Gender Equity Educator

Unions Tasmania is the peak body for trade unions in Tasmania. For over 140 years, we have been giving a voice to working Tasmanians and their families. We represent approximately 50,000 union members, across the private and public sector, in workplaces big and small.

We are seeking a skilled facilitator with experience in adult education, gender equity, workplace culture change or related fields, to design and implement materials associated with the next stage of the Gender Equity Works project.

Funded through the Australian Government's ‘Advancing Gender Equality in Gender Segregated Industries’ program, this exciting statewide initiative works with unions, employers and workers to improve workplace flexibility, inclusion, safety, dignity and opportunities for women in a range of industries.

You will develop and deliver innovative training programs that support workers, employers and unions to create safer, more inclusive workplaces.

Key Responsibilities:

-    Design and facilitate training programs on Gender Equity issues

-    Develop learning resources and toolkits to support participating workers and employers

-    Support workplace action planning

-    Contribute to forums and networking events

-    Work closely with participating unions and workplaces

You will have:

-    A commitment to union values and a passion for worker’s rights

-    Demonstrated experience designing and facilitating training adult programs

-    Strong understanding of adult learning principles

-    Ability to build effective working relationships across the union movement and with employers and workers

-    Excellent planning, reporting and communication skills

-    Understanding of workplace gender equity, workplace relations or social change initiatives

-    Capacity to exercise judgment and discretion within a politically sensitive environment 

-    Capacity to innovate and lead the delivery of creative and engaging learning activities

An attractive remuneration package will be offered to the successful applicant, which will include:

-    Flexible working arrangements

-    Uncapped personal leave

-    17% employer superannuation contributions

To be eligible for this role, applicants must have unrestricted work rights in Australia. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

Applications should include a cover letter of no more than two pages and resume addressing the selection criteria.

Applications should be submitted through SEEK by 11/09/26.

We thank those who previously applied for this position. As previous applications have already been considered, previous applicants need not reapply.

Unions Tasmania values diversity, equity and inclusion, and we are committed to building a team that reflects the communities and workplaces we work with. We welcome applications from people with a broad range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.