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Elisha O.

Kisumu, Kenya

$15/hr
4.9
32 jobs

EXPERTISE AND SKILLS -New product development -Recipe/formula review -Shelf life extension -Co-packer sourcing -Regulatory issues such as labellng and creating food/supplements facts panel COMPLETED PROJECTS Completed over 600 food and supplement formulation projects for USA, Canada, EU, Australia, Middle East, Africa, Asia, and Argentina markets. The following are select completed projects: (1) Reducing off-flavors in soy protein products (2) production of cannabinoid nanoemulsion (3) 45-days ambient shelf life donut (4) preventing browning in refrigerated ready-to-cook fresh potato chips (5) preventing browning in fresh-cut pre-packed vegetable salad (6) creating HACCP, SSOP and Recall Plans (7) yakult production (8) water kefir production (9) sea moss gel production (10) 50 strain probiotic supplement (11) electrolytes production (12) production of seitan jerky (13) production of sugar-based and sugar-free pectin, gelatin, strach and agar-agar gummies (14) production of ready-to-drink canned and bottled cocktail, vodka, whiskey, and rum based spirits (15) production of tapioca pearls and bobba (16) formulating sweetener and flavoring syrups and concentrates (17) formulating vegan milk powders (18) formulating weight loss and mass gainer products (19) production of 6-months shelf life muffins (20) production of canned iced coffee and tea (21) production of liquid aminos (22) production of salad dressings, mayonnaise and sauces (23) production of protein shake and powder (24) production of protein water (25) production of meat marinade and rub-on spice mix (26) production of toaster pastry (27) producing nerd gummy rope (28) production of chilli oil (29) producing protein gummies (30) Increasing shelf life of macarons and brownie (31) production of pasteurized egg yolk (32) production of drink bombs (33) production of slush concentrate (34) production of protein crisps (35) production of protein and granola bars (36) production of energy gel (37) production of protein cookie (38) supplements formulation - energy booster, energy drink, sleep, relaxing, nocturnal leg cramps, hangover relief, adaptogens, nootropic, pre-and-post work out protein products (39) noodle production (40) Infant feeding formula Stage 1 (0 - 6months old infants), 2 (6 - 12months old infants) and 3 (12 months and older infants)

  • Recipe Development
  • Product Formulation
  • Food & Supplements
  • Recipe Writing
  • Nutrition
  • Product Development
  • Food Engineering
  • Food Science
Kenneth M.

Nairobi, Kenya

$8/hr
4.1
2 jobs

Hi! I’m a reliable, tech-savvy, and creatively driven Virtual Assistant who helps entrepreneurs, coaches, and digital brands save time, stay organized, and grow with confidence. Welcome to my profile. For 2.5+ years, I’ve helped overwhelmed founders reclaim their time by handling back-end tasks (emails, data, CRM) while elevating their brands with pro designs. I'm a highly organized Virtual Assistant and creative Graphic Designer with over 2.5 years of experience in administrative support and visual content. I specialize in helping individuals and businesses thrive by handling tasks efficiently and delivering stunning results. I'm dedicated to providing reliable, high-quality support that helps you succeed. You can trust me to be your committed partner for all things admin and design. How I Can Support You: 🚀 Virtual Administrative Assistance Let me manage your daily operations so you can focus on growth. My services include: Email & Calendar Management: Keeping your schedule and inbox perfectly organized. Data Entry & Research: Accurate information handling and insightful online research. Document Preparation: Creating and formatting professional reports and presentations. Customer Support & Survey Design: Ensuring smooth client interactions and valuable insights. 🚀 Your Time-Saving VA Inbox zero in 48 hours (even with 500+ emails) CRM systems that cut follow-up time by 50% 🎨 Designs That Convert Social templates that double engagement (see portfolio) Logos clients remember after 1 glance." 🎨 Eye-Catching Graphic Design Need visuals that truly stand out? I create professional and engaging designs like: Social Media Graphics: Compelling posts, stories, and covers. Marketing Materials: Flyers, brochures, and advertisements. Logos & Presentations: Unique branding and impactful slides. ✍️ Content & Copywriting (By Request) I also offer clear and compelling writing for blog posts, website content, and product descriptions. Tools I'm Proficient With: I'm skilled in industry-standard tools for efficient and high-quality work: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Calendar, Gmail) Design Software (Canva, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator ) Communication & Project Management (Zoom, Slack, Trello, Asana) My Tech Stack for Flawless Execution: Canva Pro: Studio-quality social templates in 1 hour Trello/Asana: Transparent task tracking (no more micromanaging!) Adobe Photoshop: Photo edits & logos Ready to streamline your operations or enhance your visual presence? Let's chat ! 📩Click "Invite to Job" or "Message" to discuss how I can help you achieve your goals.

  • Virtual Assistance
  • Calendar Management
  • Email Management
  • Graphic Design
  • Creative Writing
  • Management Skills
  • Google Workspace
  • Data Entry
  • Google Docs
  • Customer Support
  • Community Management
  • Administrative Support
  • Canva
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Lead Generation
Ruth M.

Homa Bay, Kenya

$10/hr
4.0
1 jobs

I have a deep understanding of the Swahili and Kikuyu language. I can capture the essence of the source material and convey it in a way that is natural and fluent in the target language. In addition to my language skills, I am highly organized and professional. I understand the importance of deadlines and strive to deliver accurate, high-quality translations in a timely manner. I am also a strong communicator and believe that effective communication is key to building successful working relationships.

  • Virtual Assistance
  • General Transcription
  • Translation
  • Audio Transcription
  • Administrative Support
  • Customer Support
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word
  • Google Docs
  • PDF Conversion
  • Document Conversion
  • Technical Translation
  • English
  • Transcription Timestamping
  • English to Swahili Translation
Granvile K.

Nairobi, Kenya

$10/hr
4.1
18 jobs

I am a seasoned Writer and have been in this role for the past five years. I enjoy writing and am willing to take on most tasks which in turn offers me a diverse range of work. In addition to academic and information/article writing, I can undertake academic research when needed. I have completed my education to Post Graduate level - with my specialism being English. Now as a Secondary School teacher I am well versed in the current educational requirements so can offer valuable proofreading and marking services. In addition to being a writer, I also happen to be a statistician. I have an undergraduate degree in applied statistics. Hence, I possess high research and analytical skills. I have experience working as a data analyst. I have a vast experience of writing CV's and personal statements and can provide covering letters. I am also fully competent in creating web copy, product descriptions, marketing and advertising your products. I have a flair for writing engaging and informative articles and blog posts.

  • Research Papers
  • Article Writing
  • Blog Writing
  • R
  • Data Science
  • Statistical Computing
  • Content Writing
  • Data Analysis
  • SEO Writing
  • Proofreading
Newton M.

Nairobi, Kenya

$50/hr
5.0
5 jobs

Writing compelling grant proposals for your Nonprofit Organization or business is my profession with over 10 years of experience. I will work with you to research on most appropriate grant funding institutions; Federal and State Funding Agencies (USAID, CIDA, UNDP, EU, GIZ, DANIDA, JICA), Foundations, and Philanthropists in the USA, Canada, Europe, Japan, and rest of world. I have raised over U S$ 10m in my grant fundraising profession focusing on community development, education, health, youth, and women empowerment, religion-based programs, agriculture, business, and personal grants.,

  • Environment
  • Blog Content
  • Nonprofit Organization
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Proposal Writing
  • Agriculture & Forestry
  • Request for Proposal
  • Business Development
  • Grant Research & Prospect List
  • Community Development
  • Content Development
  • Letter of Support
  • Prospect List
  • Business Proposal
  • Grant Writing
  • Funding Needs Assessment
  • Grant Application
  • Fundraising
  • Project Proposal
  • Donor Relations

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