Job Description
Job Description
Benefits :
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
About Us
Global Impact Group LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and ISO 9001 / ISO 17100 certified provider of interpretation and translation services. We deliver secure, high-quality language solutions in 80+ spoken and signed languages for USCIS and other federal agencies.
We are seeking Soninke Over-the-Phone Interpreters (OPI) to support our USCIS contract. Soninke, also known as Maraka or Sarakole, is a Mande language spoken in Mali, Senegal, Mauritania, Ivory Coast, and Gambia, and is a rare but important language often required for asylum and immigration proceedings.
Responsibilities
Provide real-time Soninke English telephonic interpretation for USCIS officers, applicants, and stakeholders.Interpret with accuracy, impartiality, and professionalism in immigration, legal, and asylum contexts.Maintain confidentiality under USCIS / DHS interpreter standards.Manage both scheduled assignments and urgent / surge calls.Participate in training, compliance refreshers, and QA audits.Qualifications
Native or near-native fluency in Soninke and English.2+ years of professional interpreting experience (immigration, asylum, NGO, community, or government strongly preferred).Strong cultural knowledge of West African Soninke-speaking communities.Familiarity with interpreter ethics, confidentiality, and impartiality standards.Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident eligible for Tier 3 / Tier 5 clearance.Compensation & Benefits
Competitive pay : $3038 / hour (rare-language premium).Remote work through secure USCIS-approved systems.Paid training and professional development.Steady workload under a federal contract.Opportunities for advancement in quality assurance or linguist leadership.How to Apply
Submit :
Resume / CV highlighting Soninke interpreting experience.Any certifications (community, NGO, court, or medical interpreting credentials preferred).Availability for full-time or contractor roles.Apply at : careers@globallanguagesystem.com
Subject line : Soninke OPI Interpreter Application USCIS Contract
This is a remote position.