Fulani Over the Phone Interpreter

Global Impact Group LLC

1d•$28 - $35•Remote

About The Position

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 solutions in more than 80 spoken and signed languages for USCIS and other federal agencies. We are seeking Fulani (also known as Fula, Fulfulde, or Pulaar) Over-the-Phone Interpreters (OPI) to support our USCIS contract. Fulani is a rare West African language, widely spoken across multiple countries, and is often required for asylum and immigration proceedings.

Requirements

Native or near-native fluency in Fulani (Fula / Fulfulde / Pulaar) and English.
2+ years of professional interpreting experience (immigration, community, legal, or government preferred).
Strong knowledge of interpreter ethics, confidentiality, and cultural awareness.
Excellent telephone communication skills; ability to remain accurate under pressure.
Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident eligible for Tier 3/Tier 5 federal clearance.

Nice To Haves

Certifications (court, medical, community interpreting credentials preferred).

Responsibilities

Provide real-time Fulani ↔ English telephonic interpretation for USCIS interviews, hearings, and official proceedings.
Interpret accurately, neutrally, and professionally in immigration and legal contexts.
Maintain strict confidentiality in line with USCIS/DHS interpreter standards.
Handle both scheduled and urgent/surge interpretation requests.
Participate in training, compliance refreshers, and quality assurance reviews.