Organiser - Public Health Team

Organiser

Public Health Organising

**12 Month - Temporary Full-Time

$126,727.08 per annum + superannuation**

**Benefits include:

5 weeks annual leave

Monthly Roster off days

Onsite parking 

Option to add in extra voluntary super contributions

About us:**

The New South Wales Nurses and Midwives' Association (NSWNMA) in association with the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation New South Wales Branch (ANMF NSW Branch) seeks Organisers to join our Public Health Organising team on a 12-Month Temporary Full-Time basis.

You will be working for a highly respected association and one of the strongest and largest unions nationally. We have a successful track record of being a strong advocate for our members which is evident by our year-on-year membership growth.

About you:

The successful candidate will bring a strong team orientation and learner mindset, have a passion for wanting to help support Nurses and Midwives to have better employment conditions.  Our environment is fast paced and requires flexibility and strong time and project management. This is a member facing role focused on growing our membership base in allocated areas which requires travel across the state so we are seeking people who have a passion for the Union movement and someone who is keen to learn and develop the skills of being a successful Organiser through support from the broader team. You must hold a full and current NSW Drivers licence and be flexible with travel requirements.

In this role, you will:

• Build union power through systematic organisation.
• Recruit members utilising recruitment strategies and face-to-face conversations.
• Identify and develop activists.
• Develop and implement formal organising plans to form new workplace branches and retain existing branches.
• Participate in workplace campaigns.
• Contribute to the NSWNMA's goals to achieve collective outcomes.

Essential experience:

• Demonstrated commitment to the union movement.
• Recognised qualifications in the field of nursing or midwifery.
• Commitment to acquiring and developing the skills of organising.
• Demonstrated commitment to the nursing and midwifery professions.
• Demonstrated capacity to listen and use active listening techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to use a computer and smartphone or similar device.
• Previous experience with Microsoft Office and a demonstrated ability to write formal letters, reports and other forms of documentation.

Desirable

• Experience in working in a range of workplaces will be advantageous.
• Experience of working for a union.
• Experience in community organising or active participation in local groups/networks.
• Demonstrated ability to problem solve.
• Ability to speak, read and write in a second language.

How to apply for this position:

Your application must briefly address your ability to meet the key accountabilities and key considerations found in the receptionist position description. To view the position description click "apply" and download the position description under the documentation section from our careers page.

If you have a question or query about this role or your application, please send an email direct to our Employee Engagement team at and we will respond within 48 hours.

NSWNMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and fosters a diverse workplace and encourage Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander Peoples to apply.

How to apply for this position:

Your application must briefly address the selection criteria outlining your interest in the role. To view the position description, click "Apply" and download the position description under the documentation section from our careers page.

If you have a question or query about this role or your application, please send an email direct to our Employee Engagement team at  and we will respond within 48 hours.

NSWNMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and fosters a diverse workplace, we welcome diverse applications and encourage Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander Peoples to apply.

*We are receiving ongoing applications until the role is filled.*