Company

National Union Of JournalistsSee more

addressAddressLondon, England
type Form of workFull time
salary Salary£45,179.81 plus London Weighting
CategoryVolunteering

Job description

Based at the National Union of Journalists’ London head office in Kings Cross, the NUJ Organiser (Broadcasting) will work within the union’s Broadcasting sector and as directed by the National Organiser (Broadcasting), working on casework and organising opportunities across the sector. This role has a focused attention on boosting recruitment and organising on specific targets in a range of workplaces.  The role will also include associated personal cases, with a focus on how to maximise recruitment and engagement with the union’s industrial and campaigning priorities. 

Under Supervision, the NUJ Organiser will have primary responsibilities for:

  • Organising
  • Recruitment
  • Retention
  • Other duties as assigned

The Organiser will be expected to travel as necessary, to carry out the day-to-day responsibilities of the role. 

PERSON SPECIFICATION

The candidate will have the following experience and qualifications:

  • Proven experience of organising recruitment initiatives in established, recognised workplaces as well as greenfield sites
  • Demonstrable track record in running union organising campaigns
  • Extensive experience in successfully representing members in personal cases
  • Strong knowledge of resolving workplace issues
  • At least three year’s trade union involvement and experience
  • Demonstrable track record of growing a trade union membership base
  • Qualified to degree level would be desirable, but is not essential

The candidate will have and be able to demonstrate the following skills:

  • The ability to conduct an analytical review of the current membership and mapping skills
  • Ability to identify potential new members and develop strategies for specific recruitment initiatives
  • Demonstrate a strategic approach to growing the membership
  • Recruitment techniques
  • Project management skills
  • Excellent face-to-face, written and phone communication skills, whether dealing with employers, potential members, current members or colleagues
  • Strong inter-personal skills
  • The ability to remain confident, calm and professional under pressure
  • Extremely organised
  • Excellent administration skills
  • Ability to work both under supervision and autonomously, as well as the ability to seek guidance when necessary

The candidate will be able to demonstrate the following knowledge:

  • Knowledge of the media industry and its players
  • An understanding of current employment law
  • Hands on knowledge of MS Office applications
  • Strong social media and digital skills  

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following work ethics:

  • A commitment to trade unions and their aims
  • A proactive approach to the working day
  • A professional, friendly and team orientated approach to colleagues and members alike Initiative and self-motivation The ability to work flexibly  

Job Title: NUJ Organiser (Broadcasting) | Department: Broadcasting | Location: London

Staff Chapel: NUJ | Grade: AO | Reports to: NO Broadcasting | Contract Type: Permanent | Start Date: ASAP

Salary: £45,179.81 | London Weighting: £4,000.00

Working Time: Full-Time, 5 days a week, 35 hours a week including lunch | Hybrid Working: a minimum of 3 days in the London office and the remaining 2 days working from your permanent residence.  There may be a requirement to work 5 days in the office, dependant on organisational needs.

Refer code: 2992891. National Union Of Journalists - The previous day - 2024-03-13 20:08

National Union Of Journalists

London, England
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