Welsh Language Translator / Cyfieithydd Cymraeg

BIG LOTTERY FUND; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK national funding organization is seeking a skilled translator to work in a hybrid capacity from Cardiff or Newtown. The ideal candidate must possess a degree in Welsh, have extensive experience in translation with a strong focus on accuracy and deadlines, and be fluent in both oral and written Welsh. This role offers an inclusive workplace that values diversity and aims to reflect the communities served by the organization.

Qualifications

• A degree in Welsh or a degree completed through the medium of Welsh.
• Experience of working as a translator, working accurately and meeting tight deadlines.
• Fluency in oral and written Welsh.
• Ability to proof-read documents to a high standard of accuracy in both Welsh and English.

Skills

Fluency in Welsh

Translation experience

Proofreading skills

Ability to meet deadlines

Education

Degree in Welsh

Job description

Interview details :

Interview date : To be Confirmed

Format : Virtual / In-Person

Location : Hybrid,Cardiffand / or Newtown offices

We have a hybrid approach to workingand this role can be basedinCardiff or Newtown, along with homeworking.

How to apply :

Upload your CV in word format and write a supporting statement (1000 words) with the following criteria, we will use this to score your application.

Essential criteria

• A degree in Welsh or a degree completed through the medium of Welsh.
• Experience of working as a translator, working accurately and meeting tight deadlines.
• Fluency in oral and written Welsh.
• Ability to proof-read documents to a high standard of accuracy in both Welsh and English.

Desirable criteria

• Ability to co-ordinate systems and processes and develop effective working relationships to enable collaboration across the Fund.
• A strong understanding of the importance of a bilingual brand across the communications mix.
• Membership of the Association of Welsh Translators and Interpreters or a willingness to work towards this aim.
• Awareness of the background and objectives of the current Welsh language requirements in terms of Legislation, Frameworks and Standards.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Communities in the UK come in all shapes and sizes. National Lottery funding is for everyone – therefore, we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and we work hard to ensure our funding reaches where it is needed.

We also believe our people should represent the communities, organisations and individuals we work with. That’s why The National Lottery Community Fund is committed to being an inclusive employer and a great place to work. We recognise and celebrate the fact that our people come from diverse backgrounds. We positively welcome applications from people from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities or longstanding health conditions, people who are LGBTQ+, and people from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as well as people of all ages.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we take a proactive approach in making reasonable adjustments, if needed, throughout the recruitment process and during employment. (This can be related to a physical and mental health condition).