Global Impact Group LLC
Mandinka Over the Phone Interpreter
Global Impact Group LLC, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601
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 provide secure, high-quality language solutions in 80+ spoken and signed languages for USCIS and other federal agencies. We are seeking Mandinka Over-the-Phone Interpreters (OPI) to support our USCIS contract. Mandinka, a Mande language spoken in Gambia, Senegal, Guinea, and West African diaspora communities, is a rare but high-priority language often required in asylum and immigration interviews. Responsibilities
Provide real-time Mandinka-English telephonic interpretation for USCIS officers, applicants, and stakeholders. Interpret accurately, neutrally, and with cultural sensitivity in asylum and immigration contexts. Maintain confidentiality in line with USCIS/DHS interpreter standards. Support both scheduled assignments and urgent/surge interpretation needs. Participate in training, compliance refreshers, and quality assurance reviews. Qualifications
Native or near-native fluency in Mandinka and English. 2+ years of professional interpreting experience (immigration, asylum, NGO, legal, or government strongly preferred). Strong knowledge of interpreter ethics, confidentiality, and impartiality. Cultural familiarity with Mandinka-speaking communities in West Africa. Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident eligible for Tier 3/Tier 5 federal clearance. Compensation & Benefits
Competitive pay: $30–38/hour (rare-language premium). Remote work using secure USCIS-approved platforms. Paid onboarding and professional development. Consistent workload under a federal contract. Opportunities for advancement in quality assurance or linguist leadership. How to Apply
Submit the following: Resume / CV highlighting Mandinka interpreting experience. Any certifications (community, NGO, medical, or court interpreting credentials preferred). Availability for full-time or contractor roles. Apply at: careers@globallanguagesystem.com Subject line: Mandinka OPI Interpreter Application – USCIS Contract This is a remote position.
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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 provide secure, high-quality language solutions in 80+ spoken and signed languages for USCIS and other federal agencies. We are seeking Mandinka Over-the-Phone Interpreters (OPI) to support our USCIS contract. Mandinka, a Mande language spoken in Gambia, Senegal, Guinea, and West African diaspora communities, is a rare but high-priority language often required in asylum and immigration interviews. Responsibilities
Provide real-time Mandinka-English telephonic interpretation for USCIS officers, applicants, and stakeholders. Interpret accurately, neutrally, and with cultural sensitivity in asylum and immigration contexts. Maintain confidentiality in line with USCIS/DHS interpreter standards. Support both scheduled assignments and urgent/surge interpretation needs. Participate in training, compliance refreshers, and quality assurance reviews. Qualifications
Native or near-native fluency in Mandinka and English. 2+ years of professional interpreting experience (immigration, asylum, NGO, legal, or government strongly preferred). Strong knowledge of interpreter ethics, confidentiality, and impartiality. Cultural familiarity with Mandinka-speaking communities in West Africa. Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident eligible for Tier 3/Tier 5 federal clearance. Compensation & Benefits
Competitive pay: $30–38/hour (rare-language premium). Remote work using secure USCIS-approved platforms. Paid onboarding and professional development. Consistent workload under a federal contract. Opportunities for advancement in quality assurance or linguist leadership. How to Apply
Submit the following: Resume / CV highlighting Mandinka interpreting experience. Any certifications (community, NGO, medical, or court interpreting credentials preferred). Availability for full-time or contractor roles. Apply at: careers@globallanguagesystem.com Subject line: Mandinka OPI Interpreter Application – USCIS Contract This is a remote position.
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