Somali Linguist CAT II

Valiant Integrated Services; Manama; On-site; AED 220,000 - 294,000; Full time

Job summary

A global service provider is seeking skilled Linguists to provide interpretation, transcription, and translation services. Candidates must be proficient in Somali and English and have extensive knowledge of Somali culture. The role requires the ability to work in challenging environments and includes responsibilities such as translating various phrases, analyzing foreign documents, and advising on cultural significance. All applicants must be U.S. citizens and eligible for security clearance.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Somali and English speaking and writing at ILR Level 3/3.
• Extensive knowledge of Somali culture with previous work in the region.
• Experience interpreting and translating Somali into English.

Responsibilities

• Conduct accurate translation, transcription, and interpretation in Somali and English.
• Translate syntax and expressions from English to Somali and vice versa.
• Provide advice on cultural significance of statements and documents.

Skills

Proficiency in Somali and English

Knowledge of Somali culture

Experience in interpretation and translation

Ability to understand standard dialect speech

Familiarity with local customs

Job description

Valiant is seeking skilled Linguists to provide interpretation, transcription, and translation services in support of ongoing and new U.S. operations and mission requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct accurate and consecutive translation, transcription, and interpretation in Somali into English
• Translate various syntax and expressions, including colloquial and slang phrases, from English to Somali and vice versa
• Work and travel in austere environments
• Provide advice on cultural and ethnic significance of statements, conversations, situations, and documents
• Accurately scan, research, and analyze foreign language documents
• Other related tasks as assigned

Valiant Integrated Services is an employer who hires in accordance with applicable state and federal law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in compliance with those laws.

Minimum qualifications:

• Proficiency in Somali and English speaking and writing at ILR Level 3/3; native proficiency preferred
• Extensive knowledge of Somali culture with previous work in the region; native familiarity preferred
• Experience interpreting and translating Somali into English
• Ability to understand all speech in standard dialect with minimal paraphrasing or explanation
• Familiarity with local culture and customs, with the ability to operate within the local populace
• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Security Clearance: SECRET

Additional requirements:

• Possession of the required Personnel Security Clearance (PSC) or eligibility to obtain it
• Medical and dental examinations to certify fitness for duty, including immunizations as required for the area of operation
• Sufficient unaided hearing to perform duties safely; SPRINT or equivalent testing if necessary
• Ability to work under stressful circumstances and meet short deadlines
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds unassisted
• No medical restrictions preventing the performance of duties or use of PPE
• Capability to work in extreme temperatures, low humidity, rain, and dusty conditions
• Flexibility to work on irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Proper lifting techniques and PPE usage during material handling
• Ability to stand, stoop, crawl, and climb as needed, using proper techniques and PPE