Somali + Swahili + Maay Linguist CAT III
Valiant Integrated Services
Località del lavoro
Djibouti
Stato di occupazione
Tempo pieno
Dettagli del lavoro
Security Clearance
Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI)
Regular/Temporary
Regular
Position Description
Valiant is seeking skilled Linguists to provide interpretation, transcription, and translation services to support ongoing and new U.S. operations and mission requirements.
Responsibilities:
• Conduct accurate and consecutive translation, transcription, and interpretation from Somali into English
• Translate various syntax and expressions to include colloquial and slang phrases from English, Somali , and vice versa
• Work and travel in austere environments
• Provide advice on the cultural and ethnic significance of statements, conversations, situations, and documents
• Accurately scan, research, and analyze foreign language documents
• Other related tasks as assigned
Position Requirements
• Must have proficiency in Somali and English speaking and writing Level 3/3 of Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR)-Native ability preferred
• Extensive knowledge of S Somali culture with previous work in the region-Native familiarity preferred
• Experience interpreting and translating Somali into English
• Ability to understand the essentials of all speech in standard dialect and vocabulary, rarely requiring the need for paraphrasing or explanation
• Familiarity with the local culture and customs with the ability to operate within the local populace
• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Clearance Required: TS/SCI
• Language skills in Swahili and Maay is desired but not required.
• Important note: the Government requires proof of COVID-19 vaccination for this program before deploying. Therefore, a requirement of this position is the ability to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination Req. 22-3701
