Main focus: Programming (Java, C++, C#). Web development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, Spring, Bootstrap, Python). Frameworks (Laravel, SpringBoot, Django). Databases (MySQL, SQL, Microsoft Access). IDEs (Visual Studio , IntelliJ IDEA, NetBeans).
Professional background: Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Computer Science at University of Jaffna/Sri Lanka. Diploma in ICT and Computing at IDM, Chilaw/Sri Lanka. Carmel Girls' Central College at Chilaw/Sri Lanka. Electronic medical record system for Jaffna Teaching Hospital. 6-month training in airport and aviation (Sri Lanka). Participated in Industrial Software Engineering and Career Guidance Workshop-2018 (Samuel Gnanam IT Center). Self-employed since 2014.
Professional background: Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Computer Science at University of Jaffna/Sri Lanka. Diploma in ICT and Computing at IDM, Chilaw/Sri Lanka. Carmel Girls' Central College at Chilaw/Sri Lanka. Electronic medical record system for Jaffna Teaching Hospital. 6-month training in airport and aviation (Sri Lanka). Participated in Industrial Software Engineering and Career Guidance Workshop-2018 (Samuel Gnanam IT Center). Self-employed since 2014.
General qualifications: Matlab +++, Microsoft Office +++ Languages: English +++, Tamil++, Sinhala +++
Main focus: Data entry/capture, typing. Research and writing. Advanced customer care, logistics work, creating and formatting documents like PowerPoint, Excel spread sheets Microsoft Word, Microsoft Access, emailing, proof reading and transcription (English UK), making quotations, invoices, airline bookings, inland and outbound travel arrangements, online bookings, courier.
Professional background: Bachelor of Tourism at, Makerere University, Kampala/Uganda. Certificate in secretarial studies. Intern at Sheraton Hotel Kampala. Administrator at Child Network. Personal assistant to MD Imperial Royale Hotel. Assistant front office manager at Grand Imperial Hotel. Front office manager at Royal Suites Hotel. Self-employed since 2007.
Professional background: Bachelor of Tourism at, Makerere University, Kampala/Uganda. Certificate in secretarial studies. Intern at Sheraton Hotel Kampala. Administrator at Child Network. Personal assistant to MD Imperial Royale Hotel. Assistant front office manager at Grand Imperial Hotel. Front office manager at Royal Suites Hotel. Self-employed since 2007.
General qualifications: Customer care relations +++ Languages: English +++, Swahili + Miscellaneous: Available up to 6 days a week
Main focus: Automated software testing through Selenium, Selenium RC, Selenium WebDriver, Selenium GRID, FLASH, database, manual testing, creating test plans, test cases, boundary value analysis, performance testing through JMETER.
Professional background: Bachelor in information technology (Charles Sturt University, Australia). NCC, advance diploma, Manchester, UK. NCC, diploma, Manchester, UK. Software tester, software automation engineer, IT assistant, sales engineer. Self-employed since 2008.
Professional background: Bachelor in information technology (Charles Sturt University, Australia). NCC, advance diploma, Manchester, UK. NCC, diploma, Manchester, UK. Software tester, software automation engineer, IT assistant, sales engineer. Self-employed since 2008.
General qualifications: Hardware ++, networking ++ Languages: Tamil ++, Sinhala ++ Show work sample
Main focus: Typing for all types of documents.
Professional background: BBS. DCA(Diploma in Computer Application). Typed question papers of many local schools and projects of colleges. Self-employed since 2017
Professional background: BBS. DCA(Diploma in Computer Application). Typed question papers of many local schools and projects of colleges. Self-employed since 2017
General qualifications: Accountant + Languages: Nepali +++, Hindi ++
Main focus: T-SQL Developer, MSSQL Administrator, AWS Administrator, C#.NET developer and Salesforce.com administrator and developer.
Professional background: Bachelor in Computer Engineering, Kathmandu University. 2013-2014 Senior Software Engineer(Technical Lead) in Codemandu Software, 2010-2013 Senior Software Engineer in Deerwalk Services. Self-employed since 2014.
Professional background: Bachelor in Computer Engineering, Kathmandu University. 2013-2014 Senior Software Engineer(Technical Lead) in Codemandu Software, 2010-2013 Senior Software Engineer in Deerwalk Services. Self-employed since 2014.
General qualifications: SQL Server 2008, 2008/R2,2012 +++, Excel +++, Amazon Redshift database +++, C#++, Perl ++, mySQL ++, salesforce.com +++ Miscellaneous: Available up to 6 days per week
Main focus: Just pick one of the freelancers. You will only pay the indicated hourly rate to freelancer.
Professional background: We have freelancers covering nearly all business needs (if you cannot find a suitable freelancer, please leave us your contact details and project description and we will search for a suitable candidate).
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Main focus: Webdevelopment, webdesign, mobile application development, EPUB, XML, HTML, data processing, data entry, scanning, BPO.
Professional background: B. Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering at Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Kakinada. 1.6 years managing director. 3 years as project manager. 3 years admin and technical manager. 2 years webdeveloper. Self-employed since 2013.
Professional background: B. Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering at Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Kakinada. 1.6 years managing director. 3 years as project manager. 3 years admin and technical manager. 2 years webdeveloper. Self-employed since 2013.
General qualifications: .Net ++, Sql Server ++, HTML +++, HTML5 ++, XML +++, CSS3 +++, EPUB +++, Android Apps ++, iPhone Apps ++, Call Center ++ Languages: Telugu +++, Hindi +++
Main focus: Graphic design, photo editing, photography, video editing, multitasking, Powerpoint presentations. Photoshop, MS-Publisher.
Professional background: Holy Angel University. Self-employed since 2017.
Professional background: Holy Angel University. Self-employed since 2017.
Languages: Filipino +++ , English +++ Miscellaneous: Available every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. 10% cheaper hourly rate for simple graphic works.
Main focus: Native language-Italian, second language-German, second language-French, second language-Spanish, second language-English. Translations of all kinds.
Professional background: Professional translation and conference interpreting at University of Rome. Specialised translation and interpreting at University of Westminster, London. Economy and business finance at Universität des Saarlandes, Saarbrücken, Germany. Diplome d'Ãtudes en langue francais at Commission Nationale du DELF et du DALF. DELE (Diplomas of Spanish as a foreign language) at Instituto Cervantes. Self-employed since July 2007.
Professional background: Professional translation and conference interpreting at University of Rome. Specialised translation and interpreting at University of Westminster, London. Economy and business finance at Universität des Saarlandes, Saarbrücken, Germany. Diplome d'Ãtudes en langue francais at Commission Nationale du DELF et du DALF. DELE (Diplomas of Spanish as a foreign language) at Instituto Cervantes. Self-employed since July 2007.
Miscellaneous: My service is available 24 hours, 7 days a week.
Main focus: Website and blog development and management. Graphics and corporate profile design (logo, banner, ID card, complimentary card, pamphlets, brochures etc). Hardware and software maintenance. Computer networking for resource control. ICT skills development training for corporate bodies and individuals (from basic courses to professional courses).
Professional background: BSc. Computer Science. Advanced diplomas in software engineering, web development and networking. Over 10 years of working experience in ICT. Worked as project manager for MDGs (Kogi State, Nigeria), ECOWAS_SEE Project, UNODC in collaboration with Webcruisers Systems Limited. Self-employed since 2015.
Professional background: BSc. Computer Science. Advanced diplomas in software engineering, web development and networking. Over 10 years of working experience in ICT. Worked as project manager for MDGs (Kogi State, Nigeria), ECOWAS_SEE Project, UNODC in collaboration with Webcruisers Systems Limited. Self-employed since 2015.
General qualifications: Project management +++ Miscellaneous: I can travel to any part of the world
Main focus: Main language-French, main language-English. Basic German. Translator, Transcriptionist and subtlitler of videos, films and audios.
Professional background: M. A. in translation at Buea University. DIPES II at Yaoundé Higher Teacher Training College. BA in bilingual studies at Yaoundé University. French and English language teacher in government schools. Freelance translator at various translation businesses: TBO, HOPAFRICA TV, Ketsiatek Globale Ltd. Self-employed since 2010.
Professional background: M. A. in translation at Buea University. DIPES II at Yaoundé Higher Teacher Training College. BA in bilingual studies at Yaoundé University. French and English language teacher in government schools. Freelance translator at various translation businesses: TBO, HOPAFRICA TV, Ketsiatek Globale Ltd. Self-employed since 2010.
General qualifications: Secondary school management, chairman of a non-profit organisation. Miscellaneous: Cheaper hourly rate for translations done during the weekend.
Main focus: Data analysis, statistics. Geographical data and map analysis. Data entry, extraction, munging, validation. LaTeX, Perl, regex.
Professional background: BSc in bioinformatics, MSc in statistical data analysis., 10+ scientific papers in high Impact Factor journals, mostly related to analysis of biological data. Self-employed since 2025.
Professional background: BSc in bioinformatics, MSc in statistical data analysis., 10+ scientific papers in high Impact Factor journals, mostly related to analysis of biological data. Self-employed since 2025.
General qualifications: Knowledge natural sciences, STEM, mentoring Languages: Lithunian +++, Russian ++
Main focus: Editing, camera, teaching of cinema, director, d.o.p.
Professional background: Graduated in in film theory (D.A.M.S) at the University of Bologna, Italy. Graduate in movie direction at The New University of Cinema and Television in Cinecittà, Roma, Italy and Ciudad de la Luz, Alicante, Spain. Now work as freelance film director and editor in Berlin. Self-employed since 2004.
Professional background: Graduated in in film theory (D.A.M.S) at the University of Bologna, Italy. Graduate in movie direction at The New University of Cinema and Television in Cinecittà, Roma, Italy and Ciudad de la Luz, Alicante, Spain. Now work as freelance film director and editor in Berlin. Self-employed since 2004.
Main focus: All the usual amenities of outsourcing design and construction. Design of kitchens, offices, houses with state of the art software. Drawing 3D (rendering). Consulting in electrical, plumbing, air conditioning. Comprehensive outsourcing services.
Professional background: Architect and engineer. Self-employed since 2000.
Professional background: Architect and engineer. Self-employed since 2000.
Languages: English ++, Spanish +++ Miscellaneous: Motto: Our primary role is to offer all the usual amenities of a outsourcing design and construction. From your ideas, we express on paper the best option that suits your budget. Allowing you to invest in the future according to your needs.
Main focus: Unique online marketing strategies. Creation of social media graphics. Social media planning Search engine optimization. Blogging, email marketing, Google Adsense, Google Adwords, Google Analytics, Craigslist posting, general marketing. Wordpress websites, specially customised. Graphic design in PSD (Photoshop) format, video animation/editing.
Professional background: BS in Technology and Communication Management at Mindanao University of Science and Technology. Various clients worldwide. Self-employed since 2011.
Professional background: BS in Technology and Communication Management at Mindanao University of Science and Technology. Various clients worldwide. Self-employed since 2011.
Languages: English +++ Miscellaneous: Motto: Confident to share my knowledge and everything I can impart to help my client.
Main focus: Public health, sexual reproductive health and rights (SRHR), addressing child, maternal, adolescent health and nutrition. Human resource development in collaboration with government.
Professional background: Master of Science at Dalarna University of Sweden. MPH, MBBS, DPS. Head of the program at Terre des Hommes Foundation, Lausanne/Switzerland. Senior manager capacity building at Save the Children International. Team Leader at UBR Alliance of Embassy of Netherlands. Technical Officer at United Nations Population Fund. Deputy Project Manager at Swisscontact. Self-employed since 2019.
Professional background: Master of Science at Dalarna University of Sweden. MPH, MBBS, DPS. Head of the program at Terre des Hommes Foundation, Lausanne/Switzerland. Senior manager capacity building at Save the Children International. Team Leader at UBR Alliance of Embassy of Netherlands. Technical Officer at United Nations Population Fund. Deputy Project Manager at Swisscontact. Self-employed since 2019.
Languages: English +++, Hindi +
Main focus: Research and analysis of various markets, industries and companies. Gathering financial, industry/function-specific market and business information, using research resources such as industry journals, analyst reports and market information databases. Creating business plans and feasibility studies and preparing reports, outlining key market scenarios, industry trends, economic performances. Also giving strategic advisory on business growth, process improvement etc.
Professional background: An MBA in Finance and Strategy from Case Western University, Ohio, US. Mechanical engineering, Osmania University, Hyderabad, India. Senior Strategy Consultant at Deloitte, having vast experience in business research and consulting. Excellent knowledge of online databases like Bloomberg, Hoovers, One Source, GMID-Euromonitor, Data Monitor, Mintel Market Reports and IBIS World etc. A good understanding of strategy models and frameworks. Self-employed since 2009.
Professional background: An MBA in Finance and Strategy from Case Western University, Ohio, US. Mechanical engineering, Osmania University, Hyderabad, India. Senior Strategy Consultant at Deloitte, having vast experience in business research and consulting. Excellent knowledge of online databases like Bloomberg, Hoovers, One Source, GMID-Euromonitor, Data Monitor, Mintel Market Reports and IBIS World etc. A good understanding of strategy models and frameworks. Self-employed since 2009.
General qualifications: MS Office +++
Main focus: Python, SQL, MSSQL, Excel, artificial neural networks, evolutionary algorithms, data mining, data analyst. Custom software developer for integrated POS: inventory, accounting, project and management control.
Professional background: PhD in Aerospace Engineering at Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology. Double degree as Bachelor of Aerospace Engineering and Bachelor of Business Administration. Revenue consultant at Batavia Air (Airline) and Cendana Prioritas Lestari (shrimp farm). Software developer at Karya Mandiri Semesta (steel trading), UMI (construction), OTOBan (tyre shop), Prestige (mobile phone shop), SunterExpress (logistics). Researcher at Biarri Commercial Mathematics. Self-employed since 2014.
Professional background: PhD in Aerospace Engineering at Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology. Double degree as Bachelor of Aerospace Engineering and Bachelor of Business Administration. Revenue consultant at Batavia Air (Airline) and Cendana Prioritas Lestari (shrimp farm). Software developer at Karya Mandiri Semesta (steel trading), UMI (construction), OTOBan (tyre shop), Prestige (mobile phone shop), SunterExpress (logistics). Researcher at Biarri Commercial Mathematics. Self-employed since 2014.
General qualifications: AutoHotKey ++ Languages: English +++, Indonesian +++
Main focus: Governance and public policy, development management, policy and advocacy, trainer/learning facilitator, government relations, economic development analyst.
Professional background: BSc Agriculture General, MA Agrarian Development, PhD Governance, Development and Public Policy at Sokoine University of Agriculture. Certified T&F at MS TCDC. SAM at Rhodes University. Worked for the Government of Tanzania (15 years). Non-government organizations (7 years) as strategic consultant on governance & development projects in East Africa since 2009 for Oxfam GB, USAID, IRG/PROTECT/Chemonix, LEAT,CARE Tanzania. Author of ‘Why is Tanzania poor?’. Headed Citizens' Parliament Watch program (Tanzania 2011 - 2015); Self-employed since 2015.
Professional background: BSc Agriculture General, MA Agrarian Development, PhD Governance, Development and Public Policy at Sokoine University of Agriculture. Certified T&F at MS TCDC. SAM at Rhodes University. Worked for the Government of Tanzania (15 years). Non-government organizations (7 years) as strategic consultant on governance & development projects in East Africa since 2009 for Oxfam GB, USAID, IRG/PROTECT/Chemonix, LEAT,CARE Tanzania. Author of ‘Why is Tanzania poor?’. Headed Citizens' Parliament Watch program (Tanzania 2011 - 2015); Self-employed since 2015.
General qualifications: Powerpoint +++, Excel ++, Upcountry driving ++ Languages: Kiswahili +++ Miscellaneous: 20% cheaper for works in east Africa.
Main focus: Illustration, design, animation. Can also draw on paper and Ipad.
Professional background: Studied Graphic Design and Illustration at the Instituto Comunicación de Rosario/Argentina. Self-employed since 2002.
Professional background: Studied Graphic Design and Illustration at the Instituto Comunicación de Rosario/Argentina. Self-employed since 2002.
Languages: Spanish +++, English ++, Italian ++, Greek +++ Miscellaneous: Creating characters especially to play, to laugh and to tell stories and mix together with a Little fantasy to create a small world. Show work sample
Main focus: Maintaining projects gross margin trackers on monthly basis, reporting monthly project cost trackers, revenue summaries and overall results. Profit and loss account, balance sheets, analytics concerning actual, forecasted and budgeted variances.
Professional background: University of Sargodha: Master of Commerce (M.Com) 2010-2012. Punjab University: Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) 59% 2006-2008. Army Public School and College Sargodha: F.Sc (Pre-Engineering) 62% 2004-2006. F.G. Public School Sargodha: Matriculation 73% 2002-2004. Working from 2008 to 2010 at Engro Chemicals Pakistan Ltd as assistant accountant. At DESCON Engineering Ltd. working on the construction of world's largest ammonia urea complex(Enven 1.3). Since 2014 at Lightbridge Communications Corporation as finance executive. Self-employed since 2017.
Professional background: University of Sargodha: Master of Commerce (M.Com) 2010-2012. Punjab University: Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) 59% 2006-2008. Army Public School and College Sargodha: F.Sc (Pre-Engineering) 62% 2004-2006. F.G. Public School Sargodha: Matriculation 73% 2002-2004. Working from 2008 to 2010 at Engro Chemicals Pakistan Ltd as assistant accountant. At DESCON Engineering Ltd. working on the construction of world's largest ammonia urea complex(Enven 1.3). Since 2014 at Lightbridge Communications Corporation as finance executive. Self-employed since 2017.
General qualifications: MS-Word, MS-Excel, MS-Power Point, MS-Access, InPage2000, Peachtree, Telly.ERP9, Quick Books. Languages: English ++
Main focus: High end retouching services. Providing of high end industry standard retouching services to discerning clients all over the world.
Professional background: London Art College. Freelance photo retouching services, specialising in commercial, beauty, glamour, magazine and notoriety, fashion and editorial, using industry standard, retouching techniques to retain and enhance texture and deliver flawless results. Self-employed since 2005.
Professional background: London Art College. Freelance photo retouching services, specialising in commercial, beauty, glamour, magazine and notoriety, fashion and editorial, using industry standard, retouching techniques to retain and enhance texture and deliver flawless results. Self-employed since 2005.
General qualifications: Photoshop +++, Lightroom +++ Languages: English ++, Russian +++, Lithuanian +++ Miscellaneous: Please take a look at the retouching (worksample) before and after section to get a feel for what I do. Show work sample
Main focus: Operational health and safety trainer. Preparing cooperate plans to oversee safety, security, regulations and policies of departments. Planning and providing special trainings for groups and individuals on behalf of the OH&S department (human security and safety), e. g. emergency plans. Evaluation of the effectiveness of trainings. Also providing advice on software quality standards and the global environment.
Professional background: MA in occupational health and safety of the American Corllins University. Bachelor of social sciences at the University of Alexandria, Egypt. Certified instructor from the Organization of occupational health and safety of the U.S (OSHA). Certified instructor of the Occupational Health and Safety at British IOSH. Certified instructor of the Occupational Health and Safety (British NEBOSH). Certified instructor of ILLAFTrain, UK. Diploma in Occupational Safety and Health of NEBOSH, UK.
Professional background: MA in occupational health and safety of the American Corllins University. Bachelor of social sciences at the University of Alexandria, Egypt. Certified instructor from the Organization of occupational health and safety of the U.S (OSHA). Certified instructor of the Occupational Health and Safety at British IOSH. Certified instructor of the Occupational Health and Safety (British NEBOSH). Certified instructor of ILLAFTrain, UK. Diploma in Occupational Safety and Health of NEBOSH, UK.
Languages: English ++, Arabic ++, Urdu ++
Main focus: Our pro-bono initiative helps refugees in Germany to find work as freelancers. Just pick one of the refugees below. You will only pay the indicated hourly rate to the freelancing refugee.
Professional background: We have refugees covering nearly all business needs (if you cannot find a suitable refugee, please leave us your contact details and project description and we will search for a suitable candidate).
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Main focus: Support for civil engineering projects - with modern, efficient solutions at fair terms. #BIM #FEM
Professional background: BME - Budapest University of Technology and Economics, Structural engineering, project planning, project coordination, building construction, civil engineering. More than 15 fifteen years of varied professional experience in civil engineering and building construction, BIM, Cubus, AxisVM, construction drawings, inventory surveys, modeling, Real estate. Self-employed since 2019.
Professional background: BME - Budapest University of Technology and Economics, Structural engineering, project planning, project coordination, building construction, civil engineering. More than 15 fifteen years of varied professional experience in civil engineering and building construction, BIM, Cubus, AxisVM, construction drawings, inventory surveys, modeling, Real estate. Self-employed since 2019.
General qualifications: Microsoft Office products +++, driver's license category B. Languages: German +++, Hungarian +++ Miscellaneous: all world projects Show work sample
Main focus: Strategy and concepts (development, health check, business and clinical development), organisation and processes (reorganisation and effectivity gains in processes), implementation (change management, market access, cooperation with health care providers, support with business development, digital communication), executive coaching, interim management.
Professional background: Diploma in Biology. PhD in Molecular Biology and Microbiology. 25 years of track record in the pharmaceutical industry. Several years of management consulting in Life Sciences Scandinavia (since 2013). Worked as BU Manager and General Manager in various European countries. Extensive experience with change management projects. Expertise in Market Access. Self-employed since 2013.
Professional background: Diploma in Biology. PhD in Molecular Biology and Microbiology. 25 years of track record in the pharmaceutical industry. Several years of management consulting in Life Sciences Scandinavia (since 2013). Worked as BU Manager and General Manager in various European countries. Extensive experience with change management projects. Expertise in Market Access. Self-employed since 2013.
General qualifications: MS Office +++ Languages: German (mother tongue), Swedish +++, Danish ++, Norwegian ++, French +, Hungarian + Miscellaneous: Hourly rate 20% lower for assignments above 80 hours (10 days) and up to 50% for longer than 500 hours (60 days). Holidays: July and August. Show work sample
Main focus: eCommerce consulting for start-up and established companies. Identification of: Target customers, customer benefits, business case, suitable URLs, internet marketing approach, how to keep costumers on the web site, how costumers by from web site, efficient operation of website and business processes.
Professional background: PhD in telecommunications, space science, worked for leading business consulting companies. Operates three own eCommerce business since 2003.
Professional background: PhD in telecommunications, space science, worked for leading business consulting companies. Operates three own eCommerce business since 2003.
Languages: English +++, Esperanto +++, French ++, Spanish + Show work sample
Main focus: Complete value chain from strategy through to operations. Leading large complex transformation programmes. Turning around problem programmes. Leading and motivating large and diverse teams. Management of complex problems. Broad sector experience, applicable into new situations.
Professional background: Coaching Senior Executives for over 10 years as part of large scale transformational changes programmes, and when they need external sounding board or advice. Interim manager. Interim Programme Director and Transformation Consultant, led many large scale programmes across different industry sectors. Over 17 years consultancy experience and earlier 5 years in senior line roles. 09/14 - current: Relational Change Diploma in Relational Organisational Gestalt (ROG). Executive coaching training based on Gestalt models and frameworks for understanding and working with individuals, teams, communities and organisations in challenging times. 01/96 - 06/98: Templeton College (now Green Templeton College) and Said Business School, Oxford University. Fast Track Management Development Programme and Retail Programme. 10/89 - 06/92: St Catherine’s College, Cambridge University. MA (Hons) Electronic & Information Science. Self-employed since 2003.
Professional background: Coaching Senior Executives for over 10 years as part of large scale transformational changes programmes, and when they need external sounding board or advice. Interim manager. Interim Programme Director and Transformation Consultant, led many large scale programmes across different industry sectors. Over 17 years consultancy experience and earlier 5 years in senior line roles. 09/14 - current: Relational Change Diploma in Relational Organisational Gestalt (ROG). Executive coaching training based on Gestalt models and frameworks for understanding and working with individuals, teams, communities and organisations in challenging times. 01/96 - 06/98: Templeton College (now Green Templeton College) and Said Business School, Oxford University. Fast Track Management Development Programme and Retail Programme. 10/89 - 06/92: St Catherine’s College, Cambridge University. MA (Hons) Electronic & Information Science. Self-employed since 2003.