I have been designing databases using Microsoft Access, SQL, C#,, VB and VBA for the past 20 years and can create, customise or amend any Access or SQL/ MySQL database as well as develop front-end applications in .NET or Access. I have developed many databases for such a variety of industries.
I have expert knowledge of Excel, Access and Word, including VBA. I have 20 years plus corporate experience in the financial industry using Excel and Access for data modelling and calculations as well as creating complicated Word templates - both for corporate identity and for purposes such as bulk mail merging from client databases.
I develop SAGE ERP (Accpac) SQL integration using the Accpac API's within Accpac VBA as well as bespoke app development for SAGE Accpac using C#, VB.Net, VB.6.0 and Microsoft Access.
I also have databases that connect directly to PASTEL and enable you to directly Email and SMS your clients from the database for bulk marketing campaigns.
Other specialties include Excel financial modelling, automating PowerPoint reports from Excel data as well as creating corporate identities by creating Word templates,
TRAINING:
I can design customised Excel, Access, Word and PowerPoint training courses based on the needs of your business. With 28 years training experience under my belt, including many years of training needs analysis, it has been proven to me that creating customised training programs rather than sending staff on the standard scheduled course can increase the learning absorption by more than double! I have developed all sorts of courses for many corporate clients – in South Africa, the UK and in New Zealand.
In order to make sure that any training down is specific to your needs I can:
Identify the training need by means of a TNA (Training Needs Analysis questionnaire or direct questions to identify the specific training requirement).
Design the customised course specific to the training need identified
Schedule the training – either one-one-one or in small groups.
Provide telephone support and backup once the training is complete.
Computer Skills:
SQL Server programming and administration
C# and VB .Net programming
Visual Basic 6.0 programming
Access Database design & VBA programming
Excel VBA programming & templates
Word VBA macro programming & templates
Microsoft Access – all versions
Microsoft Excel – all versions
Microsoft Word – all versions
Microsoft PowerPoint – all versions
Microsoft Outlook – all versions
Training Skills:
Training Needs Analysis
Train the Trainer
Microsoft Office (all levels, all versions including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Access)
Visual Basic for Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Access)
Technical Writing Skills:
Courseware (manuals and exercises) for all the above courses as per the MOS syllabuses set down by Microsoft.
Instructor notes and reference manuals.
Database technical manuals to accompany database projects.
Database user manuals to accompany database projects.
Training and Work Experience:
I have been training delegates to use computers for the past 28 years. I have experience in teaching in South Africa, the United Kingdom and New Zealand and have taught learners from all walks of life. I have been creating database and software systems using VB.Net and SQL Server since 2000. More details of my work experience are available on request.
SQL Programming
MySQL Programming
Data Analysis
Visual Basic for Applications
SQL
C#
MySQL
Visual Basic
Microsoft Access
Microsoft Access Programming
VB.NET
Financial Analysis
Financial Reporting
Technical Writing
Back-End Development
Lebohang R.
Johannesburg, South Africa
$8/hr
5.0
40 jobs
I’m a highly reliable multilingual language specialist with a proven track record of 100% Job Success on Upwork.
✅What I will help you with:
• Transcription of interviews, podcasts, meetings
• Translation for English ⇄ Zulu ⇄ Sesotho
• Proofreading & editing, I have a knack for perfecting grammar, clarity, and tone
• Data annotation & labeling; AI training, image/audio/text tasks
• Typing of handwritten notes, manuscripts, and document conversion (PDF → Word)
✅ Experience you can trust:
• Top Rated with fast delivery
• Fast turnaround & consistent communication
• Experience with AI data projects (TELUS, Sigma AI)
•Multilingual expertise for African language projects
✅ I’ve successfully worked on:
• Multilingual transcription for research and AI datasets
• Image labelling for consistency
• Large-volume typing and document formatting tasks
🎯 I’m available for both short-term and long-term projects and ready to successfully contribute to your next project!
Microsoft Word
Audio Transcription
Translation
Typing
Content Writing
PDF Conversion
Proofreading
Data Entry
Accuracy Verification
Editorial Writing
Data Annotation
Data Labeling
Multilingual Translation
Sabiha A.
Brits, South Africa
$11/hr
5.0
8 jobs
Need professional print-ready designs that help your business stand out?
I help businesses create high-quality marketing and print materials that are visually appealing, professionally designed, and ready for production.
Whether you need a brochure, flyer, product packaging, retail presenter, shelf wobbler, workbook, catalogue, or Canva template, I deliver designs that are clean, modern, and tailored to your brand.
I can help with:
✔ Product Packaging
✔ Flyers & Brochures
✔ Retail Presenters
✔ Shelf Wobblers & POS Displays
✔ Catalogues
✔ Workbooks
✔ Business Documents
✔ Canva Templates
✔ Marketing Materials
Why work with me?
✅ Print-ready files with proper bleed and CMYK setup.
✅ Attention to detail from concept to final delivery.
✅ Fast communication and reliable turnaround.
✅ Professional designs that align with your brand.
✅ Unlimited commitment to client satisfaction.
I believe good design should do more than look attractive—it should communicate your message clearly and help your business make a lasting impression.
If you're looking for a reliable designer who values quality, communication, and meeting deadlines, I'd be happy to help bring your ideas to life.
Let's create something great together!
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Document Formatting
PDF Conversion
Logo Design
Layout Design
Graphic Design
Canva
Web Design
Proofreading
Ebook Design
Brand Identity
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator
Paige M.
Cape Town, South Africa
$35/hr
5.0
10 jobs
I am a Fashion Designer and Trend Analyst, with a proven track record in the apparel and fashion industry, I bring a wealth of experience to the table. My expertise lies in Trend Analysis, Microsoft Office, Textiles, Management, and Adobe Creative Suite.
As a freelance professional, I offer fast and efficient CAD and techpack services, ensuring meticulous attention to detail. With a keen eye for design and a passion for staying ahead of the latest trends, I strive to deliver exceptional results that exceed expectations.
Whether you're looking to bring your fashion ideas to life or seeking expert guidance on trend forecasting, I am here to provide top-notch services tailored to your needs. Let's collaborate and create fashion-forward masterpieces together!
Microsoft Word
Fashion Forecasting
Fashion Design
Adobe Illustrator
Technical Design
Adobe Creative Suite
Trend Forecasting
Trend Analysis
Creative Direction
Fashion & Apparel
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe InDesign
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Office
CAD
Liesl L.
Pretoria, South Africa
$55/hr
5.0
119 jobs
With a 100% Job Success score, I translate chaos into clarity: executive-ready, brand-consistent decks that tell the story clearly and look the part.
I design pitch decks, proposals, board packs, training decks, and PowerPoint videos, with clean layouts, strong typography, and purposeful animation. Think clear story, confident visuals, and slides that don’t scream “intern’s first day.”
I work primarily in PowerPoint and Canva, and I use Affinity Designer for custom graphics when a project needs something more unique than stock icons and shapes. I’m detail-obsessed in the most useful way (alignment, spacing, consistency), but I won’t over-design just to show off. Nobody needs a 12-step animation to understand a bullet point ;) The goal is work that’s easy to use, professional to share, and hard to ignore.
I also take on design work beyond presentations, like brochures, flyers, one-pagers, and social media graphics. Same approach: clean, professional, and consistent with your brand.
Microsoft Word
Microsoft PowerPoint
Presentation Design
Logo Design
Process Infographics
Web Design
Graphic Design
Presentations
Microsoft Office
Business Presentation
Video Animation
Pitch Deck
Microsoft Excel
Branding
Writing
Jiksha M.
Johannesburg, South Africa
$30/hr
5.0
1 jobs
I help businesses turn messy information and data into clear, professional and actionable outputs.
I am a Business Improvement / Strategy professional with extensive experience in business analysis, financial analysis, reporting, project management and management-level communication. I combine analytical thinking, strong attention to detail and excellent English language skills to deliver work that is accurate, structured and easy to understand.
What I can help you with:
📊 Data & Business Analysis
• Excel data analysis and reporting
• Management dashboards and KPI reporting
• Data cleaning, organisation and interpretation
• Trend, variance and performance analysis
• Turning data into meaningful business insights
📈 Management & Executive Reporting
• Executive dashboards
• Management reports and presentations
• KPI and performance reporting
• Business reviews and insight packs
• Converting complex information into concise management-ready communication
🔎 Research & Business Support
• Market and business research
• Research analysis and summaries
• Competitor and market comparisons
• Structured business reports
• Data gathering and interpretation
✍️ Proofreading, Editing & Business Writing
• Proofreading and editing
• Reports, research papers and business documents
• Grammar, spelling, punctuation and structure
• Improving clarity, flow and professional tone
• English-language quality review
🤖 AI-Assisted Business Analysis
I also use AI as a productivity and analysis co-pilot to help identify patterns, exceptions and opportunities in business information. Importantly, I don't simply rely on AI-generated answers. I apply human judgement to validate information, assess business context and turn the output into useful recommendations.
This approach can help with recurring reporting, KPI analysis, management commentary, research and identifying areas that require further investigation.
My approach is simple:
Understand → Analyse → Validate → Communicate → Recommend
I don't believe good analysis is about producing more numbers or longer reports. It's about identifying what matters, why it matters and what should happen next.
I have a BSc Honours degree in Chemistry, with Mathematics and Chemistry as undergraduate majors, as well as qualifications in financial management, short-term insurance, Lean Six Sigma and leadership/management. This combination has given me a strong analytical foundation together with practical business experience.
What you can expect from me:
✓ Accurate and detail-oriented work
✓ Professional, polished deliverables
✓ Clear communication
✓ Strong English language skills
✓ Analytical and structured thinking
✓ Business-focused recommendations rather than just raw data
✓ Reliable and confidential handling of information
Whether you need an Excel analysis, a polished management report, research support, proofreading or help making sense of business information, I can help turn the work into something clear, professional and useful.
If you have a problem that involves data, information, research, reporting or business communication, let's discuss what you need.
Regards,
Jiksha
Microsoft Word
Business Analysis
Data Analysis
Microsoft Excel
Business Writing
Editing & Proofreading
Market Research
Data Visualization
Business Report
Business Research
Artificial Intelligence
Microsoft PowerPoint
Project Management
Report Writing
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