Gaelic Development Officer (360G-BNG-2324_3005)

The University of Aberdeen is applying for the Gaelic Plans Fund for funding for the continuation of the Gaelic Language Development Officer role – the postholder commenced her role in February 2023 following agreement from Bòrd na Gàidhlig. The post holder would continue to be based within the Organisational Development team and “hot desk” in the School of Language, Literature, Music and Visual Culture. Additionally, the role will involve working closely with a number of other departments including External Relations, Planning and the School of Education. The Gaelic Language Development Officer has already made tremendous efforts towards coordinating the progress of the commitments within our Gaelic Language Plan. Through continuation of this position, the University would be able to continue to support the learning, use and awareness of the Gaelic language through Gaelic awareness and language classes, bilingual press releases, social media posts, and collaboration with other Gaelic Development Officers. The University is keen to maintain the momentum and energy created by the role.Further to discussions with Bòrd na Gàidhlig, the University is also applying for additional funding to support key projects the Gaelic Language Development Officer will be responsible for delivering. This would drive the progression of the professional translation of appropriate sections of the University prospectus and a number of webpages. The additional funding would also be used to deliver targeted awareness training to the University Court and organise a workshop and a public reception for the ‘Seinn Spioradail’ exhibition planned in January 2025.