Fixed Term to 5 February 2019 (due to parental leave) Part time, 35 hours per fortnightTownsville, Far North QueenslandOrganising Support Level 2, $51,572 - $65,326 pro-rata, Townsville Remote Locality Allowance $2,972 per annum and 15.4 % superannuation.Community 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. For information click hereOverview of PositionThe primary function of the role is to provide organising support/administration functions to ensure the effective and efficient operation of the regional office.Two areas of work are defined under this function. One is the provision of regional office /general organising support. The other is more specific in meeting the growth strategy of the union. Working to support local organising teams the position will be responsible for data collection, maintenance and utilisation to meet the 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 arena Selection Criteria - required skills, knowledge and ability; EssentialDemonstrated experience performing tasks consistent with that of an administration officer including but not limited to local management of office stationary supplies; incoming and outgoing mail; regional assets management; maintenance of supplies; reception duties, and general office procedure coordinationDemonstrated experience with written communications support including report preparation and collation; letter writing; photocopying, typing and records managementDemonstrated experience managing events such as meetings and training courses involving set up of rooms or conference calls, liaising with relevant staff and delegates, setting up catering and preparation of A/V equipment and presentationsDemonstrated experience providing a level of office wide administrative supportExperience generating and analysing various statistical reportsExperience working with a membership based relational database packageA proactive and flexible approach to all tasks to meet the changing demands of the roleApplication of initiative and strong attention to detail Key competencies and skill setsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsIntermediate to advanced PC skills, particularly with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and OutlookResearch skills utilising the InternetData entry skills consistent with the accuracy required by the database’s guidelinesAbility to manage time effectively and multi taskAbility to demonstrate intuition and judgement, particularly when dealing with sensitive materialAbility to contribute to a team oriented environmentThe ability and willingness to take ownership of tasksDesirablePrevious experience in a membership based community-managed organisationCommitment to social justice and union valuesPlease submit your application by COB Monday, 17 September 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.The CPSU is an equal opportunity employer and actively encourages women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply for position. Selection is merit based. Part time employment opportunities may be considered where suitable. 50000 AUD Australia - QLD Townsville & Northern QLD Townsville