Tamil & Hindi Linguist CAT II — Secret Clearance

Valiant Integrated Services; Kuwait; On-site; KWD 18,417 - 24,556; Full time

Job summary

A defense contracting company is seeking skilled Linguists to provide interpretation, transcription, and translation services for U.S. operations in Kuwait. Responsibilities include translating various phrases from English to Tamil/Hindi and vice versa, ensuring accuracy in interpretation, and working in austere environments. Ideal candidates should have native proficiency in Tamil/Hindi and English and be familiar with local customs. A U.S. citizenship and security clearance are required for this role.

Qualifications

• Must have a proficiency in Tamil/Hindi and English speaking and writing Level 3/3.
• Extensive knowledge of Tamil/Hindi culture with previous work in the region.
• Experience interpreting and translating Tamil/Hindi into English.

Responsibilities

• Conduct accurate and consecutive translation, transcription, and interpretation in Tamil/Hindi.
• Translate colloquial and slang phrases from English to Tamil/Hindi and vice versa.
• Provide advice on cultural and ethnic significance of conversations and documents.

Skills

Proficiency in Tamil/Hindi

Interpretation and translation

Cultural knowledge of Tamil/Hindi

Ability to work in austere environments

Job description

A defense contracting company is seeking skilled Linguists to provide interpretation, transcription, and translation services for U.S. operations in Kuwait. Responsibilities include translating various phrases from English to Tamil/Hindi and vice versa, ensuring accuracy in interpretation, and working in austere environments. Ideal candidates should have native proficiency in Tamil/Hindi and English and be familiar with local customs. A U.S. citizenship and security clearance are required for this role.