Freelance Project Support

About the role

edge is looking for freelancers to support the delivery of its services to clients, such as business advisory, recruitment drives and internal research projects. This is a work-from-home role within a fully remote, highly independent team that collaborates in real time; it is open to applicants from Nairobi and beyond who can collaborate and build trust virtually.

Key responsibilities

• Contribute to project success through research and by identifying relevant networks and contacts
• Carry out administrative tasks and promotions
• Communicate with stakeholders
• Build the internal knowledge bases

Required profile

• At least one year of work experience, possibly in research, project support, business administration, events management or community programs
• Intellectually curious, quick learner and able to work independently and meet deadlines
• Good attention to detail and ability to thrive in fast-changing, uncertain environments
• Excellent English, including professional email writing

Required skills

• Web research
• Spreadsheets for organizing data
• Google Drive and similar tools such as CRM and LinkedIn

To apply, candidates submit a completed application form, a 2-minute video on YouTube (unlisted) answering a question about their experience in a global, multicultural and remote setting, and a CV of 2-3 pages in PDF.