Lead Cultural Advisor in Qatar

Description:

JTG is seeking Lead Cultural Advisors with a current TS clearance and SCI eligibility.

Lead Cultural Advisors provide essential advisory, interpretation, translation, and coordination services in Qatar. This role directly supports DoD activities and facilitates effective communication between U.S. forces and Qatar agencies.

Clearance: U.S. Top Secret security clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) eligibility.
Languages: Arabic, English
Location: Qatar, up to 15 days of travel required monthly
Status: Full-time (average 55 hours per week)
 

Responsibilities:

• Provide specific Middle Eastern cultural advice and overall Arabic cultural advice, training and support pertaining to customs and courtesies.
• Interact between AFCENT/CC, senior political, and military officials throughout the CENTCOM AOR.
• Provide interface with senior host government officials, including support to AFCENT/CC and Key Leader Engagements.
• Serve as a cultural advisor, expediter, translator, and coordinator, adapting to changes in leadership and personnel.
• Interface with host government officials on issues related to facility use, manpower, resources, and administrative requirements.
• Facilitate procurement of passports, visas, driver’s licenses, and other necessary documentation for personnel.
• Coordinate with local law enforcement and customs authorities to expedite movements and resolve incidents involving DoD personnel.
• Support the resolution of claims against the United States under the guidance of legal authorities.
• Conduct accurate oral and written translations between English and Arabic, ensuring clarity and precision in communications.
• Provide cultural advisement to enhance understanding and interactions between US personnel and Qatari counterparts.
• Develop and deliver cultural training sessions to improve mission effectiveness and promote positive relations.
• Assist in general office administration tasks, including report writing and administrative duties as required.
• Be on-call 24/7 as needed to support the mission.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a cultural advisor in Qatar or similar GCC countries.
• 5 years of experience as an English/Arabic translator and interpreter in an Arabic-speaking environment.
• 3 years of experience supporting U.S. Government operations in a contingency setting.
• Proficiency in Modern Standard Arabic at ILR Level 3+ or equivalent.
• Proficiency in English at ILR Level 3+ or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of Qatari culture, customs, laws, and local protocols.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and handle high-pressure situations effectively.
• Proficient in computer applications in both English and Arabic.
• U.S. Top Secret security clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) eligibility.
• Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

This position reports to the Program Manager.

Founded in 1995, JTG is an Employee-Owned Company that is specialized in language services, training, and analytics. JTG is an Equal Opportunity Employer.