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KACE

Linguist - (Somali)

Ashburn, VA · Hybrid

$35/hr

Our Linguists perform real-time and/or recorded transcription from Somali to English in support of ... Minimum one (1) year of translation experience in the required language. * Knowledge of Somali ...

KACE

Linguist - (Somali)

El Paso, TX · Hybrid

$35/hr

Our Linguists perform real-time and/or recorded transcription from Somali to English in support of ... Minimum one (1) year of translation experience in the required language. * Knowledge of Somali ...

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What is an assistant English Somali translation?

Assistant English Somali Translators are professionals or support staff who help translate written or spoken materials from English to Somali and vice versa. They assist in ensuring accurate communication between English and Somali speakers, often working under the supervision of more experienced translators or as part of a translation team. Their duties might include translating documents, interpreting conversations, and helping with localization efforts for businesses, educational institutions, or government agencies. Attention to cultural context and language nuances is important in this role to ensure clarity and accuracy.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant English Somali translation?

To excel as an Assistant English Somali Translator, you need fluency in both English and Somali, a strong grasp of grammar and syntax, and relevant educational background or translation training. Familiarity with translation software such as SDL Trados or MemoQ, and sometimes certification from recognized translation bodies, is often required. Excellent attention to detail, cultural sensitivity, and effective communication skills distinguish top performers in this role. These abilities are vital to ensure accurate, contextually appropriate translations that facilitate clear understanding across languages.

What are some common challenges faced by assistant English Somali translation in their daily work?

Assistant English Somali Translators often encounter challenges such as dealing with idiomatic expressions that do not have direct equivalents in Somali, ensuring accuracy when handling specialized terminology, and managing tight deadlines for translation projects. Additionally, they may need to adapt to different dialects or regional variations in both languages while maintaining the intended meaning and tone. Collaboration with senior translators or subject matter experts is common to resolve ambiguities and deliver high-quality translations.

What is the difference between Assistant English Somali Translation vs Translator?

AspectAssistant English Somali TranslationTranslator
CredentialsBasic language proficiency, possibly some certificationAdvanced language skills, certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentSupport roles, assisting senior translators or projectsIndependent or team-based translation projects
Industry UsageCommon in organizations needing support for translation tasksUsed across industries for official and professional translation

The main difference is that an Assistant English Somali Translation provides support and assistance in translation tasks, often working under supervision, while a Translator independently produces accurate, polished translations. Both roles require strong language skills, but the Translator typically has more experience and certification, handling more complex projects.

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Somali Linguist CAT III

Augusta, ME • On-site

Valiant Integrated Services
Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing • 5 - 10K employees

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

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Job description

Valiant is seeking skilled CAT III Somali Linguists to provide interpretation and translation services in support of ongoing and new U.S operations and mission requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

  • Provide foreign language support services, including transcription and translation/interpretation (comprising idiomatic translations of non-technical material using correct syntax and expression from English to Somali or vice versa) services in support of military interrogations, intelligence collection, and other operational missions.
  • Provide any and all cultural and ethnic context of translations, interpretations, and transcriptions with an expert linguist's opinion given to the supported organization or agency as to the most likely meaning/intent of terms, phrases, or statements that may have multiple valid interpretations.
  • Perform document exploitation, scan, research, and analyze foreign language documents and intercepted data for key information; and must be able to supplement interpretations and translations with information pertinent and specific to professional fields such as medicine, scientific, engineering, legal, etc. and identify and extract information components meeting military information requirement list criteria as well as provide input to reports.
  • Native proficiency preferred, not required.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Valiant Integrated Services is an employer who hires in accordance with applicable state and federal law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in compliance with those laws.

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • Must have at minimum (2) years' experience of interpretation / translation
  • Interagency Language Round Table (ILR) level 3 in both Target Language and English. Native proficiency preferred, not required.
  • Must have document exploitation skills
  • Must have in-depth geo-political knowledge
  • Must be computer literate
  • Able to understand the essentials of all speech in a standard dialect and to follow accurately the essentials of conversations between educated native speakers, understand radio broadcasts, news stories similar to wire service reports, oral reports, some oral technical reports and public addresses on non-technical subjects.
  • Able to produce idiomatic translations of non-technical material using correct syntax and expression from English to target language and vice versa.
  • Able to interpret/translate using colloquial and slang words and phrases.
  • Able to conduct consecutive and accurate translations, transcription, and interpretation of on-going conversations/activities and intelligence activities to/from target language.
  • Able to accurately provide the cultural and ethnic context of translations and interpretations and provide advice on the cultural and ethnic significance of statements, conversations, situations, documents, etc.
  • Able to accurately perform document exploitation (scan, research, and analyze foreign language documents for intelligence information and identify/extract information components meeting military information requirement list criteria.

Security Requirements

  • Must have at minimum, an ACTIVE TOP SECRET security clearance with the ability to obtain an SCI
  • Must be able to pass a polygraph and a CI Focus Interview
  • U.S. Citizenship

Physical Requirements:

  • Physical requirements may include, but are not limited to, lifting, ascending, and descending stairs, climbing, extended sitting or standing, to various degrees.

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