Cultural and Political Advisor, Cleared; CAT III Somalia

Columbus, United States | Posted on 02/01/2024

Atlas Advisors, LLC (ATLAS) is seeking Somali linguists with a TS/SCI security clearance to advise and assist the Senior Leadership of the Joint Special Operations Task Force - Somalia (JSOTF-SOM). You will facilitate language interpretation and translation during key engagements with the Federal Government of Somalia (FGS). Additionally, you will apply knowledge of U.S. military operations and policies to develop an understanding of campaign plans and military objectives to provide analysis and advice on best practices.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• TS/SCI security clearance
• Excellent command of English and Somali (2+ minimum, 3+ desired)
• Three (3) years of cultural advisory experience in Somalia
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the geopolitical situation in the Horn of Africa
• Willing to deploy to the AFRICOM AOR
• Ability to complete all US Government required pre-deployment medical and psychological screening
• Able to live and work in austere and harsh environments
• Able to manage stressful situations and function at a high level for extended periods
• Possess basic computer and typing skills (Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• Bachelor's degree or higher
• 5 years of experience as a linguist and cultural advisor
• Prior experience working with U.S. SOF elements
• Prior experience with U.S. military leaders in a deployed environment
• Native of Somalia

• Serve as Somali Cultural/Political Advisors to JSOTF-SOM
• Advise/assist JSOTF-SOM Senior Leadership during interactions with the FGS
• Facilitate Somali-to-English and English-to-Somali language interpretation and translations
• Apply knowledge of U.S military operations/policy and Somali culture/politics daily
• Scan, research, and analyze foreign language documents for key information
• Collaborate with United States and Somali Government personnel to research and support the preparation of reporting products associated with JSOTF-SOM Headquarters
• Develop a thorough understanding of JSOTF-SOM campaign plans and military objectives
• Utilize knowledge to identify, evaluate, provide analysis, and advise on best practices
• Analyze the needs and assist in defining opportunities for improvement as they relate to JSOTF-SOM's ongoing interactions with the FGS

Fluent in both Somali and English.
• Score at least a 2+/2+/2+ speaking, reading, and writing (SRW) scores in Somali
• Score at least a 2+/2+/2+ speaking, reading, and writing (SRW) in English

Atlas Advisors, LLC (ATLAS) is a HUBZone, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) that consistently delivers innovative solutions to address the complex challenges of our global clientele through a focused variety of niche consulting and specialized personnel services.