GMB Southern Region has a vacancy for a 12 month fixed-term Organising Assistant.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

We are seeking applications from highly motivated individuals; the successful postholder will be actively engaged in supporting the Region to build and grow our membership by assisting the union’s officers to identify unorganised workplaces for recruitment and assist them in the recruitment and retention of members. As such, there may be a requirement for the successful candidate to travel around the region and work from varying locations in order to fulfil the duties of the role. Prospective candidates are therefore required to be in possession of a full current driving licence.

It should also be noted that the hours of work are unspecified and as outlined in the job description will require flexibility on working hours, which may include early mornings, late evenings and weekend working. Periods of working away from home may also be required.

It is anticipated that the role will be in our Area 1 Team, based out of our office in either Fareham, Reading or Swindon. Please note however that the successful candidate may be required to work in any Area or out of any Office in the Region (Chessington, Fareham, Hove, Reading, Swindon or Welling). Please also note that successful candidate will need to spend an initial period of time with our Regional Organising Team, based out of our Regional Office in Chessington.

The successful candidate will:

• Possess a flexible attitude and a full range of organising, recruitment and administrative skills as outlined in the job description.
• Be able to work on their own initiative to undertake duties in a professional and efficient manner.
• Have an understanding of the GMB, other Trade Unions as well as commitment to the wider Trade Union and Labour Movement.
• Applicants must be prepared to work as a team, and the successful candidate would display 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 initiative.

We are looking for someone who possesses the ability to work well independently but is also a real team player.

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

This is a varied and interesting role, based in a friendly and engaging team; if you think you may be who we’re looking for, and if you feel you meet the criteria outlined in the person specification of the job description, we’d like to hear from you.

FURTHER INFORMATION

• The Assessment Day for those applicants invited to attend is anticipated to take place on Monday, 22^nd April 2024 at the Southern Regional Office in Chessington, Surrey.
• Interviews for applicants successful at the Assessment stage are anticipated to take place on Friday, 26^th April 2024, also at the Regional Office.

TO APPLY:  Please click here to apply, and download the application pack documents from the links located on the right-hand side and return completed applications to Lauren Shurgold, Regional Secretary’s Office (lauren.shurgold@gmb.org.uk).

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.