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 unions 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
- 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 Unions policy objectives including the PCS planning process
- Provide leadership in delivering the unions 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.
- 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.

Please view our guidance for applicants.

**JOB DESCRIPTION **NATIONAL OFFICER

Ref: 1224

Grade: Band 5, Region

**Salary**:
Regional Spine points 23 19

Regional Starting salary £56,079 p.a. rising to £64,472 p.a.

**Location**:PCS Cardiff

Purpose of the job:

- To identify and maximise the potential for union growth, development and success, and to encourage membership participation and support in allocated areas of responsibility, in line with PCS policy.
- To undertake a management role with direct responsibility for staff. To ensure that the work of the team is in line with the wider objectives of the union.
- To undertake national bargaining duties, manage national policy portfolios and work with relevant committees.

**Responsible to**:Band 6 Head of Bargaining

**Responsible for**:Band 4 Officers and support staff

**Contacts**

**External**:
PCS Members, elected officials and potential members. Employers, Legal and other advisors. WTUC, TUC, Members of other trade unions and related bodies. Senior Government Officials, Ministers, MPs, pressure groups, campaigning bodies and media.

**Internal**:
PCS Staff and managers across Regions, Senior Management Team, National Management Team and other PCS Departments.

**Main duties and responsibilities**

**1. Key Areas**
- Contribute to the strategic development of the Unions policy objectives including the PCS planning process
- Provide leadership in delivering the unions 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

**2. People Management**
- Manage work allocation and workflow, future planning and support for officer team/line manager
- Motivate and manage individuals and the team as a whole to provide a high