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Do you believe that a thriving cultural sector matters to a strong civil society? Are you passionate about gender and racial equality at work? Do you want workers in the media and creative industries to have good jobs with fair pay where their work is respected? Apply to work for MEAA. This role works as a part of a team committed to developing innovative ways to secure good jobs and equality at work by building leaders and acting together to make change. MEAA is moving towards industry wide organising, because our members are stronger together. This role provides opportunities to work with a range of members including performers, journalists, musicians and entertainment crew. This role would suit an experienced union organiser, delegate or community/campaigns organiser keen to work on issues of economic justice.
Job Responsibility
Organising and recruiting workers according to Union plans and as directed
Building and maintaining union leadership structures in workplaces, across industry sectors and geographic regions
Assisting member and leadership development plans and activities
Assisting members, delegates, leaders and others with campaigns and related negotiations
Assisting delegates and members address workplace based problems and grievances, including by appropriate direction to specialist assistance
Requirements
Well developed organising skills including the ability to recruit and organise new members
Understanding, knowledge and some experience of union development and adult learning principles and practices
Some experience with negotiation, workplace leadership and advocacy
Ability to use and experience with digital organising practices and techniques
Strong communication skills
Ability to work in a team environment
Commitment to trade union principles and workers’ rights
What we offer
13% employer contribution to superannuation
5 weeks annual leave each year
1 RDO every 4 weeks
additional 3 days leave between Christmas and New Year