Chief Language Practitioner: Isizulu at PanSALB

Minimum Requirements:

•  Applicants must be in possession of a 3 year National Diploma or B-degree (NQF level 6/7) in Languages (or equivalent qualification) with translation, Interpreting, status language planning, lexicography, terminology, coupled with 3 to 5 years’ experience as a Language Practitioner.
• A postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage. 3-5 years’ experience working on Language matters, including Linguistic Human Rights.
• Sound knowledge of the Language Legislation, Monitoring and Evaluation System. Knowledge of Research, Policy Development and the PanSALB Act. A good command of at least three (3) official languages of the relevant Province. A valid Code 08 drivers’ license and preparedness to work under pressure and travel extensively.

Key Performance Areas: 

• The successful incumbent will be expected to perform amongst others but not limited to the following tasks and responsibilities: Coordination of structures meetings for creating conditions for language use and development. Develop and update databases and records of approved products and services by PanSALB.
• Arrange and co-ordinate language promotion awareness workshops. Create awareness on the importance of translation and interpreting services. Assist in developing guidelines, policies and frameworks. Carry out language research programmes. Carry out Linguistic Human Rights programmes.
• Development and implementation of Linguistic Human Rights monitoring tools. Language promotion media coverage / reports. Use radio interviews on language matters. Hosting events promoting multilingualism/ Mother Tongue. Establish partnerships with stakeholders.
• Develop a stakeholder database. Ensure proper functioning of established reading clubs. Carry out administrative support services in the province.