Arabic-Iraqi Linguist CAT II
Full time
at Valiant Integrated Services, LLC
in
Kuwait
Posted on March 28, 2024
Job details
Valiant is seeking skilled Linguists to provide interpretation, transcription, and translation services to support ongoing and new U.S. operations and mission requirements. Responsibilities:
- Conduct accurate and consecutive translation, transcription, and interpretation Arabic-Iraqi into English
- Translate various syntax and expressions to include colloquial and slang phrases from English Arabic-Iraqi and vice versa
- Work and travel in austere environments
- Provide advice on the cultural and ethnic significance of statements, conversations, situations, and documents
- Accurately scan, research, and analyze foreign language documents
- Other related tasks as assigned
- Must have a proficiency in Arabic-Iraqi and English speaking and writing Level 3/3 of Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR)-Native proficiency preferred
- Extensive knowledge of Arabic-Iraqi culture with previous work in the region-Native familiarity preferred
- Experience interpreting and translating Arabic-Iraqi into English
- Ability to understand the essentials of all speech in standard dialect and vocabulary, rarely requiring the need for paraphrasing or explanation
- Familiarity with the local culture and customs with the ability to operate within the local populace
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