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SalaryAre you based in Northern Ireland and have an understanding of the challenges and barriers faced by working musicians? Do you advocate for working musicians in a variety of settings? Are you keen to make a difference?
The MU represents over 35,000 musicians across the UK working in all sectors of the music business and we are currently looking to recruit for a new role, a Northern Ireland Regional Officer (part time) to work within the Scotland & Northern Ireland (SNI) Regional Team.
The role will focus on identifying areas within the sector to develop Union membership and profile in Northern Ireland. It will develop and undertake initiatives, strategies and projects to maximise the recruitment and retention of members in Northern Ireland primarily, and Scotland where required. It will also be part of the SNI regional team delivering MU services and benefits to members, including responding to member enquiries and providing support and advice.
This role will be hybrid, working between home and an office base in Northern Ireland. It will report to the Scotland & Northern Ireland Regional Organiser and is offered on a part time (0.6 FTE) basis such that it might fit alongside other responsibilities or commitments. The choice of days worked will be agreed in advance with the line manager.
The successful applicant should have an understanding of the political and trade union landscape as it relates to culture and the arts. They will also be able to undertake travel within the region, occasionally requiring overnight stays, and on a few occasions UK wide.
We are offering a salary of £50,757 (pro rata) and offer excellent staff benefits, pension, and training. We will provide the equipment necessary to carry out the role.
