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I am an established mixed methods researcher with a PhD in Public Health and an MPH (Master of Public Health) in Epidemiology, and have 12+ years of experience in clinical and public health research. I have considerable experience across all stages of the research lifecycle, from planning studies and writing protocols to analysis and dissemination of results, and have published 70 peer-reviewed publications (16 first-authored) to date. I have ample experience supporting postgraduate students, having supervised 8 MPH students through graduation and assisting PhD students with proofreading and formatting their dissertations prior to submission. I also have strong data management and analysis skills, having worked as a data analyst for both academic and non-profit clients. I am passionate about leveraging data and research to improve lives, and approach my work with a focus on methodological rigor, ethical principles, and collaboration.

Need a reliable professional who can keep your operations organized, communicate effectively with clients, and deliver high-quality administrative support? You’re in the right place. I am an Operations & Administrative Specialist with experience in legal advertising coordination, customer service, reception, research, and virtual assistance. I help businesses streamline their daily operations, stay organized, meet deadlines, and provide exceptional client experiences. My background has equipped me with strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Whether it’s managing administrative tasks, conducting detailed research, coordinating projects, handling customer inquiries, or maintaining accurate records, I bring professionalism, efficiency, and attention to detail to every task. 🔹 Administrative Support & Virtual Assistance 🔹 Customer Service & Client Communication 🔹 Online & Market Research 🔹 Data Entry & Database Management 🔹 Email & Calendar Management 🔹 Project & Operations Coordination 🔹 CRM Updates & Record Management 🔹 Lead Generation & Contact Research 🔹 E-commerce Support (Amazon & Takealot) Why clients enjoy working with me: ✔ Professional and responsive communication ✔ Strong attention to detail ✔ Reliable and deadline-driven ✔ Proactive and solutions-oriented ✔ Committed to accuracy and quality ✔ Dedicated to helping businesses operate more efficiently I understand that every business has unique needs, and I take pride in providing dependable support that allows my clients to focus on growth while I handle the details. If you’re looking for a professional who can take ownership of tasks, communicate effectively, and contribute to your business’s success, I’d love to discuss how I can support your goals. Let’s connect and explore how I can add value to your team.

I have a wide skill set and can play a supportive role in your Administration, Research and Management Teams. No need to hire multiple freelancers and I can start immediately. I have helped businesses save time and make better decisions by building error-free data bases and applying effective administration management for over 15 years. I am meticulous, deadline-driven, and fully committed to confidentiality, so you can focus on growing your business while I manage the data and administration. Whether you need reliable data management, administrative support, simple research, product listing support or online survey support, I am your candidate. I shall bring consistency, professionalism, and accuracy to your project. SKILLS & DELIVERABLES • Proofreading & Editing • Data Processing & Management • Bookkeeping & Accounting • Business & Financial Administrative Management (nice to have) My strong financial background and my proficiency in spreadsheet tools, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and Accounting Software programs will be a will be acquisition to your project. Let me take this off your hands. Message me to discuss your project. Marina v. CERTIFICATES & DEGREES Bookkeeping & Accounting (DAMELIN MANAGEMENT SCHOOL) Virtual Assistant (UDEMY BUSINESS SCHOOL) Financial & Business Management (UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AFRICA) Feature Journalism (UNIVERSITY OF CAPE TOWN) Freelance Journalism (INTEC COLLEGE)

Before you commit budget to a product launch, an R&D programme, or an engineering brief you haven't validated, someone needs to tell you honestly whether the science and the regulatory pathway actually support it. That is what I do. I am a bioprocess engineer and innovation strategist. I use lean, design-thinking methodology to de-risk science-based product concepts before you commit to the full build: validating the mechanism of action, stress-testing feasibility through structured stage-gates, and mapping the regulatory pathway that applies. I work with founders and programme owners in functional food and beverage, nutraceuticals, herbal products, and early-stage bioproducts. I also conduct cross-jurisdictional regulatory research and translate complex scientific evidence into actionable insights. You get a defensible Go/No-Go grounded in first principles, not a hedged summary. Recent work includes: an 80-hour feasibility study that produced a stage-gated Go/No-Go and advanced a product to its next phase; cross-referencing EU and South African regulatory frameworks to produce parliamentary and stakeholder advocacy briefs; structured evidence reviews of botanical and bioactive ingredients; and rigorous claim substantiation work under FDA and FTC frameworks. If you have a process concept, a product question, or an evidence gap where being wrong is expensive, message me to schedule a consultation.

Top-Rated Market Research Specialist with 100% Job Success, helping businesses make smarter pricing, competitive, and financial decisions through structured, data-driven insights. I specialize in transforming raw data into actionable business intelligence that supports strategic growth and profitability. 🔎 What I Can Help You With: ✔ Competitive & Pricing Analysis ✔ Market Entry & Feasibility Research ✔ Financial Modeling & Forecasting ✔ Remittance & Financial Sector Research (South Africa & Global) ✔ Survey Design & Structured Data Collection ✔ Statistical Analysis (Excel, SPSS, Python, SQL) ✔ Professional Research Reports & Executive Summaries 📊 I have successfully delivered: A comprehensive airline price competitiveness study in South Africa Multi-phase remittance research projects across financial institutions Financial planning & forecasting models for new business lines Clients consistently describe me as reliable, analytical, and committed to quality. My background in Economics and Accounting allows me to go beyond surface-level research — I interpret financial and market data strategically to provide meaningful business insights. If you need clean data, structured analysis, and professional reporting delivered on time — let’s work together.

I test web, games and mobile apps. I create test cases, find bugs, and provide clear reports. Im motivated in app testing, passionate about ensuring apps work smoothly and deliver a great user experience. I bring strong attention to detail, quick learning, and a commitment to delivering accurate, reliable feedback, reviews and screenshots or screen recordings. I’m ready to help identify bugs, usability issues, and improvements, while gaining hands-on experience and growing my skills. If you need a dedicated tester who’s eager to learn and contribute, I’m here to help! Skills: Bug reporting, Manual testing