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Shaiel B.

Los Angeles, California

$45/hr
5.0
203 jobs

If you need anything written in the fields of history, politics, international relations, or sports: give me a shot. I'm a Top-notch academic writer and editor with a Ph.D. and several peer-reviewed publications. UCLA trained. I was a journalist for two decades. Have two best-selling Amazon ebooks and am constantly working on my skills to give my clients the highest quality outcomes.

  • Academic Proofreading
  • Essay Writing
  • Policy Writing
  • Creative Writing
  • Speech Writing
  • International Relations
  • Search Engine Optimization
  • Research Papers
  • US English Dialect
Muhammad Z.

Rahim Yar Khan, Pakistan

$8/hr
4.9
306 jobs

🚀 500k+ Verified B2B Contacts Delivered 🏅< 1% Bounce Rate Guarantee 🏆 Top 1% Talent ✅ 6+ Years of Data Expertise 🏅450+ Projects Successfully Completed ⏱️ 8500+ Hours of Specialized Research on Upwork Does your sales team hate dirty data? They should. Every bounced email is a wasted opportunity. You don't need just a "list builder" you need a strategic data partner who understands that accuracy equals revenue. Hi, I am Muhammad Zain. I specialize in High-Precision B2B List Building and Deep Prospect Research. While most freelancers rely on automated scrapers that deliver 40% bad data, I use a "Human + Tech" Verification Method. I hand-curate prospect lists that hit the inbox, not the spam folder. My clients from startups to enterprise teams stick with me because I eliminate the guesswork. Here is exactly how I ensure your success: 💎 The "Triple-Check" Guarantee: I verify every single email through MillionVerifier + NeverBounce + Manual Ping Testing. If it bounces, you don't pay for it. 🎯 Sniper Targeting: I find the right Decision Makers (CEOs, VPs, Founders) based on Revenue, Headcount, Tech Stack, and Niche. 🔍 Beyond the Surface: I dig deeper than standard tools. I use Apollo.io, Clay, and LinkedIn Sales Navigator to find direct dials and verified emails that others miss. My Tech Stack & Expertise: ➢ Prospecting: Apollo.io, ZoomInfo, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Crunchbase. ➢ Verification: MillionVerifier, ZeroBounce, NeverBounce, MailTester. ➢ CRM Hygiene: Data Enrichment & Cleaning for HubSpot, Salesforce, and Zoho. Let’s prove the quality before you hire. Don’t risk your budget on unverified data. Invite me to your job, and I will generate a FREE SAMPLE (5-10 Leads) based on your exact criteria. If you like the results, we start. If not, no hard feelings. Ready to fill your pipeline with 100% verified prospects? Click the green "Invite" button, and let’s get to work. Muhammad Z.

  • List Building
  • Lead Generation
  • B2B Lead Generation
  • Email List
  • Prospect List
  • LinkedIn Sales Navigator
  • Market Research
  • Contact List
  • Data Mining
  • Prospect Research
  • Data Entry
  • Data Cleaning
  • Online Research
  • Data Extraction
  • Data Scraping
Maddisson Z.

Montreal, Canada

$40/hr
5.0
52 jobs

Hello/Bonjour/Hola! I’m Maddisson, a Canadian Freelance International Affairs Analyst with expertise in research, policy analysis, and strategic communications across complex geopolitical landscapes. Supporting clients through policy analysis, article/content writing, data analysis/visualisation, and other multimedia deliverables, developing and disseminating complexities into actionable, tangible insights. My work spans political participation, international law, human rights, migration, governance, security and defence, gender, and accountability. I specialise in conflict and crisis analysis, global power dynamics, cybersecurity, and policy evaluation, with projects including the opioid crisis in Canada, security developments across the Americas, Eastern Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia, and migration flows such as the Darien Gap (Panama border) for Nicaraguan migrants, MENA and Eastern European routes, and arrivals to Lampedusa, Italy, alongside North American migration policies. I have produced multimedia content and strategic communications for governments, NGOs, think tanks, and private clients worldwide. I have supported the United Nations as a UN Volunteer (WFP), Communications Intern at the International Peace Institute, and Rule of Law/Communications Intern at ORLOSI, contributing to research, reporting, and stakeholder engagement. I am also an active tutor in political science and a dedicated volunteer with UPeace MUN, UNGA 77, the Uyghurs Under Threat Conference, NWSC, YMCA, SPCA, and other local and international initiatives. Writing Samples (More Available Upon Request): -ACSY Think Tank-"Political History of South Yemen: Crisis, Conflict, and Challenges Preventing Lasting Peace" @ americancentersy.org/2022/05/political-history-of-south-yemen-crisis.html -Supported UN Documentary/Project "The trial that brought down a warlord" through the United Nations Office of Rule of Law and Security Institutions (OROLSI-JCS-UN) news.un.org/en/story/2024/11/1157311 as well as other articles, including the 10-Year Anniversary of GFP Rule of Law Coordination (OROLSI Medium) orolsi.medium.com/the-global-focal-point-for-the-rule-of-law-marks-its-10-year-anniversary-4b1646242991 -Politically Speaking Publication on Medium- medium.com/politically-speaking/frances-obsession-with-nuclear-energy-65b447098a04 Website Development and Content Example (more upon request): - upmunc2024.wordpress.com Please feel free to reach out to connect on your project! All the best, Maddisson

  • International Law
  • Data Analysis
  • Article Writing
  • Communications
  • Political Science
  • International Relations
  • Proofreading
  • Politics
  • Journalism
  • Translation
  • Writing
  • Research Papers
  • Journalism Writing
Jeff E.

Spokane, Washington

$75/hr
4.8
169 jobs

Nonprofit executive, Adjunct College Instructor, Marine Veteran, husband, father and writer of all things the written word. With ten years of writing on Upwork and a 100% job success rate after over $100,000 billed, I've never let a client down yet and today won't be the day I start doing so. I specialize in executive ghostwriting, firearms, tactical and military history. Best of luck in your search for the right writer.

  • Article Writing
  • Blog Writing
  • Ebook Writing
  • English
  • Copywriting
  • Product Description
  • Sales Writing
Andrew H.

Ferndown, United Kingdom

$18/hr
5.0
1,255 jobs

I taught English for Academic Purposes for 40 years at colleges and universities around the world, including Zayed University and the Higher Colleges of Technology in the UAE, and Jefri Bolkiah College of Engineering in Brunei Darussalam. This work always included close coordination with other subject specialists, so I have a good understanding of the language and content of science, business, IT and arts, which allows me to handle a wide range of materials. Since retiring from teaching in 2016, I have edited an average of two dissertations or journal articles per week, including formatting and referencing to the requirements specified by the client's institution or publisher. I am familar with all the main referencing formats, e.g., APA, Harvard, Chicago and IEEE. Please note that I no longer take on writing jobs; I limit myself now to editing and proofreading. Also, there are some task types I will not consider: I will not work on military-related tasks or religious polemic (any religion), and I will not rewrite texts to avoid plagiarism.

  • English
  • Layout Design
Paul C.

Las Vegas, Nevada

$60/hr
5.0
12 jobs

I’m an aerospace professional looking to share the knowledge gained from my extensive background in Federal procurement, technology and marketing. I’ve held senior positions in both the defense industry, and in the Department of Defense, and can point to a solid record of accomplishments. I provide hands-on support for clients at all stages of Federal contracting, leading them through the maze of rules and regulations that must be dealt with when bidding for federal contracts. I have in-depth knowledge of all top-level Defense acquisition directives (e.g., the FAR, DFARS, the 5000 series directives, the PPBES, etc.) as well as the NASA FAR Supplement and SAM.gov. My writing ability has been an asset throughout my professional life. In industry, I led many successful proposal efforts; and in DoD, I wrote policy papers and drafted Congressional testimony. As owner of a small consulting firm, I led defense policy studies for DoD, and market research projects for my clients. I also led, or supported, proposals on their behalf. SBIR and STTR proposals are a specialty. I look forward to supporting clients who are in need a skilled technical writer, market analyst, or a technologist with ability to clearly describe complex issues in writing. I’m careful to protect my client’s proprietary data and intellectual property, and usually work under a non-disclosure agreement (NDA). I’ve held security clearances throughout most of my career, including TS/SCI. Should classified access be required, I would be willing to provide all necessary documentation. As an independent contractor, I'm comfortable working on an hourly basis, a fixed-price-project basis, or a monthly retainer.

  • Defense & Military
  • Marketing
  • Technical Writing
  • Policy Analysis
  • Policy Development
  • Business Writing
  • Government Procurement
  • Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement
  • International Marketing
  • International Development
  • Management Consulting
  • Startup Consulting
  • Research & Development
  • Technology Management Solutions SIMS
  • Federal Acquisition Regulations

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What does a Military specialist do?

A military specialist processes and verifies eligibility for veterans’ educational benefits while managing associated records and compliance workflows. This role bridges the gap between service members, educational institutions, and government agencies by ensuring accurate certification of benefits. The specialist reviews documentation to confirm that students meet federal and state requirements for funding. They maintain precise electronic records to support ongoing program operations and audit readiness.

  • Review incoming files and supporting documentation to verify student eligibility for veterans’ educational benefits. Analyze each student’s educational program against compliance requirements to confirm that courses and degrees qualify for specific funding types. Adjust certifications when program details change or when initial reviews reveal discrepancies in the submitted paperwork.
  • Process and update eligibility records in web-based platforms and electronic file management systems. Monitor the status of active certifications to ensure they remain valid throughout the academic term. Submit corrected forms to the Veterans Administration when errors occur or when students modify their enrollment status.
  • Maintain strict compliance with state and federal statutes governing military education benefits. Interact with the Veterans Administration, community partners, and internal providers to resolve complex eligibility issues. Generate updated veteran educational benefit certifications and keep electronic documentation organized for future audits or inquiries.

How to hire a Military specialist on Upwork

Step 1: Post a job

Define the specific compliance and certification tasks your project requires. Use the Job Post Generator powered by Uma™, Upwork's Mindful AI to draft a precise description. Describe your needs in a few sentences and Uma drafts a job post for the role. You can write a new post, update a saved draft, or reuse an existing post.

  • Specify experience with Veterans Administration regulations and federal statutes governing educational benefits.
  • List required proficiency with electronic file management systems and integrated scanning technology.
  • Detail the volume of student files and eligibility certifications the freelancer must process monthly.

Step 2: Evaluate candidates

Look for proof of accurate record maintenance and regulatory compliance in past work. Uma can run instant video interviews and build shortlists with side-by-side comparisons to speed up this review.

  • Verify their history of processing military-related files without compliance errors or audit flags.
  • Check for demonstrated ability to evaluate educational programs against state and federal requirements.
  • Confirm experience adjusting veteran benefit certifications based on changing eligibility status.

Step 3: Interview your top choices

Discuss their approach to verifying documentation and managing stakeholder communications. Interviews can be scheduled and conducted within Upwork Messages with an immediate transcript and summary after each one.

  • Ask how they resolve discrepancies between student records and Veterans Administration data.
  • Request examples of complex eligibility cases they analyzed and resolved independently.
  • Discuss their method for maintaining secure electronic documentation during high-volume periods.

Step 4: Agree on scope and begin work

Set clear milestones for file processing volumes and certification updates. Use Upwork Messages and the contract workroom for communication and project management, plus identity verification, payment protection, hourly tracking, and project funds for security.

  • Define weekly targets for reviewing incoming files and updating eligibility records.
  • Establish protocols for submitting completed case work orders tied to military services operations.
  • Agree on a schedule for coordinating with internal providers and external community partners.

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How much does hiring a Military specialist cost?

$500-$1,500 per project is a typical range for focused Military specialist work. Final pricing depends on scope, technical complexity, required integrations, source-material quality, revision needs, and the freelancer's experience level.

Eligibility record processing

$500-$1,200/project

Entry-level to mid-level
  • Reviewed incoming documentation for completeness
  • Updated eligibility status in electronic systems
  • Compiled summary of processed certifications

Compliance evaluation

$1,200-$2,500/project

Mid-level
  • Evaluated educational programs against statutes
  • Documented compliance discrepancies and risks
  • Outlined steps to resolve identified issues

Benefit certification management

$2,500-$4,500/project

Mid-level to senior-level
  • Tracked veteran benefit eligibility changes
  • Modified records based on program reviews
  • Notified internal providers of status changes

VA liaison coordination

$4,500-$7,000/project

Senior-level
  • Recorded interactions with Veterans Administration
  • Resolved external queries regarding benefits
  • Created guides for future VA correspondence

Workflow system integration

$7,000-$11,000/project

Expert-level
  • Assessed current electronic file management tools
  • Mapped optimized processes for record handling
  • Authored instructions for new procedural standards

Frequently asked questions

Is hiring a Military specialist worth it?

For most businesses, yes: hiring a Military specialist is worthwhile. These professionals process complex eligibility files and maintain compliance with federal statutes for veteran educational benefits. They manage the administrative burden of interacting with the Veterans Administration so your internal team can focus on core operations.

How do I evaluate Military specialist candidates?

Look for candidates who demonstrate specific experience processing veteran educational benefit certifications and verifying program compliance. A strong candidate will describe how they reviewed incoming documentation against state and federal requirements to adjust eligibility records accurately.

What tools does a Military specialist use?

A Military specialist uses web-based platforms and electronic file management systems to process and update certification records. They also rely on integrated scanning technology to verify supporting documentation for veteran benefit claims.

What deliverables does a Military specialist produce?

A Military specialist produces processed eligibility records and compliance-checked student program evaluations. They also submit updated veteran educational benefit certifications and maintain organized electronic documentation for audit purposes.