Afghan Advisor

Leonie, an international, woman-owned strategic communication company specializing in reaching target audiences in challenging locations with global media solutions including region-specific research and planning, worldwide media production and distribution, digital media and creative services, and cultural advisory services has immediate openings for qualified Afghan Advisor candidates for international assignments.

We are looking for native Afghan individuals fluent in Pashto and/or Dari, who possess a demonstrated, intimate, firsthand understanding of Southwest Asian culture and Afghan society in particular, acquired by personal experience or professional study.   

Individuals must be able to liaise effectively with U.S. and Afghan government officials and persons at all levels of Afghan society.  Applicants need to be supportive of and committed to the U.S. and ISAF mission in Afghanistan. 

 The successful candidates will have the following qualifications:

·         BS/BA (or international equivalent) advanced degree preferred

·         Minimum of 5+ years professional level work experience preferred 

·         Fluent in Pashto and/or Dari, 3/3 or better in language proficiency in written translation in both target and English languages

·         Strategic Communications  experience is a plus

·         Must also be capable of using a Pashto and/or Dari keyboard in conjunction with their duties

·         Possess excellent writing skill sets, in English, Pashto and/or Dari, and other applicable Afghan languages or dialects spoken where assigned

·         Willing and able to conduct real-time, accurate and concise oral interpretations of conversations

·         Be able and willing to translate documents as necessary

·         Must be willing to work field assignments as necessary

Candidates must hold an active Interim Secret clearance or above.

Candidates must be able to provide proof of experience and level of experience; which would include education and time in country.

The successful candidates will be provided with competitive compensation and comprehensive employer-paid benefits as well as a generous leave policy.

To be considered for these exciting opportunities, please forward your resume and cover letter outlining your experience and salary expectations to careers@leoindus.comPlease note in the Subject line “Afghan Advisor” and if you have any strategic communications experience please note in the Subject line “Afghan Advisor.”

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Leonie Industries, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V.