The joint union-industry body, the Homeworkers Code of Practice (HWCP) Committee, aims to end exploitation in Australia’s textile, clothing and footwear industry by encouraging retailers and manufacturers to sign and become accredited to a code of practice and by encouraging consumers to buy ethical Australian TCF products through its promotion of the ‘No Sweat Shop’ label.

The Committee is currently recruiting four positions:

• The HWCP Program Officers will provide information and assistance to companies wanting to participate, document supply chains, and assist with the public promotion of the ‘No Sweat Shop’ label. (Full time, 1 x in Melbourne, 1 x in Sydney)

• The Administrative Officer will be responsible for administration and maintenance of all data management systems as well providing support to the HWCP project team. (Full time, Melbourne.)

• The Finance Officer will be responsible for the organisation’s financial management and reporting. (Part time – 0.4, Melbourne)

Further information and full position descriptions can be found online at:
http://www.nosweatshoplabel.com/news.asp

Submissions close Friday 8 August 2008