Cultural Advisor at Atlas Advisors

Language

Location: Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
Type: Full-time
Level: mid
Posted: Jul 14, 2026

Summary from listing

Atlas Advisors, LLC is seeking experienced Cultural Advisors to support the U.S. Air Force at Al Dhafra Air Base in the United Arab Emirates. The role advises U.S. military personnel on Emirati culture and regional considerations, provides Arabic-English interpretation and translation, supports leader engagements and multinational coordination, and assists with administrative and host-nation coordination across multiple functional areas. One selected candidate will also serve as the Cultural Advisor Site Lead, supervising and coordinating the Cultural Advisor team. The position is full-time, on-site, and contingent on contract award.

Required Skills

Arabic
English
Interpretation
Translation
Relationship building
ILR Level 3+
Team supervision

Additional Information

Required Previous Experiences: Experience providing interpretation, translation, cultural advisory, liaison, or host nation engagement support
At least one year of supervisory experience in a professional office environment
At least two years of cumulative experience in cross-cultural training or briefings within an operational military environment
Experience serving as a cultural advisor supporting military operations
Experience serving as a liaison or mediator between the U.S. Government or Department of Defense and a foreign government or military
Experience providing interpretation with language translation and cultural context for U.S. Government or Department of Defense operations
Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience supporting the U.S. Department of Defense or other U.S. Government organizations
Experience working with the United Arab Emirates or other Gulf Cooperation Council nations
Experience supporting multinational military operations or international partnerships
Familiarity with military staff processes and host nation engagement
Experience coordinating with foreign government agencies or military organizations