English PEN’s Writers in Translation Programme pursues this vision with the support of Arts Council England, awarding grants for translation to publishers. Over the past ten years, Writers in Translation has been at the centre of creating a thriving network of translators, publishers, editors and writers, and is a key partner of the annual International Translation Day and the Literary Translation Centre at London Book Fair. Since the programme began awarding grants it has supported some of the world’s greatest writers: facilitating authors’ visits to the UK, building new audiences for international literature, and establishing translated literature in the literary mainstream. The Translation and International Literature Manager oversees the grant programme, working with publishers to ensure that their titles reach the widest possible audience. English PEN celebrates its centenary in 2021 and the post holder will be involved in creating and delivering an exciting programme connecting writers internationally.
To oversee the development and delivery of the Writers in Translation Programme of English PEN, including the World Bookshelf and live events with publishers.
To communicate the programme’s work to publishers, translators, funders, English PEN members and the media, where appropriate.
To manage the Administration Assistant and freelance assessors. To be a key member of the English PEN staff team, collaborating on projects and events.
Managing PEN World Bookshelf and the corporate relationship with Foyles Bookshop.
English PEN is based at the Free Word Centre in Farringdon, London.
To apply please send your CV with a covering letter to vacancies@englishpen.org telling us about your experience that makes you suitable for this post and your interest in working for English PEN.