union organizer

Qualifications:

A Bachelor degree in Communications, Marketing, Labour Studies, Political Science or History (or related field); and two years experience working in communications in social justice movements, ethnocultural associations, Indigenous organizations, or within the broader labour movement; or a sufficient combination of education and experience to complete the duties of the position in an exemplary manner

Experience:

• Experience building, maintaining and upkeeping data systems that include member lists, facility maps and documents related to organizing campaigns
• Experience running a social media page using platforms like TikTok, Instagram and Facebook for an organization, club, etc.
• Experience using organizing digital tools such as ActionBuilder, ActionNetwork, CallHub, NationBuilder, etc.
• Experience using design tools such as Adobe Creative Cloud (particularly Adobe Express) and Cap Cut
• Experience in the labour movement and demonstrated commitment to social justice are assets
• Demonstrated familiarity with labour union politics and history; knowledge of provincial labour legislation is an asset
• Capacity to work as part of a team under pressure with other department staff on organizing campaigns
• Demonstrated capacity as a leader
• Must possess a valid drivers licence and a reliable vehicle
• Eligibility to hold a valid passport and travel internationally