Dean for the Welsh Language

Internal applicants only

An opportunity has arisen to lead, develop and deliver on a key strategic priority for the University: the Welsh language strategy and its related activities.

Accountable to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, the roleholder will work closely with the Academi Gymraeg Manager and Coleg Cymraeg Branch Officer, as well as the Senior Compliance Advisor and Welsh Language Officer who sit in the University Secretariat. They will provide leadership across the institution to ensure a unified approach to achieving the objectives set out in the institution’s Welsh Language Strategy.

The successful applicant will work with colleagues across all parts of the University to ensure that the Welsh language is an integral part of our culture and activities.

The role

The role is open to any academic member of staff with appropriate experience and skills who can provide dedicated academic leadership for the development and delivery of this key strategic priority.

Applicants should have a strong history of supporting/working in the Welsh language, including a working understanding of related current policies and procedures. The role requires pro-activity and strong teamwork, and applicants should have demonstrable experience of academic leadership with the ability to think strategically and engender a shared vision.

The role is available at 0.6FTE and fixed term for three years, with the possibility of an extension for a further 3 years. The role holder will receive an annual one-off non-pensionable allowance of £4,500. The start date will be 01 November 2024.

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How to apply

To apply, please enclose a short CV (no longer than five sides of A4) and covering letter (no more than two sides) addressing the following under clear headings:

• your vision for the role in the next three years, including a clear sense of priorities/objectives and plans for achieving them
• how you would build effective working relationships across the University, in support of the role’s objectives
• how your skills, expertise, experience and your personal characteristics equip you to make a positive contribution in the role
• the personal characteristics that make you suited to undertake the role

Written applications should be submitted by 5pm on Wednesday 15 May to Rhian Perridge, HR Manager, by emailing Rhian Perridge on PerridgeR@cardiff.ac.uk.

The date for the panel interviews (including short presentations) will be confirmed ASAP.