Luganda/Swahili Translators
Company: Leidos
Location: Cabin John
Posted on: November 19, 2023
Job Description:
Description Leidos is currently seeking experienced and highly
qualified Ganda/Luganda and another foreign language
TranslatorsRequired languages: Luganda/Ganda PLUS another foreign
language, preferably Swahili The linguist will perform a full range
of activities in processing materials or participating in
situations requiring a general professional capability as follows:
Translation:
- Can accurately translate reports/texts in electronic and
hardcopy formats that not only contain facts but also some abstract
language showing an ability to capture intended implications and
many nuances.
- Can generally capture geopolitical, regional, ethnic, and
cultural elements in text. Word choice and expression generally
adhere to target language (TL) norms and means of expression
specific to subject field (s) and are strong enough to allow
translator to operate successively in that field. Interpretation:
- Able to interpret accurately. Normally consecutive
interpretation is needed, but on rare occasions simultaneous
interpretation may be requested
- Has good understanding of one or more regional dialects.
Transcription:
- Reviews audio or internet materials, transcribes with high
degree of accuracy and expression.
- Must possess excellent English-language written communication
skills for preparing reports.
- Has good understanding of one or more regional dialects.
Gisting/Summarizing:
- Is able to identify and accurately summarize factual points as
well as abstract concepts.
- Can triage documentation to isolate pertinent and nuanced
info.
- Master use of reference materials. Must possess computer
skills; including MS Office, to be able to produce written
translations and products and sufficient internet skills that will
allow basic research on the Web.
- Must possess excellent English-language verbal communication
skills for giving briefings.Security Clearance & Training
Requirements:
- Attending and passing all sponsor related training is a
requirement of employment
- No clearance is required to apply to the job.
- After passing the required tests, we will sponsor and upgrade
your security clearance.
- TS/SCI with polygraph is required. Linguists cannot begin work
on contract without a fully adjudicated security clearance.
Education Requirements: BA degree and 4-8 years of prior relevant
experience or Masters with 2-6 years of prior relevant experience.
Additional years of experience may be substituted in lieu of a
degree Language Testing Requirements: All candidates will be
required to take and pass the language tests administered by Leidos
or an accepted commercial testing vendor. Desired Skills:
- Experience deployed as a linguist supporting contingency
operations,
- Knowledge of U.S. Intelligence Community, military,
cryptologic, law enforcement experience
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in
Target and English,
- Linguists who are proficient in multiple languages are strongly
desired. Guidelines on Residence/Travel: Travel OCONUS is a
REQUIREMENT under this program unless otherwise specified.
Candidate must be able to support the contract 24/7 when on travel.
Pay Range: Pay Range $66,300.00 - $119,850.00 The Leidos pay range
for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee
of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in
extending an offer include (but are not limited to)
responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge,
skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with
market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other
law.
Keywords: Leidos, Washington DC , Luganda/Swahili Translators, Other , Cabin John, DC
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