Tagalog Linguist CAT II: Field Translation & Interpreting

Valiant Integrated Services; Kuwait; On-site; KWD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Valiant Integrated Services seeks skilled Linguists to provide interpretation, transcription, and translation services to support ongoing and new U.S. operations and mission requirements in Kuwait. Responsibilities include translating Tagalog to English, interpreting slang, and advising on cultural context.

Qualifications require Tagalog and English proficiency, ILR 3/3, native familiarity with Tagalog culture, and U.S. citizenship with Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Tagalog and English at ILR 3/3; native proficiency preferred.
• Native familiarity with Tagalog culture and regional experience.
• Experience interpreting and translating Tagalog to English.
• Ability to understand standard dialects with minimal paraphrasing.
• Familiarity with local culture and customs to operate within the local populace of Kuwait.
• U.S. citizen; security clearance required: Secret.

Responsibilities

• Conduct accurate translation, transcription, and interpretation of Tagalog into English.
• Translate slang and expressions between English and Tagalog.
• Work and travel in austere environments.
• Advise on the cultural and ethnic significance of statements, conversations, and documents.
• Accurately scan, research, and analyze foreign language documents.
• Other related tasks as assigned.

Skills

Tagalog

English

Translation

Interpretation

Cultural awareness

Job description

Valiant Integrated Services seeks skilled Linguists to provide interpretation, transcription, and translation services to support ongoing and new U.S. operations and mission requirements in Kuwait. Responsibilities include translating Tagalog to English, interpreting slang, and advising on cultural context.

Qualifications require Tagalog and English proficiency, ILR 3/3, native familiarity with Tagalog culture, and U.S. citizenship with Secret clearance.