NUJ Trade Union Organiser (London)

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…