Organisation : The National Tertiary Education Union (NTEU)
Location : Adelaide
Work type : Part-time
Profession : Advocacy, Community Services
Sector : Union
Salary type : Annual Package
Salary : Level 5 ($96,394 to $104,219FTE) or NTEU Level 6 ($108,828 to $119,304 FTE) depending on skills and experience, plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.
Application closing date : 6 Nov, 2025
About the organisation
About the role
- Level 5 – $96,394 to $104,219 FTE / Level 6 – $108,828 to $119,304 FTE
- Additional 17% employer superannuation
- Rewarding career with a progressive organisation
The National Tertiary Education Union (NTEU) represents over 27,000 academic and professional staff in universities and other tertiary education providers throughout Australia. The Union’s SA Division, which represents members employed at Adelaide University and Flinders University, is seeking to employ a highly motivated staff member to join its team of industrial and organising staff.
About the role
This is a part-time position (at 0.8). You will be located at the SA Division office in Adelaide but will also have specified Branch allocated time which will involve travelling to Flinders University and other
universities in SA.
You will be assigned a mix of duties, including working in a team and taking responsibility for the completion of assigned organising, campaign, recruitment, administrative, and digital tasks or projects.
What’s needed for your success:
- A demonstrated background and commitment to unionism and advocacy for social justice issues and/or workplace rights;
- Experience in recruitment, organising, campaigning, administration, and database management;
- Elevated digital literacies and online skills and capacities;
- Experience working cooperatively in teams-based environments;
- Exceptional social and interpersonal skills; and
- Knowledge of the tertiary sector and experience in the support of activist networks would be an advantage
What’s on offer
The position will be filled at either NTEU Level 5 ($96,394 to $104,219FTE) or NTEU Level 6 ($108,828 to $119,304 FTE) depending on skills and experience, plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.
Terms and conditions for this position are covered by a national collective agreement which has terms comparable with NTEU members in the industry.
How to apply
To download the PD and to apply for this job go to: www.nteu.recruitmenthub.com.au & enter ref code: 6811937 or hit apply now. Applications close COB Monday 6 October 2025.
Applications addressing the criteria outlined above and the position description, plus the names and contact details of two referees, should be addressed to the SA Division Secretary, Dr Andrew Miller.
NTEU is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Applicants from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply and will be given priority consideration in the selection process.
Join us in advocating for the rights of workers and ensuring a fair, inclusive, and equitable future for all staff in SA's higher education sector!
Please quote in application: Union Organiser via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Union
