International Officer – Communications, Campaigns & Policy

About this job

UNISON, the UK’s largest trade union, needs a new International Officer to formulate and develop policy and campaigns in specialist areas of international work; provide support, guidance, information and advice to appropriate lay member structures, other departments, service groups, self-organised groups, regions and branches; and represent the union to outside organisations, including governmental and political agencies in the UK and abroad.

A sound knowledge of the international trade union movement, foreign and development policy and a good understanding of UNISON’s aims, objectives and international campaigns and work are vitally important. The post holder will work under the guidance and support of the Head of International Relations.

How to apply

To apply for this opportunity, please download and complete the General application form (under “Documents”) and the job description and person specification (under “Documents”) quoting reference: CCP/40 on your application form.  

Please note that only the general application form will be accepted.    

Completed application forms must be returned by e-mail to UNISON HR Recruitment return email: hrrecruitment@unison.co.uk.  

Please save your documents with your full name, the job title and region/department you are applying for.

The closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday 27th February 2026  

The interview dates are due to be held on Wednesday 18th March 2026.

About UNISON

UNISON is the UK’s leading public services trade union, with over 1.3 million members working in the public sector, private, voluntary and community sectors and in the energy services. We employ approximately 1,200 staff, with around 370 at our national centre in Euston in central London and the remainder in our 12 regions across the UK, including Northern Ireland.

UNISON is a dynamic, progressive union, committed to equality. We encourage men and women of all ages, Black and minority ethnic groups, disabled people, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people to work with us.