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Cultural Advisor; CA - U.S. Citizen

Job in Abu Dhabi, UAE/Dubai
Listing for: Swan Global
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-01
Job specializations:
  • Government
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 120000 - 200000 AED Yearly AED 120000.00 200000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Cultural Advisor (CA) - U.S. Citizen (required)

Primary Responsibilities Cultural Advisory & Liaison

  • Advise U.S. military leadership on UAE / Host Nation culture, customs, laws, and protocols
  • Facilitate effective communication and relationship-building with UAE military and government counterparts
  • Support key leader engagements (KLEs), official meetings, and joint activities
Translation & Interpretation
  • Provide accurate Arabic–English interpretation, translation, and transcription (oral and written)
  • Translate official correspondence, reports, agreements, and operational documents
  • Support meetings, site visits, negotiations, and emergency coordination
Operational Support
  • Support immigration, emigration, sponsorship, and base access coordination
  • Assist contracting, logistics, medical, airfield operations, engineering, and public affairs units
  • Coordinate with Host Nation entities including military, police, hospitals, and ministries
  • Provide cultural briefs and institutional knowledge transfer to incoming U.S. personnel
Emergency & Crisis Response
  • Respond to emergencies within 2 hours
  • Respond to crisis situations within 20 minutes (24 /
    7)
  • Support real-time coordination during medical emergencies, security incidents, and high-level engagements
Mandatory Qualifications (Non-Negotiable) Citizenship & Clearance
  • U.S. Citizen (required)
  • Active DoD SECRET security clearance (interim not accepted)
Language Proficiency
  • Modern Standard Arabic – ILR Level 3+
  • English – ILR Level 3+
  • (Verified via DLPT or equivalent assessment)
Documentation
  • Valid U.S. Passport
  • Valid U.S. Drivers License
  • International Drivers Permit
  • Ability to obtain UAE residency / work visa
Background Requirements
  • No felony convictions
  • No pending criminal charges
  • No alcohol-related arrests within the past 5 years
  • No history of violence or moral turpitude
  • No involvement in extremist or hate-based organizations
  • Eligible for Host Nation base access approval
Experience Requirements
  • Demonstrated experience as a Cultural Advisor, Interpreter, Linguist, or similar role
  • Strong understanding of Middle East / Gulf region culture
  • Experience supporting military, diplomatic, or government environments preferred
  • Ability to operate effectively under pressure in high-tempo operational environments
Physical & Medical Requirements
  • Ability to meet OCONUS deployment medical standards
  • Ability to work extended hours during emergencies or crises
  • Ability to operate in austere or high-stress environments
Professional Conduct
  • Maintain professional appearance and culturally appropriate attire
  • Adhere to U.S. Air Force, CENTCOM, and Host Nation regulations
  • Maintain strict confidentiality and information security standards
Leadership Cultural Advisor (Additional Requirement – If Assigned)
  • Minimum 2 years Cultural Advisor or Interpreter experience
  • Minimum 1 year supervisory experience
  • Responsible for scheduling, coordination, and reporting across the CA team
  • Provide weekly updates and monthly performance reports to U.S. Government leadership
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