Based in the National Union of Journalists’ London head office, the NUJ Organiser (London) will have a focused attention on organising and case work in the freelance sector reporting to the union’s national Freelance organiser, including recruitment, engagement with the union’s industrial and campaigning priorities and strengthening lay representation. Additionally, the NUJ Organiser (London) will also work, as required, on personal case work across the union’s industrial sectors.
Under supervision, the NUJ Organiser will have primary responsibilities for:
Organising
Recruitment
Retention
Casework
The NUJ Organiser will be expected to travel as necessary, to carry out the day-to-day responsibilities of the job.
The candidate will have the following experience and qualifications:
Proven experience of organising and recruitment initiatives among freelance workers
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 and lay activist base
Qualified to degree level would be desirable, but not essential
The candidate will have and be able to demon...