Kurdish Linguist – Interpretation - Travel
Core
Provide consecutive translation and interpretation between Kurdish (Sorani or Kurmanji) and English in travel-based settings including conferences, meetings, and conflict zones.
Role type
Travel linguist (interpreter)
Builds
Real-time interpretation services for client teams in various operational environments
Domain
Defense and government services, national security missions
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Kurdish (Sorani or Kurmanji) native/near-native fluency, English fluency, consecutive interpretation, cultural expertise, report gist/summarization, Microsoft Office proficiency, typing speed (45 wpm)
Preferred skills
TS/SCI clearance with polygraph, expertise in counter-proliferation/counter-terrorism/cyber/military/narcotics, media monitoring experience, linguistics/international affairs degree, US intelligence/military/law enforcement experience
Technologies
Microsoft Office, SharePoint
Responsibilities
Read, write, and speak Kurdish at fluent/native level; Provide consecutive translation/interpretation between Kurdish and English; Gist, summarize, and transcribe Kurdish materials; Leverage cultural and domain knowledge for high-quality translations; Maintain passport and medical clearance; Work in CONUS, OCONUS, and war/conflict zones
Seniority
Mid-level specialist (3+ years experience)