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At ITA International, we ’ re a tech-enabled professional services company. Headquartered in Newport News, Virginia, we leverage subject matter expertise, data analytics and technology to challenge boundaries and transform possibilities. Overview

At ITA International, we ’ re a tech-enabled professional services company. Headquartered in Newport News, Virginia, we leverage subject matter expertise, data analytics and technology to challenge boundaries and transform possibilities.

With a global presence and a passionate team of over 200 ITAers, we ’ re driven by mission success for our customers, “ In The Arena. ” Our expertise spans Operations, Training, Engineering, Nanotechnology, Statistics, Machine Learning and Software Engineering – enabling data and tech-enabled solutions that deliver real value.

Join our impactful journey at ITA International. As Theodore Roosevelt said, “ The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena. ” We ’ re here, standing beside our customers , ready to serve and succeed.

ITA is seeking a Malayalam/Tamil Linguist to join the team in Qatar.

Responsibilities

The selected candidate will provide high-quality language services in Malayalam and Tamil, including transcription, translation, and interpretation. These services are essential for accurate and complete communication from various sources, ensuring that the original meaning and intent are preserved across all tasks.

Services Overview

Translation: You will be responsible for translating aural, video recordings, and other multimedia materials from Malayalam or Tamil into English, maintaining the integrity and intent of the original content. This role requires acute listening skills, a deep understanding of both the source and target languages, and the ability to write clearly in English. Transcription: Your main task will involve transcribing audio and video content in Malayalam or Tamil, ensuring that the transcription is accurate, clear, and reflects the intended meaning of the original message. Proficiency in both the source language and English is crucial, as is the ability to interpret the content's context and nuances effectively. Interpretation: Rapid recruitment and positioning to meet user needs for live interpretation and translation/transcription services will be a regular duty. This requires agility, precision, and a high level of linguistic competency in both Malayalam and Tamil.

The candidate must also be prepared to undergo periodic re-verification of language skills as mandated by the Government. This includes testing at the start of task performance and annually thereafter to ensure language competencies remain at the required level of proficiency.

Qualifications

Passport Requirement: Candidates must possess a valid passport. All passport-related expenses are the responsibility of the individual. Physical Examination: Candidates are required to pass a comprehensive physical examination, including assessments of medical history, height, weight, blood pressure, HIV antibody testing, and a chest X-ray. Candidates must be free from communicable diseases and in general good health. Vision must be correctable to 20/30 (Snellen) with binocular vision and free of color blindness. Hearing should allow for ordinary conversation at 15 feet with either ear, with or without a hearing aid. Physical Capability: Candidates must be physically capable of performing all duties, functions, and activities as outlined in the Performance Work Statement (PWS). Security and Health Compliance: Adherence to all specified security requirements is mandatory. This includes CENTCOM clearance and all necessary training, immunizations, and medical evaluations. Candidates must meet Category II (CAT II, SECRET) security clearance. Language Proficiency: Candidates must demonstrate mastery of English and the Specified Contract Required Language(s) (SCRL). This includes a minimum Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) level three (3) proficiency in their SCRL. Interpreters must understand and speak both the SCRL and English fluently, accurately convey and match the meaning of the source language, and be familiar with the cultural contexts and specialized terminologies of both languages. They must also observe protocols and master the modes applicable to various settings.

Benefit And Compensation Transparency

ITA International proudly complies with all federal and state benefit and pay transparency laws. Employees of ITA can expect a robust benefit package, including:

Medical, dental and vision plans Life Insurance Short Term Disability insurance (where applicable) Voluntary ancillary benefit options 401k retirement benefits with employer matching contributions

Application and Employment at ITA International

ITA International is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), ITA International would like to ensure that your application process goes as smoothly as possible. If you would like to preview the physical requirements for this position, or if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a currently open position with ITA, please contact us by phone at or email us at Seniority level

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Valiant is seeking skilled Linguists to provide interpretation, transcription, and translation services to support ongoing and new operations and mission requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct accurate and consecutive translation, transcription, and interpretation of Russian into English.
• Translate various syntax and expressions to include colloquial and slang phrases from English to Russian 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.

Position Requirements:

• Must have proficiency in Russian and English speaking and writing Level 3 / 3 of Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) - Native proficiency preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of Russian culture with previous work in the region - Native familiarity preferred.
• Experience interpreting and translating Russian 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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Valiant is seeking skilled Linguists to provide interpretation, transcription, and translation services to support ongoing and new operations and mission requirements. Responsibilities: Conduct accurate and consecutive translation, transcription, and interpretation of Russian into English. Translate various syntax and expressions to include colloquial and slang phrases from English to Russian 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. Position Requirements: Must have proficiency in Russian and English speaking and writing Level 3 / 3 of Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) - Native proficiency preferred. Extensive knowledge of Russian culture with previous work in the region - Native familiarity preferred. Experience interpreting and translating Russian 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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Amentum is seeking linguists with excellent English skills to grow our talented and diverse team globally towards our mission’s success. We are looking for dedicated linguist professionals in a variety of languages/dialects to support our intelligence community customer OCONUS. Linguists will support U.S. military operations in Qatar as Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) in an assigned area of responsibility. Linguists will contribute an assortment of language services and will be responsible for providing cultural perspective and understanding of the region's historical, political, sociological, and economic trends to select members of the senior leadership staff.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Provide operational contract linguist support for military operations and interpret during interviews, meeting, and conferences
• Transcribe and analyze verbal communications
• Scan, research, and analyze foreign language documents for key information
• Supply a variety of translation and interpretation services for Russian
  
  

Job Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must possess excellent command of Russian & English verbal skills; Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) proficiency level 3 in target language and proficiency level ILR 3 in English based on oral and written language skills examination
• Must hold a current U.S. passport. (Or apply as soon as accepted into the program).
• Must possess an active TS/SCI clearance for access to classified information.
• Must be willing to work in Qatar
• Must be willing to work shifts and extended hours in support of 24 x 7 operations.
• Must have familiarity with and ability to conduct oneself in accordance with the local culture and customs.
• Must undergo medical examination
  
  

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Persian Farsi Linguist (CAT II and CAT III) - (PF L947)

Job Title: Persian Farsi Linguist (CAT II and CAT III)

Location: Outside Continental United States - , NC 28301 US
Qatar, QA (Primary)

Job Type: Regular, Full-time

Category: Job Description

WorldWide Language Resources (WorldWide) was established in 1995 to provide U.S. and allied governments, corporations, non-profits and non-governmental organizations with highly skilled linguists, cultural experts, role players, intelligence analysts and other professionals. We support a wide range of operational missions and environments globally, from executive boardrooms in major international cities to austere mission areas. Our core business is language support services.

You may be assigned to a specific country but understand due to mission requirements you may be temporarily or indefinitely assigned to a neighboring country.

Must be ready, willing and able to change day-to-day work/tasks as the mission requirements at the assigned location may be fluid with lots of movement and change.

Ability to think quickly and deal with issues that may arise professionally, timely and appropriately.

Typing ability, basic computer skills, use of Windows, MS Word and MS Excel.

Conduct oneself in accordance with the local culture and customs.

Ability to function effectively and efficiently during extended periods of high pressure and stress.

All Linguists may be required to go on missions (outside the wire) and be physically fit to perform these duties.

Read, write, listen and speak with clear, concise grammar and pronunciation in the required foreign language(s) and English. Provide language or dialect specific translations using correct structure of sentences in the required language and English. Conduct consecutive, accurate translations and interpretations of on-going conversations and activities. Position may include, but is not limited to: DOCEX, VERBAL TRANSLATION, AUDIO TRANSLATION, TRAIN/SUSTAIN OPERATIONS.

Position requires all employees to be available to work any hours and any days depending on mission requirements.

Work and living conditions may be in extreme, austere, harsh conditions and is deployed to inherent overseas country(ies) that may be possible war zones and have considerable risk as part of the assignment.

Phased Hiring Process : once pre-screening begins for an open opportunity, you must pass/obtain/maintain…

1. Successful reference, criminal and credit screening results
2. U.S. citizen, active Secret or Top Secret level personnel security clearance
3. Passing of read/write/listen/speak evaluations for the required language(s), may take multiple evaluations pre- and post-employment
4. Vetting by our client(s) which could include a polygraph test, as applicable
5. Qualified per USCENTCOM requirements to deploy as a contractor accompanying the force
6. Appropriate country clearance/visa, as applicable or required

Languages Required: Persian Farsi

Clearance: Active - Secret or Top Secret

To be eligible for consideration, you must apply for a currently open position and properly complete all steps of the process to be considered. Individuals who do not timely and properly satisfy these requirements are not considered. Unsolicited resumes (i.e., resumes for positions not currently open) are not considered.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the online application system process due to your disability, please contact the WorldWide Language Resources Recruiting or Human Resources departments at to request assistance. WorldWide Language Resources provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability to enable them to effectively participate in the application process, as required by law.

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Persian Farsi Linguist (CAT II and CAT III) - (PF L947)

Job Title:

Persian Farsi Linguist (CAT II and CAT III) Location:

Outside Continental United States - , NC 28301 US Qatar, QA (Primary) Job Type:

Regular, Full-time Category:

Job Description WorldWide Language Resources (WorldWide) was established in 1995 to provide U.S. and allied governments, corporations, non-profits and non-governmental organizations with highly skilled linguists, cultural experts, role players, intelligence analysts and other professionals. We support a wide range of operational missions and environments globally, from executive boardrooms in major international cities to austere mission areas. Our core business is language support services. You may be assigned to a specific country but understand due to mission requirements you may be temporarily or indefinitely assigned to a neighboring country. Must be ready, willing and able to change day-to-day work/tasks as the mission requirements at the assigned location may be fluid with lots of movement and change. Ability to think quickly and deal with issues that may arise professionally, timely and appropriately. Typing ability, basic computer skills, use of Windows, MS Word and MS Excel. Conduct oneself in accordance with the local culture and customs. Ability to function effectively and efficiently during extended periods of high pressure and stress. All Linguists may be required to go on missions (outside the wire) and be physically fit to perform these duties. Read, write, listen and speak with clear, concise grammar and pronunciation in the required foreign language(s) and English. Provide language or dialect specific translations using correct structure of sentences in the required language and English. Conduct consecutive, accurate translations and interpretations of on-going conversations and activities. Position may include, but is not limited to: DOCEX, VERBAL TRANSLATION, AUDIO TRANSLATION, TRAIN/SUSTAIN OPERATIONS. Position requires all employees to be available to work any hours and any days depending on mission requirements. Work and living conditions may be in extreme, austere, harsh conditions and is deployed to inherent overseas country(ies) that may be possible war zones and have considerable risk as part of the assignment. Phased Hiring Process : once pre-screening begins for an open opportunity, you must pass/obtain/maintain… Successful reference, criminal and credit screening results U.S. citizen, active Secret or Top Secret level personnel security clearance Passing of read/write/listen/speak evaluations for the required language(s), may take multiple evaluations pre- and post-employment Vetting by our client(s) which could include a polygraph test, as applicable Qualified per USCENTCOM requirements to deploy as a contractor accompanying the force Appropriate country clearance/visa, as applicable or required Languages Required:

Persian Farsi Clearance:

Active - Secret or Top Secret To be eligible for consideration, you must apply for a currently open position and properly complete all steps of the process to be considered. Individuals who do not timely and properly satisfy these requirements are not considered. Unsolicited resumes (i.e., resumes for positions not currently open) are not considered. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the online application system process due to your disability, please contact the WorldWide Language Resources Recruiting or Human Resources departments at to request assistance. WorldWide Language Resources provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability to enable them to effectively participate in the application process, as required by law.

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The Role
Performing a range of specialized tasks that require expertise and proficiency in the principles and foundations of work related to linguistic editing and proofreading of translated texts, book projects, memos, news materials, and other content, ensuring linguistic accuracy prior to printing, release, or publication.

Requirements
• Education: Bachelor's Degree • Years of Experience: 9 - 12 years

About the company
The Civil Service and Government Development Bureau was established on October 19, 2021. The role of the Bureau is to strengthen the workforce capabilities and capacity, and promote transformation of the Government of Qatar.