Kirundi 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 80+ spoken and signed languages for USCIS and other federal agencies. We are seeking Kirundi Over-the-Phone Interpreters (OPI) to support our USCIS contract. Kirundi, a Bantu language spoken in Burundi and neighboring countries (Tanzania, DR Congo, Rwanda), is a rare but important East African language often needed for asylum and immigration cases. Responsibilities Provide real-time Kirundi ↔ English telephonic interpretation for USCIS interviews, hearings, and asylum proceedings. Interpret with accuracy, neutrality, and professionalism in sensitive immigration and legal contexts. Maintain confidentiality and comply with USCIS/DHS interpreter ethics standards. Handle both scheduled assignments and urgent/surge interpretation requests. Participate in compliance training, QA audits, and professional development. Qualifications Native or near-native fluency in Kirundi and English (knowledge of Kinyarwanda is a plus, as they are closely related). 2+ years of professional interpreting experience (immigration, asylum, legal, NGO, medical, or community preferred). Strong understanding of interpreter ethics, confidentiality, and impartiality. Cultural familiarity with Burundian and East African contexts. Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident eligible for Tier 3/Tier 5 federal clearance. Compensation & Benefits Competitive pay: $28–35/hour (rare-language premium). Remote work through secure USCIS-approved platforms. Paid training and professional development. Consistent workload under a federal contract. Advancement opportunities in quality assurance or linguist leadership. How to Apply Submit the following: Resume / CV highlighting Kirundi interpreting experience. Certifications (community, court, medical, NGO interpreting credentials preferred). Availability for full-time or contractor assignments. Apply at: [email protected] Subject line: Kirundi OPI Interpreter Application – USCIS Contract This is a remote position. Compensation: $28.00 - $35.00 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.