Freelance content writers jobs in Kenya

Basic information
The best way to earn extra cash at the comfort of your own home is through online freelance writing. Online writing jobs have helped a lot of Kenyan youths start successful businesses or pay for school fees. Content writing is very educative and interesting because a person gets the chance to learn about a lot of things in different fields of study and get paid doing so.
Essentially, freelance writers are paid for the speed of content delivery and clarity or intelligibility of writing. You can make as much as you want in a month depending with the quality of your articles and the speed you deliver them. This is strictly a performance -based job.
A freelancer can also live anywhere in the world where there is a computer and internet connection. You will have less expenditure in terms of transport to work because the writer works at the comfort of his or her home. We have 400-500words articles on different topics available on a daily basis for you.
Important requirements in content writing:

• Minimum education level is a Diploma in field of study.
• 3-10 months experience in writing is a requirement.
• Use given keywords in your articles
• Understand and have the knowledge of different search engines (Google, Pubmed.com, Yahoo, Answeres.com e.t.c) for different articles.
• Write using simple American English.
• Avoiding plagiarism (duplicating / copy and paste articles from the internet) at all costs and editing an essay before submission.
• You are required to research on given topics from the internet but use your own words to write quality articles

Send your CV, cover letter to Alexis Maureen at:
alexis.maureen@gmail.com and for more information about this job call:
Alexis: +254-711-967-795

Academic Research writer job in Kenya

ACADEMIC RESEARCH PLATFORM (ArP)
An academic assistance research company seeking to recruit youth and university seniors.

POSITION: Academic Research Writer - Ref: ARW-01 (5 Positions)

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL BE REQUIRED TO:

• Write academic papers in APA, MLA, Chicago and Harvard format.
• Work under short deadlines.

PREREQUISITES/QUALIFICATIONS

• A university degree will increase the chances of candidate or
• A diploma in relevant courses -Not be older than 28 years old or
• Must be at least in their final year in University.
• Good computer skills especially, MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint a must).

REQUIREMENTS
• Access to internet and in possession of a computer.
• Be flexible and work at odd hours.
• Good communication skills relevant to the position.
• Sociable persons.

TO APPLY Send your CV to:
yundikas@gmail.com

Writing job vacancy

DTG research company is looking for qualified individuals capable and interested in writing academic papers for money at 150 Kenya shillings per double spaced page.
Qualifications
Degree Holder
Good command of the English language
Must be computer Literate and have access to a computer and internet.
Must be able to work under minimum supervision

All interested candidates should send their CVs and a non plagiarized sample essay on any topic to dtgresearch@gmail.com

Kenya Reinsurance French Speaking Underwriter Job in Kenya

Kenya Reinsurance Corporation Limited is a highly-rated world class reinsurer and market leader in Africa, providing quality reinsurance services across the continent, Middle East and Asia.

In an effort to serve our clientele better, we are seeking to fill the following position:

French-Speaking Underwriter
Ref. No: 292/CL/FN

The selected candidate will be expected to promote and market Kenya Re as well as source for business in Africa, Middle East and Asia.

Key functions will include analysing offers and making appropriate recommendations, giving quotations on rating terms and conditions, preparing monthly business reports and handling quartedy treaty confirmations and statements.

Duties will also include handling treaty renewals and administering premiums.

The Candidate should be a University graduate with insurance related professional qualifications such as ACII, FCII, CII (Tunis) or its equivalent. They should have at least five years experience in underwriting with excellent knowledge of insurance treaties and contracts.

Applicants should be fluent in both spoken and written English and French languages. The candidate should be results-oriented, customer focused, team player with excellent analytical skills, ICT competence and possess good communication and interpersonal skills.

Kenya Re is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the ground of gender, colour, race, religion, natural origin, age or physical disability where such disability does not impact upon the employees ability to discharge his/her duties.

A competitive remuneration package commensurate with the status and seniority of this position will be offered to the successful candidate.

Closing Date: 30th November 2010

Send your application letter and CV- do not attach certificates/testimonials and state how your experience matches the specification, quoting job Ref. No. to hawkins.associates@khigroup.com

Technical writer for health and HIV/ AIDS

Columbia University (CU)
Centers for Health Solutions (CHS) is a newly formed Kenyan non-governmental organization (NGO) whose goal is to strengthen public health programs in developing countries, with specific emphasis on HIV Care and Treatment, TB, malaria, and other public health issues.

Background
Centers for Health Solutions (CHS) is a newly formed Kenyan non-governmental organization (NGO) whose goal is to strengthen public health programs in developing countries, with specific emphasis on HIV Care and Treatment, TB, malaria, and other public health issues. CHS receives support from ICAP-Kenya an international organization funded by Centers for Disease Control and prevention (CDC) through the US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). Centers for Health Solutions (CHS) works collaboratively with the Ministries of Health in Kenya, other international and local NGOs, FBOs and CBOs. Currently CHS supports 51 government health facilities in central province reaching approximately 50,700 people living with HIV in central province, Kenya.

Our senior technical advisors within the country are often unable to adjust their existing schedules to take a technical lead in proposal development, therefore we are looking to build a network of external professional consultants for short-term assignments that can respond on short-notice with strong technical expertise and proposal writing skills for upcoming competitive proposals from major public donors such as the USG and Global fund. Individual terms of reference and scope of work will be developed for each assignment.

Core Competencies
• In country experts with a global view of public health in developing countries and a track record of developing successful HIV/AIDS, TB and Malaria proposal and or technical expertise on Health
• HIV/AIDS, TB and Malaria program management experience/understanding preferably in Africa at service delivery level, and international development and programs level.
How to apply
Interested consultancies should submit their resume and a cover letter outlining their relevant skills and experience to
Human resource manager at info@chskenya.org not later than 29th October 2010
Only selected experts will be notified.
Reference Code: RW_8AFD4X-40

Freelance Academic Writers

We invite applications from suitably qualified and self-motivated young professionals interested in making a good pay and building careers as freelance writers. They must be able to efficiently and professionally, write well-researched academic papers on different topics.
Freelance writing is a great way for anyone to do what they love, at their own free time and convenience and still earn a great income, besides getting a chance to tap into the ever-growing online opportunities.
Requirements
• Internet savvy
• Demonstrate responsibility and ability to meet strict deadlines
• Work under minimum/no supervision
• Access to a computer and internet
• Research experience
• Flexibility and ability to be on call 24/7.
• A competent command of English and sound communication, linguistic and professional writing skills
• Ability to provide PLAGIARISM free work

Applicant Profile
Fresh university graduates in any field, degree finalists are encouraged to apply
A short learning curve
Aged between 20 and 29
If interested send a copy of your CV to
pottershouse2000@gmail.com.

Those with prior writing experience should attach two copies of their previously completed work.
Please include details on your current location and how you can access internet services.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted 24 hours after application.

TEAM MEMBER - CONTENT DEVELOPMENT:

Reporting to the Practice Head – Sales/Customer Service, the candidate will be expected to carry out responsibilities in
line with their job title. The main responsibility in line with the job title is Creation and customization of Content as
per the business and people requirement of the Operating country. This will be achieved by:
· Understanding and studying the business challenges and the market reality of the region operating in. Should be
able to create effective content on Product, Process and Skills for both the Sales and CS staff working at different
levels.
· Updating knowledge on operating country’s laws and regulation so as to create content accordingly which helps the
sales and CS staff to sell products and service clients while complying with the local laws.
· Getting an in-depth understanding of the training requirements of the sales and CS staff so as to create the content
accordingly.
· Updating knowledge about the competition, company products, pricing and the industry so as create a useful and
effective content.
· Aligning with Sales and CS trainers to get the feedback on the training program conducted so that relevant changes
can be made.
· Constructing learning solutions while ensuring quality norms and creating facilitator and participant guides as well
as other training material.
· Conducting field study as and when required to obtain ground level data and pilot programs and Train the trainers
for trainers on the content
Minimum Requirements:
The successful candidate should possess the following:
· Have a Post Graduate/MBA/Graduate in English Literature/Mass communication
· Should have created content or conducted Training programs for the telecom industry.
· Have experience in training, preferably in telecommunications companies or call care centers, coupled with good
writing skills
· Have experience in telecommunications industry and specifically in Sales or Customer Service (CS) experience
would be preferred.
· Proficiency in MS - Office
The successful candidate should also possess the following personal attributes:
· Strong and creative Written Communication Skills. Relevant experience in writing/ editing/ proof reading for
tutorials and technical articles would be added advantage.
· Team Player with research or structured initiative orientation
· Persons with strong sense of logic and analytical ability and sound visualization skills
· Eye for detail with ability to work with deadlines
· Ability to conceive, analyze and explain complex situations and circumstances in simple ways to broad consumer
audience
· Familiarity with online publishing and being active in the online world through blogging or other avenues is a strong plus

Interested candidates should send their application letters and detailed CV by email ONLY to
recruitkenya@kimberly-ryan.net by 20th October 2010.
Please note that ONLY shortlisted candidates will be
contacted.