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Are you passionate about creating positive change? Do you thrive in a dynamic and inclusive work environment? Here's your chance to be a key player in our mission to make a difference! We're on the lookout for a dedicated, passionate and inspiring Team Leader to lead a team of dedicated and passionate Organisers and Member Organisers based in Brisbane.
Key Responsibilities
The Public Sector (North River) Organising team is responsible for driving transformational activism agenda through the facilitation of QNMU member workplace activity in the pursuit of industrial and professional advancement for Nurses and Midwives.
As the Team Leader you will report to the Director, Organising and Professional Services and be responsible for coordinating the team’s day to day operations by prioritising team workflow, providing leadership, direction, guidance, support and coaching to team members. The Team Leader is responsible for both the day-to-day management of the team and undertaking a leadership role in the professional work performed by the team.
About You
You are a well organised, excellent communicator who can lead and inspire a team to achieve both team and organisational objectives. To succeed in this role, you will possess the following:
- Current registration with Ahpra;
- Previous experience in supervising and leading a team;
- Experience within a range of nursing and / or midwifery roles with demonstrated knowledge of contemporary nursing and/or midwifery practice as well as the health industry;
- Demonstrated skills in organising within unions using transformational activism strategies;
- Demonstrated commitment to QNMU’s values, purpose and trade unionism in general as well as demonstrated history of activism within the QNMU or other nursing / midwifery union;
- Demonstrated knowledge of the industrial relations system;
- High-level written and verbal communication, presentation and interpersonal skills as well as sound negotiation skills;
- Ability to write reports, submissions and other business correspondence;
- Demonstrated ability to critically analyse, evaluate, problem solve and articulate a logical and clear position on an issue and provide viable options; and
- An ability to travel away from home for up to five nights at a time and a current drivers licence is required.
Our Perks
This role offers high levels of autonomy doing challenging work in a supportive and inclusive team environment.
The benefits we offer under our Enterprise Agreement are extensive, so here's just a few:
- Family & Flexibility: We believe in work-life harmony and offer flexible work arrangements to support your well-being, including Hybrid working, the option of a 9-day compressed fortnight or monthly ADO's & 14 weeks PPL
- Development Opportunities: Grow personally and professionally with ongoing learning and development initiatives, including a personal annual $3,500 PD allowance!
- Extensive Leave Entitlements: Enjoy generous leave policies that support your need for rest, relaxation, and personal time, including 5 weeks' annual leave (WITH leave loading!), 3 weeks personal leave, Gender Affirmation Leave; IVF, Menstruation & Menopause Leave, to name a few!
Ready to embark on a journey where your skills meet purpose? Join us at the QNMU and become a catalyst for positive change! Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!
About Us
The Queensland Nurses and Midwives' Union (QNMU) is the industrial and professional organisation for nurses and midwives working in public and private health and aged care in Queensland. The QNMU seeks to promote and defend the industrial, professional, social, political and democratic interests of over 71,000 members. We have over 200 employees including organisers, professionals and administrative personnel, and manage a multi-million-dollar operating budget.
An inclusive culture that celebrates all!
The QNMU is strongly committed to celebrating all individuals for who they are. We recognise that each of us offers unique strengths; sometimes it just takes a little bit of flexibility and support to allow those strengths to shine… and we are here for it! We strongly encourage people of all backgrounds, identities and abilities to apply - this is a safe, inclusive and supportive space, and we welcome all with open arms!
If there are any supports or adjustments, we can make during the recruitment process that will allow you to put your best self forward and demonstrate your capability to full potential, please let us know. We will be happy to accommodate in any way we can.
How to Apply
To submit your application for this opportunity, click on the “Quick Apply” button and submit your resume and cover letter now!
Applications must be submitted by COB, Wednesday, 13 March 2024. If you would like to discuss this opportunity with a QNMU team member, please contact Bec Amos, Employee Relations Business Partner on *******@qnmu.org.au or 07 3099 3251.
For further information about the QNMU, head to our website www.qnmu.org.au
