Pashto / Dari Linguists CAT I

Valiant Integrated Services; Doha; On-site; QAR 182,000 - 255,000; Full time

Job summary

A global service provider in Doha is seeking Pashto / Dari linguists to provide translation and interpretation services as part of the Afghan Relocation Effort Program. The ideal candidate must be a US citizen, fluent in Pashto / Dari, and have at least 3 years of experience in translation or interpretation. This role is crucial for assisting Afghan refugees and collaborating with US officials.

Qualifications

• US Citizen with fluency in Pashto / Dari.
• 3 years of experience in translation or interpretation.
• Typing speed of at least 35 words per minute.

Responsibilities

• Provide translation and interpretation services for Afghan refugees.
• Assist US Department of State and military officials.

Skills

Fluent in Pashto / Dari

Basic computer and typing skills

Ability to make informed decisions

Job description

Position Description

Valiant Integrated Services is actively seeking Pashto / Dari linguists to assist with the Department of State's Afghan Relocation Effort Program (CARE) Camp As Sayliyah (CAS) Translator / Linguist Program (CAST / L).

Responsibilities

• As a linguist, you will be providing translation and interpretation services for Afghan refugees, as well as for the US Department of State and military officials.

Minimum Qualifications

• US Citizen
• Fluent in Pashto / Dari
• Score at least a 3 / 3 / 3 / 3 speaking, listening, reading, and writing (SLRW)
• 3 years of experience in translation, and / or interpretation
• Willing and able to deploy to Qatar
• Ability to function as a professional team member, making informed, accurate, and timely decisions as needed
• Possess basic computer and typing skills (Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to type a minimum of 35 words per minute

Desired Qualifications

• Secret or higher security clearance
• Prior experience working with refugees
• Experience in the medical field; strong knowledge of medical terminology
• Prior experience working for the Department of State