Ongoing and Fixed Term (12 months) / Full-Time*Potential candidates should note over 80% of organisers employed on fixed term roles convert to ongoing employment as permanent positions become availableClassification and Salary range: Organiser Level 1 - 2, $74,984 - $97,713 per annum (includes Organiser Expense Allowance paid as salary) + 15.4% superannuationConditions of employment:flexible work practices and access to accrued days offbest practice leave provisions including paid primary carer leave (26 weeks) and supporting partner leave (six weeks); and paid family violence leave (20 days (pro rata) per annum (non-cumulative)employer super contributions on paid or unpaid parental leave for a period equal to a maximum of 52 weeksa comprehensive Employee Assistance Programa strong commitment to training and developmenthealth and well being initiativessalary sacrificingPosition reports to: Team Leader and Lead OrganiserCommunity and Public Sector Union - CPSU (PSU Group)The CPSU (PSU Group) is one of Australia’s most active and innovative trade unions, with over 55,000 members nationally. CPSU members work in the Australian Public Service, the ACT and NT governments, and a number of community and private sector areas. The CPSU supports a strong, independent public sector and the essential services it provides to the community. We believe every worker deserves dignity and respect, a safe workplace, decent pay and conditions, rights at work and a balanced working life. As an employer we offer family friendly conditions and leave entitlements, 15.4% superannuation, and access to health and wellbeing initiatives. Our friendly staff are passionate about the work they do and committed to union values, helping others, and making a positive contribution to society. Working with the CPSU means you will work side by side with other union members to make our workplaces and communities fairer.Overview of PositionThe primary function of this role is to develop and implement effective campaigns and strategies to assist members to bring about positive change in their workplaces. There is a strong emphasis on recruiting members and developing members, delegates and workplace leaders.The position is focused on meeting key union objectives of:helping members achieve fairness at work, job security, and the best possible pay and decent conditionsbeing a union that most employees want to joinpromoting our members’ issues in the public and political arenaIs this you?A passion for social justice and community campaigning or experience with progressive organisations or social justice causesAn ability and confidence to inspire, engage, develop and lead people to take action through positive conversationsAn understanding that your work will always focus on recruitment and retention and growing our UnionA strong eagerness to work with people from diverse backgrounds to make a differenceThe CPSU will provide support and development to the successful applicantSELECTION CRITERIA(required skills, knowledge & ability)EssentialA commitment to union values and principles, helping others and making a contribution to societyHigh level verbal communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to lead and organise, build relationships,  motivate and develop individuals or groupsDemonstrated analytical thinking and problem solving skillsAbility to plan and organise work and achieve outcomesAbility to work semi-autonomously, demonstrate initiative, drive and resilience in a changing environmentWell developed written communication skillsCurrent Drivers LicenseHighly DesirableExperience working in sales or membership recruitment, with a strong focus on meeting recruitment objectivesDemonstrated knowledge of and ability to develop and implement successful sales/recruitment strategiesPlease submit your application by COB Wednesday, 11 July 2018.HOW TO APPLYYou must complete the on-line Employment Application Questionnaire and address the Selection Criteria to be considered for this position.Please visit our website at https://cpsu.wufoo.com/forms/cpsu-employment-application/ to access the Employment Application Questionnaire. 75000 AUD Australia - VIC Melbourne - All locations Melbourne 3004