Remote Kinyarwanda Translator for DOJ Legal LSS

Yorktown Systems Group; Washington; Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A defense contracting firm seeks a qualified Kinyarwanda Translator to support the Department of Justice with translation and interpretation of sensitive legal documents. This part-time role requires at least two years of translation experience and proficiency in English and Kinyarwanda. Candidates must have lived in the U.S. for three of the last five years and possess relevant legal vocabulary. The position is partly remote and involves strict confidentiality measures.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in translation.
• ILR 3 minimum or equivalent on language/translation tests.
• Must have lived 3 of the last 5 years in the U.S.
• At least 1 year of experience with law enforcement or legal department.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Fluent writing in native language with professional command of non-native language.
• Abide by relevant code of linguist ethics.

Responsibilities

• Support the DOJ with Translation, Interpretation, Transcription.
• Translate legal documents and multimedia content.
• Ensure confidentiality and strict control of sensitive material.

Skills

Translation experience

Legal vocabulary

Proficiency in English and Kinyarwanda

Research and analytical skills

Computer-Assisted Translation (CAT) tools

Tools

SDL Trados Studio

Job description

A defense contracting firm seeks a qualified Kinyarwanda Translator to support the Department of Justice with translation and interpretation of sensitive legal documents. This part-time role requires at least two years of translation experience and proficiency in English and Kinyarwanda. Candidates must have lived in the U.S. for three of the last five years and possess relevant legal vocabulary. The position is partly remote and involves strict confidentiality measures.