Local Organiser – Cape Town (Union)

About the role

The Local Organiser will recruit, organise and provide effective services to NUMSA members in Cape Town, handling labour matters, negotiations and member support across the Western Cape Region.

Key responsibilities

• Recruit and organise members into NUMSA.
• Negotiate with employers on wages and working conditions.
• Prepare statements for cases in collaboration with the regional legal department.
• Attend and report to Local Shopstewards Council meetings and local campaigns.
• Prepare reports on relevant meetings.
• Advise Shopstewards and assist with labour matters.
• Represent members at enquiries, Bargaining Councils and the CCMA.
• Assist with education programmes for Shopstewards and members.
• Execute instructions from the Regional Secretary, including building SAFTU and expanding local membership.
• Recruit for SRWP and participate in campaigns.

Required profile

• Minimum Grade 12 / Matric qualification with relevant experience in trade‑union work.
• Knowledge of the trade‑union movement, bargaining councils, CCMA and collective agreements in NUMSA sectors.
• Valid driver’s licence and ownership of a road‑worthy vehicle.
• Willingness to travel extensively across the region and work irregular hours, including weekends and public holidays.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal and conflict‑resolution skills.
• Self‑motivated team player able to work with minimal supervision and multitask effectively.