful individuals to support our region develop a strong and sustainable network of branch officers and representatives as well as establish an excellent casework and representation system.



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 the region.



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 and a good knowledge of employment law.



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

How to apply

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To apply for this opportunity, please download and complete the Area Organiser application form (under "Documents")



See job description and person specification (under "Documents").



Please note that ONLY the Area/Local Organiser application form will be accepted. Please also complete the Recruitment and Disability monitoring form.



Once completed, please email applications to CymruHR@unison.co.uk, Quote all job references of the roles you are applying for: R11/72T



The closing date for completed applications is 12 noon on Friday 12th September 2025 .Interviews will be held on Monday 29th September 2025

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.