We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Newport to assist with the appointment of a Welsh Language Translation Officer, on a 3-month contract, highly likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.
Rate of Pay: £15.85 - £20.69 per hour
Summary:
The Welsh Language Translation Officer will provide advice and guidance to staff, Members and stakeholders, deliver translation and proofreading services, and promote the use of the Welsh language across the organisation and local communities. The role will also contribute to policy development, cultural change, and the delivery of the Councils Welsh Language Strategy.
Responsibilities
* Provide translation and proofreading services for Council documents.
* Deliver verbal translation services as required.
* Support the implementation and monitoring of the Welsh Language Standards.
* Assist in managing Welsh-medium files, project records, and correspondence.
* Provide guidance to Officers on producing bilingual documents in line with Welsh Language Standards.
* Maintain and update the Councils Welsh Language website and social media channels with bilingual content.
Qualification:
* A relevant degree or equivalent qualification/experience
Essentials:
* Strong knowledge of Welsh language and Equalities legislation, including the Welsh Language (Wales)
* Proven experience providing Welsh language translation services.
* Experience of stakeholder engagement and partnership working.
* Fluent communication skills in Welsh and English (written and verbal).
* Ability to present and communicate ideas effectively to diverse audiences.
Please note:
* You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice.
* You should have right to work in U.K
* This role requires an Enhanced DBS
Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary, though opening assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.
Important: We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service.
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