Bambara Over the Phone Interpreter

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 access in more than 80 spoken and signed languages for USCIS and other federal agencies. We are seeking Bambara Over-the-Phone Interpreters (OPI) to support our USCIS contract. Bambara, a Mande language widely spoken in Mali and across West Africa, is a rare but critical language often needed in asylum and immigration interviews. Responsibilities Provide real-time Bambara ↔ English telephonic interpretation for USCIS officers, applicants, and stakeholders. Interpret accurately, neutrally, and professionally in immigration, asylum, and legal contexts. Adhere to USCIS/DHS interpreter ethics and confidentiality standards. Handle both scheduled assignments and urgent/surge interpretation requests. Participate in training, compliance refreshers, and quality assurance reviews. Qualifications Native or near-native fluency in Bambara and English. 2+ years of professional interpreting experience (immigration, asylum, community, NGO, or government preferred). Strong knowledge of interpreter ethics, confidentiality, and cultural awareness. Excellent communication skills and ability to remain accurate under pressure. 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 with 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 Bambara interpreting experience. Any certifications (community, NGO, court, or medical interpreting credentials preferred). Availability for full-time or contractor assignments. Apply at: [email protected] Subject line: Bambara OPI Interpreter Application – USCIS Contract This is a remote position. Compensation: $30.00 - $38.00 per hour We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Global Impact Group LLC is a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Minority-Owned enterprise based in Raleigh, North Carolina, providing innovative and quality-driven solutions in Staffing , Language Services , Consulting , Janitorial , and Employment Placement . As an ISO 9001 and ISO 17100 certified firm, we serve government, healthcare, education, and corporate clients with excellence, efficiency, and cultural competence. Our mission is to deliver tailored services that empower individuals, strengthen organizations, and create lasting impact in the communities we serve.