Urdu Linguist CAT II

Valiant Integrated Services; Kuwait; On-site; KWD 18,334 - 24,446; Full time

Job summary

A key service provider for U.S. operations is seeking a skilled Linguist in Kuwait to provide interpretation, transcription, and translation services. The ideal candidate will have proficiency in Urdu and English, an extensive knowledge of Urdu culture, and experience in interpretation. Responsibilities include conducting translations and providing cultural advice, with potential for working in austere environments.

Qualifications

• Must have proficiency in Urdu and English speaking and writing Level 3/3 of ILR.
• Native familiarity with Urdu culture and customs preferred.
• Experience interpreting and translating Urdu into English required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct accurate and consecutive translation, transcription, and interpretation.
• Translate various syntax and expressions between Urdu and English.
• Provide advice on cultural and ethnic significance of statements.

Skills

Proficiency in Urdu and English

Extensive knowledge of Urdu culture

Ability to operate within the local populace

Job description

Overview

Valiant Integrated Services 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 Urdu into English
• Translate various syntax and expressions to include colloquial and slang phrases from English to Urdu 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

Position Requirements

• Must have a proficiency in Urdu and English speaking and writing Level 3/3 of ILR - Native proficiency preferred
• Extensive knowledge of Urdu culture with previous work in the region - Native familiarity preferred
• Experience interpreting and translating Urdu into English
• Ability to understand the essentials of all speech in standard dialect and vocabulary rarely requiring paraphrasing or explanation
• Familiarity with 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 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 ensure no imminent dental issues, and must be vaccinated according to immunizations for the Area of Operation or be able to receive required immunizations prior to deployment.
• Must have sufficient unaided hearing to perform duties safely, hear alarms unaided, and hear instructions without lip reading. If not, SPRINT or equivalent testing is required with an approved waiver per 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 restrictions that prevent the performance of required duties or the wearing of PPE.
• Must be physically capable of working in extreme temperatures, low humidity, rain and blowing sand and dust.
• May be required to work irregular hours, extended hours, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Employees shall utilize proper lifting procedures for all lifting tasks as assigned.
• Must be able to stand, stoop, crawl and climb as necessary to perform job functions with proper PPE.

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