The incumbent is responsible to provides written translation from Dari / Pashto into English and from English into Dari/Pashto of broadcast and print media reports, Washington files articles, electronic jounal articles, speeches and other U.S government materials. Edits the translated Dari and Pashto texts. Works closely with the Information Specialist to review daily media outputs and products such as daily media summaries. Routinely demonstrates mastery of complex terminology in order to trasmit both meaning and tone correctly. As needed, translates correspondence covering other Public Affairs Section functions, including information, library, cultural, educational/exchanges and administrative.
Duties also include, to supports the range of mission media events by providing oral translations from English to Dari/Pashto or from Dari/Pashto to English. Media events supported include but are not limited to press conferences, interviews, roundtable discussions and digital videoconferences. Prepares transcriptions of such events in English, Dari or Pashto as needed. As directed, attends Public Affairs related meetings, appointments and other events to provide interpretation and other duties as assigned.
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