Position Description
Valiant is seeking skilled Linguists to provide interpretation, transcription, and translation services to support ongoing and new operations and mission requirements in Europe.
Responsibilities :
- Conduct accurate and consecutive translation, transcription, and interpretation from Ukrainian into English
- Translate various syntax and expressions to include colloquial and slang phrases from English Ukrainian 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 a proficiency in Ukrainian and English speaking and writing Level 3 / 3 of Common European Framework (CEF)-Native proficiency preferredExtensive knowledge of Ukrainian culture with previous work in the region-Native familiarity preferredExperience interpreting and translating Ukrainian into EnglishAbility to understand the essentials of all speech in standard dialect and vocabulary, rarely requiring the need for paraphrasing or explanationFamiliarity with the local culture and customs with the ability to operate within the local populace