Somalia Cultural Advisors

The Joint Special Operations Task Force - Somalia (JSOTF-SOM) is seeking three Cultural/Political Advisors to maintain contact with members of the Federal Government of Somalia, as well as civic and tribal leaders at regional and local levels of government. The selected contractor will provide Somali to English and English to Somali linguist capabilities and advise JSOTF-SOM Leadership in communication concerning culture, politics, and operations between the Government of Somalia. The contractor will work primarily in Mogadishu, Somalia, and may be required to travel to other locations within Somalia, Djibouti, and Kenya. The contract requires a TOP SECRET/SENSITIVE COMPARTMENTED INFORMATION (TS/SCI) security clearance and access to classified information. Key responsibilities include: • Serving as Somali Cultural/Political Advisors to JSOTF-SOM • Advising JSOTF-SOM Senior Leadership during interactions with the Federal Government of Somalia • Facilitating Somali to English and English to Somali language interpretation and translations • Developing a thorough understanding of all Title 10 USC Section 127e matters in accordance with applicable Department of Defense and United States Joint Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) directives and policies • Applying knowledge of U.S. military operations/policy and Somali culture/politics on a daily basis • Collaborating with United States and Somali Government personnel to research and support the preparation of reporting products associated with JSOTF-SOM Headquarters