Hindi/Urdu Linguist CAT II

Valiant Integrated Services; Manama; On-site; BHD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A global service provider in Bahrain is looking for skilled Linguists to provide interpretation, transcription, and translation services for U.S. operations. Candidates must have native proficiency in Hindi and Urdu and extensive cultural knowledge. The role requires working in challenging environments and meeting short deadlines. A U.S. citizenship and a Secret security clearance are mandatory.

Qualifications

• Must possess Level 3/3 proficiency in Hindi, Urdu, and English.
• Extensive knowledge of Hindi and Urdu culture required.
• Experience required in interpreting and translating these languages.

Responsibilities

• Conduct accurate translation and interpretation of Hindi and Urdu into English.
• Provide advice on cultural significance in communications.
• Work and travel in austere environments.

Skills

Proficiency in Hindi

Proficiency in Urdu

Proficiency in English

Cultural knowledge of Hindi and Urdu

Experience in interpretation and translation

Ability to work under stress

Job description

Overview

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 of Hindi and Urdu into English
• Translate various syntax and expressions to include colloquial and slang phrases from English, Hindi, Urdu, 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 a proficiency in Hindi, Urdu, and English speaking and writing Level 3/3 of Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) - Native proficiency preferred
• Extensive knowledge of Hindi and Urdu culture with previous work in the region, Native familiarity preferred
• Experience interpreting and translating Hindi and Urdu 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: Secret

Additional Requirements

• Required Personnel Security Clearance (PSC) - The selected candidate must be in possession of the necessary level of Personnel Security Clearance (PSC) as specified in the job descriptions or eligible to qualify for same.
• Fit for Duty - The selected candidate must undergo an extensive medical examination to be certified medically fit for duty in the work assignment location. The candidate must also undergo a dental examination to be certified that there are no foreseen eminent dental issues, and must be vaccinated according to the required immunizations for the Area of Operation or be willing to receive the required immunizations prior to deployment.
• Must have sufficient unaided hearing to perform duties safely, hear and wake up to emergency alarms unaided, and hear instructions in the absence of visual cues. If an applicant does not meet this requirement, Speech Recognition in Noise Test (SPRINT) or equivalent testing is required with an approved waiver pursuant to CENTCOM MOD 17, Section 15, TAB A.
• Must be able to work under stressful circumstances and meet short suspense dates
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds unassisted
• Must be free of medical restriction/limitations that prevent the performance of required duties and/or prevent the wearing and utilization of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Must be physically capable of performing the work in conditions of extreme temperatures, low humidity, rain and blowing sand and dust
• May be required to work on uncommon hours of duty, extended hours, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Employees shall utilize all proper lifting procedures and practices associated with all lifting and material handling tasks that are assigned and associated with this job description
• Must be able to stand, stoop, crawl and climb as necessary to perform job functions using proper techniques and PPE for extended periods unassisted

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