Sarah Roberts – Victorian Division Secretary

Since 2022, when Ruth, Joo-Cheong and I were elected on a platform of delivering better workplaces, our team has driven unprecedented membership growth and secured new Collective Agreements at five universities, which has greatly improved staff working conditions. 

Ruth’s leadership during our successful 2023 Statewide Strike and our bargaining campaign showed her commitment to fighting job cuts, wage stagnation, and heavy workloads. Her efforts have empowered us, leading to significant pay increases and better job security.

Ruth is a strong advocate for professional staff, especially those in 'third space' roles, ensuring job security, access to professional development, and career progression. She’s committed to fixing the broken governance in universities and amplifying our voices.

Ruth also focuses on mental health at work and has campaigned hard for better protections. Her dedication to enhancing women's voices and ensuring an inclusive union is inspiring. 

I know Ruth to be a highly empathetic person of integrity, with a proven track record making her the best candidate for Assistant Secretary (Professional Staff). 

Let’s support Ruth Jelley for re-election to keep building on our successes and striving for even better workplaces.