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Brian H.

Kisii, Kenya

$7/hr
5.0
3 jobs

Need accurate data entry, Excel cleanup, spreadsheet organization, or web research? I help businesses turn messy data into clean, organized, and reliable information. I’m an ICT graduate specializing in data entry, data cleaning, Excel/Google Sheets, web research, and administrative support.

  • Data Entry
  • General Transcription
  • Data Preprocessing
  • Online Chat Support
  • Online Research
  • PDF Conversion
  • Microsoft Excel PowerPivot
  • Microsoft Word
  • Customer Support
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Data Cleaning
  • Data Management
  • Google Sheets
  • Swahili to English Translation
  • English to Swahili Translation
  • Formatting
  • Typing
Christine D.

Mombasa, Kenya

$10/hr
5.0
2 jobs

I assist e-commerce brands in finding winning, high-profit products through data rather than guesswork. I am a product research specialist focusing on Shopify stores, Amazon FBA sellers, and dropshipping businesses, and I use established research practices to identify products that have high demand, little competition, and high scaling potential. What I do best: Winner product research (Shopify, Dropshipping, Amazon FBA) Market & competitor analysis Trend validation (demand, saturation, profitability checks) Sourcing products and supplier checks. Product research spreadsheets with insightful information. I focus on products that: Solve real problems Strong demand and established sales. Are suitable for paid ads or organic growth. Provide healthy profit margins. I will save you time, save you spending money on bad products and only do what succeeds, regardless of whether you are opening a new store or expanding an existing one. I am dependable, straightforward to do business with, and I treat each store as my business. Book a call with me, and let's get started.

  • Product Research
  • Market Research
  • Dropshipping
  • Industry & Competitor Analysis
  • AliExpress
  • Shopify Dropshipping
  • Amazon FBA Product Research
  • Alibaba Sourcing
  • Facebook Ads Manager
  • Ecommerce
  • Helium 10
  • Ecomhunt
  • Google Trends
  • Google Sheets
  • Jungle Scout
Daniel W.

Nairobi, Kenya

$30/hr
5.0
38 jobs

The YouTube channel quietly blowing up in your niche? I probably found it last week. Is the creator worth reaching before they get expensive? That's a Tuesday for me. I research for a living, and I've learned there are two kinds of researchers: ones who gather information, and ones who know what to do with it. I try to be the second kind. For content creators and media companies: → Sourcing YouTube channels and social creators by niche, growth stage, and audience fit → Clip finding to a specific brief, fair-use, platform, topic, format → Timestamp curation pulling the best 10 minutes from a 2-hour interview, so an editor doesn't have to → Analyzing what makes a viral format work so you can adapt it, not copy it For businesses and startups: → Competitor research: who's in your market, what they offer, where they fall short → Market overviews grounded in real, verifiable sources → Structured case studies backed by annual reports and documented data Here's what clients have said: "Highly punctual and efficient. Gets work done quickly. Highly proficient with web research." "Fast, all high quality, puts a lot of effort into researching. Highly recommended." "You were really good at being responsive and moving fast. You took on feedback well. Overall, you did very well." Top Rated | $10K+ earned | 3 years on Upwork First Class degree in Economics and Finance GMT+3 - available across EST and GMT hours Work gets delivered clean, organized, the way you actually use it spreadsheets, Notion, Google Docs, whatever fits the workflow. If you need something found, sourced, or structured — hit the message button.

  • Market Research
  • Online Research
  • Data Analysis
  • Market Analysis
  • Report Writing
  • Competitor Research
  • Content Research
  • Social Media Audience Research
  • Influencer Research
  • Content Analysis
  • Google Sheets
  • Case Studies
  • Niche Research
  • Lead Generation
  • Company Research
  • Trend Analysis
  • YouTube
  • Podcast Analysis
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Content Strategy
Amy M.

Nairobi, Kenya

$5/hr
5.0
1 jobs

Are you looking for a detail-oriented professional who values accuracy and deadlines? I am a Management Information Systems (MIS) graduate with a technical foundation in ICT and hands-on experience in business operations. I don't just complete tasks; I apply my technical background to ensure your data is organized, your research is actionable, and your customers receive top-tier support. If you are looking to outsource repetitive administrative tasks to someone who understands systems and efficiency, I am your ideal partner. Here is how I can help you: 1.Data Entry & Excel: Meticulous entry, cleaning, and formatting. I leverage Excel to turn raw data into clean, usable formats. 2.Customer Support & Email Management: Professional, empathetic, and prompt communication. I ensure your clients feel heard and valued. 3.Market Research: In-depth, organized, and data-driven research to help you make informed business decisions. 4.Technical Support: Leveraging my background in IT to troubleshoot basic software issues and manage digital systems. Why work with me? Technically Minded: I understand how business systems, databases, and spreadsheets work. I learn new software tools quickly. Reliable & Responsive: I treat every project with professional urgency. Quality-Focused: I am detail-driven, ensuring your work is done correctly the first time. I am currently looking to build long-term relationships on Upwork and am committed to delivering work that exceeds your expectations. Let’s discuss your project! Send me a message, and I will respond promptly to get started.

  • Academic Research
  • Internet Marketing
  • SEO Keyword Research
  • Email Marketing
  • Lead Generation
  • Data Analysis
  • Report Writing
  • Information Systems Engineering
  • Data Entry
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Research Papers
  • Academic Writing
  • Tech & IT
  • IT Support
  • Mathematics
  • Web Design
  • Database Design
  • C++
  • B2B Marketing
Victor K.

Nairobi, Kenya

$19/hr
4.9
125 jobs

I work with PhD candidates, Master's students, and researchers to strengthen dissertations, theses, journal manuscripts, and research papers. Over 8 years and 1000+ projects, I've helped clients sharpen structure, tighten argument, and meet exacting academic standards without losing their voice. Some people reach out at a high-stakes moment: a final dissertation chapter, a journal revision, a proposal due to committee. Others come in stuck — unsure how to structure an argument, where to start, or how to pull a messy draft into something clear. Wherever you are, I can help. What I do Dissertation and thesis editing, chapter by chapter or full document Journal manuscript preparation and revision for submission Research papers, literature reviews, and systematic reviews Research proposals and methodology support Proofreading, formatting, and citation alignment (APA, MLA, Harvard, Chicago, IEEE) AI cleanup: rewriting AI-sounding drafts into natural, human prose Writing support for those starting from scratch or working through a difficult draft Academic Writing Article and content writing for blogs, websites, and publications How I work Every project starts with your goals, your topic, and your voice. I refine logic, clarity, and flow while keeping your intent and your authorship intact. I do not use AI to write or edit your work. Every change is made by hand. I read closely, think through your argument, and make judgment calls a tool can't: decisions about logic, structure, and the conventions of your field. Your work stays confidential and is never run through AI tools or content generators. My background spans the humanities, business, psychology, and education, so I move comfortably across fields and citation systems. Let's talk Whether you have a draft to improve, a manuscript to ready for submission, or just a topic and no idea where to begin, message me with a bit about your project and your timeline. I'll tell you honestly how I can help and what it will take.

  • Academic Research
  • Writing
  • Academic Writing
  • Research Papers
  • Dissertation Writing
  • Thesis Writing
  • Academic Editing
  • Proofreading
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Literature Review
  • Research Proposals
  • APA Formatting
  • Essay Writing
  • Line Editing
  • Copy Editing
  • Article Writing
  • Book Editing
  • Developmental Editing
  • Book Review
Mercy T.

Nairobi, Kenya

$22/hr
5.0
217 jobs

I am a certified Mindbody + Momence + Arketa + Bsport Specialist helping fitness and wellness businesses streamline operations, boost client engagement, and increase revenue through effective CRM implementation and optimization. I have over 8+ years of experience helping fitness and wellness businesses with studio management software like Bsport backoffice, Acuity Scheduling, Exercise, Momence, Glofox, Gymdesk, Mindbody, Booker by Mindbody, Arketa, Clinic Master, LEADAR, Aesthetic Record, Flodesk, and can help your Medspa, Gym/Fitness, Yoga Studio, Beauty/Massage Clinic with; ✅ CRM management (Set up and Ongoing Tech Support) ✅ Widget Codes (Wix, Squarespace, WordPress) ✅ DNS Records Verification ✅ Integrations ✅ Marketing and Campaigns ✅ Workflow Set Up ✅ Email Automation ✅ Appointment scheduling ✅ Data Migration ✅ Customer Service (Chat/Emails) ✅ Client support/ client account management ✅ General Admin tasks I am also a virtual assistant and can help with general admin and operations tasks, managing content on websites' backend (Wix, Squarespace, WordPress), and have expertise in various tools and CRM systems such as Jira, Mailchimp, Base 44, Zendesk, Luma, Brandbot, Notion, SignNow, Canva, Hubspot, Trello, Asana, ClickUp, Mindbody Online, Slack, Airtable, Todist, DocuSign, JotForms, Apollo, etc. I hope to join your team and bring with me insightful expertise that will translate into the success of your business.

  • CRM Software
  • MINDBODY
  • CRM Automation
  • Email Automation
  • Health & Wellness
  • Email Marketing
  • Health & Fitness
  • Scheduling Software
  • Administrative Support
  • Marketing Automation
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Data Migration
  • Business Operations
  • Mailchimp
  • Scheduling
  • Healthcare Software
  • Acuity Scheduling

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