National Officer

PCS is looking for a skilled and effective National Officer who can contribute, as a member of the Management Team, to the continued success of the Union.  Through team meetings and the appraisal and development review process, you will provide strong leadership and managerial skill to direct a team of staff in delivering the union’s core and national objectives.

 Salary and Location

·        Band 5, Regional, Spine points 23-19

·        Regional Salary: £56,079 p.a. rising to £64,472 p.a.

·        PCS Cardiff

 Successful candidates for the National Officer will be able to demonstrate:

·        Experience of team leadership, people management and development

·        Understanding of the political processes in the UK and the role and work of trade unions

·        Sound knowledge of employment rights and advocacy skills

·        Proven track record in bargaining, organising and campaigning

·        Excellent communication and presentation skills

·        Knowledge and understanding of how digitalisation, IT and digital technology impacts the future of the union

The main duties of the National Officer role include:

·        Contribute to the strategic development of the Union’s policy objectives including the PCS planning process

·        Provide leadership in delivering the union’s bargaining, organising, campaigning, equality, learning and digital objectives and have direct involvement in more complex or strategic areas

·        Manage people and resources in allocated area

·        Represent PCS at external meetings

·        Provide advice to and lead relevant committees including the preparation and presentation of reports

·        Monitor and report on issues and initiatives as requested

·        Provide input into budgetary processes including bid preparation, monitoring and control where relevant

Closing date: at 12 midday on Monday 7 October 2024

Interviews will be held by Zoom: Wednesday 30 October 2024

About PCS

PCS is the Public and Commercial Services Union, representing many thousands of members working in the civil service and related areas.

Employer Benefits

You will have access to a generous package of staff benefits including

• flexible working (including hybrid working)
• childcare and family support
• generous maternity/paternity leave
• 32 days leave and Christmas closure
• pension scheme
• employee assistance programme

Learning and Development

The union offers a wide range of learning and development opportunities. We will work with you to support your continued professional development.

PCS Recruiting Process

We use CVMinder to manage all recruitment activities. It helps us to maintain our commitment to equality and diversity by ensuring that we are fair and compliant with our recruiting practices.

Applications must be received by the closing date and time specified.

Candidates invited for interview are required to make themselves available on the date/s specified. Interview dates cannot be changed to accommodate candidates who are unavailable to attend on the specified date.

• CVs will not be accepted. Please see the job description/person specification and follow the application process.
• PCS is working towards equal opportunities and is positive about disabled people.
• All posts can be considered on a full-time, part-time or job share basis.

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