Project Worker

Young Workers Engagement

(11 months Fixed-term Contract)

1. Job Description

REPORTS TO:Project Manager & Project Coordinator

RESPONSIBLE FOR:Meeting targets and outcomes as set by ULF and GMB

SALARY:£30,155.81

MAIN JOB PURPOSE:The development of effective, quality apprenticeship/traineeship schemes in GMB recognised workplaces. Organising and recruitment of young workers using GMB@Work principles.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

To negotiate ‘Memorandums of Understanding’ with preferred learning providers and Learning Agreements with Employers

To provide support to GMB Workplace Organisers on Apprenticeships and Traineeship issues, encouraging the setting up of quality workplace schemes, with the support of specialist help, where required

To build a network of GMB apprenticeship members

To develop, build and maintain relationships with relevant external organisations e.g. LEP’s and SSC's

To workwith Branches and Officers to ensure information is shared on learning opportunities around apprenticeships and traineeships

To promote quality apprenticeship and traineeship schemes with GMB recognised employers

To represent the project where appropriate at GMB, Unionlearn and other external events

To organise own workload with the minimum of supervision to make effective use of time and work effectively as a member of a team

To identifygood practice on apprenticeship and traineeship issues. share those practices and develop appropriate case studies

To providenecessary data to the Project Coordinator for reporting purposes

To identify and undertake such training as may be agreed to be necessary, in order to progress and develop in areas of skill and competence which are relevant to the role in meeting the needs of the Region and its members

To support the GMB@Work agenda in all aspects of their work

To implement the Union’s policy on Equal Opportunities

2. Person Specification

A strong empathy with the trade union movement generally and the aims and objectives of GMB

A good understanding of GMB rules, organisation and structure

An understanding of the policies of the GMB, TUC and the Labour Party

A demonstrable knowledge of National Apprenticeship/Traineeship Strategies

A demonstrable ability to communicate effectively, including report writing and public speaking

Good communication and interpersonal skills; confident and highly motivated; able to work on own initiative as well as part of a team

Good negotiation skills

Ability to foster collaboration with others in order to achieve agreed objectives and outcomes

Good IT and social media skills

Ability to travel throughout the Region, using own or public transport to attend and participate in meetings, conferences and other activities

3. Training and Development

  • The Project Worker may be required to undertake training to improve their knowledge and skills to maintain a high standard of performance. The post-holder will also be encouraged to identify their own training needs.

4. Knowledge and Skills

Essential:

  • Knowledge of National Apprenticeship Strategies
  • Knowledge of government Apprenticeship/Traineeships agenda
  • Effective communication skills, including report writing and public speaking
  • Full driving licence and own car

Desirable:

  • Computer literacy
  • Working effectively as part of a team
  • GMB@Work representative training

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