Vacancies for Officers within Southern Region

9 January 2019 Download as PDF

Vacancies have arisen for the role of Organisers in the Region. We are seeking applications from individuals with a desire to help us develop the membership of the union.

Vacancies have arisen for the role of Organisers in the Region. We are seeking applications from individuals with a desire to help us develop the membership of the union.

Successful applicants need to be aware that they may be required to work from any location within the Region, at the discretion of the Regional Secretary, in order to meet the needs of the Region.

Applicants must have a proven record of the following:

Servicing, organising and recruitment
A broad understanding of trade union objectives and a strong personal commitment to these objectives
Applicants must be prepared to work as a team, with the successful candidate displaying strong interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate effectively in challenging environments
On a personal basis, the applicant would need to display energy, enthusiasm, resilience, commitment, and an ability to use individual initiative.

Since the backgrounds of suitable candidates can vary enormously, we are requesting that interested applicants should not only complete the official application form, but also a special report (up to 500 words) which should describe what you believe is involved in the role and why you believe you would be a successful candidate. The official application form must be completed, and can be requested by contacting my PA, Julie Shurgold, at julie.shurgold@gmb.org.uk.

Training will be provided to the successful candidate, who will receive an excellent package of benefits and terms and conditions. All prospective candidates are required to be in possession of a full current driving licence.

It should also be noted that the hours of work are unspecified and will necessarily entail an element of unsocial hours, including weekend work. Periods of working away from home will also be required.

Application forms and a copy of the job description are available from the Regional Secretary’s PA, Julie Shurgold, at Julie.shurgold@gmb.org.uk, on 020 8397 8881. CVs will only be accepted if accompanied by the official GMB application form.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 12 noon on Friday, 8th February 2019.

Shortlisted candidates will be advised of the time and date in due course.

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