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INTERNAL JOB - This vacancy is only available to Newport City Council employees and Agency Workers currently engaged with the Council

To apply you must have an Employee Self Service (ESS) account. If you do not have one please contact trent.helpdesk@newport.gov.uk with your employee reference, name and job title.

Post No. POSN004340 - Welsh Language Policy Officer



Are you passionate about the Welsh Language? Then, we have an exciting opportunity for a Welsh Language Policy Officer. In this role, you will lead the promotion of the use of the Welsh language in Newport, both within Newport City Council and local communities.



Working as part of the Council's Policy and Partnership Team, you will work with the Senior Equalities Officer to engage with stakeholders, including staff at all levels, elected Members, partners and the public, to ensure commitment to the Welsh Language Strategy, compliance with the Welsh Language Standards and the delivery of a bilingual public service.



As part of our team, you will support the Council's implementation of the Welsh Language Standards, working with the equalities team and Policy and Partnership Manager to research, design, implement, and evaluate projects that assist with the delivery of Newport City Council's Welsh Language strategy and provide expertise to the organisation.



Candidates will have detailed knowledge of Welsh language and Equalities legislation, including the Welsh Language (Wales) Measure 2011 and Equality Act 2010, along with a working knowledge of the Well-Being of Future Generations Act.



The post holder will support all Council departments, including education staff, along with community groups and projects to promote the use of Welsh across the City, so experience of engagement and partnership with various stakeholders is essential.



The closing date for all applications is Sunday, the 28th of December. Interviews are expected to take place in the week commencing the 5th of January.



For an informal discussion about the role, contact: donald.mutale@newport.gov.uk



We welcome applications for all our jobs in either Welsh or English. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.



Newport City Council is committed to working towards its workforce being more representative of our population. We particularly welcome applications from people from minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people and people who identify as LGBTQ+ as part of our commitment to address under-representation across all levels of the organisation.



We welcome applications for all our jobs in either Welsh or English. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.



Newport City Council is committed to working towards its workforce being more representative of the population that we serve and particularly welcomes applications from people from minority ethnic communities represented (or living) in the city. Selection will be made on ability and skills to undertake the role.



Newport City Council is not currently supporting applicants with sponsorship for right to work. In applying for a vacancy, applicants should already have the right to work in the UK.

Our values - Fairness for all, Making a difference, Being responsible, Working together

Ein Gwerthoedd - Tegwch i Bawb, Gwneud Gwahaniaeth, Bod yn Gyfrifol, Gweithio gyda'n gilydd