FEMALE VOICE-OVER ARTIST (FREELANCE) – REMOTE (KENYA) | JACARANDA HEALTH | COMPETITIVE PROJECT RATE (JANUARY 2026)

Position Title: Female Voice-Over Artist (Freelance)
Location: Remote (Kenya-Based)
Employment Type: Freelance / Project-Based Contract
Number of Vacancies: Not stated (Female Voice Required)
Reporting To: Product/Project Team
Application Deadline: December 31, 2025 (Rolling Review – Apply Early)
Category/Department: Media / Health Communication / Maternal Health IVR
Compensation: Competitive Project Rate (Quote Based on ~50–100 Recordings) (Note: Freelance – estimated cost for full project. Final quantities confirmed. Start January 2026.)

Introduction

Jacaranda Health, a mission-driven non-profit transforming maternal and newborn health outcomes in public systems through innovative AI-driven technology and human-centered solutions (reached over 3 million women across 1,100+ facilities in Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana), is seeking a professional female voice-over artist (freelance) to record short audio prompts (~50–100 files, each <2 minutes) in English and Kenyan Swahili for a pilot IVR service targeting low-literacy mothers.

Requiring fluent English/Kenyan Swahili, proven voice-over/radio/IVR/narration experience, professional edited/mastered audio production, empathetic/culturally appropriate delivery, and availability for samples/revisions/completion by end January, this remote freelance project demands clear, warm, informative tone for life-saving maternal health messages. Ideal for talented female voices passionate about health equity, this opportunity offers impactful contribution to underserved mothers.

About Jacaranda Health

Jacaranda Health’s mission is to improve maternal and newborn health outcomes in the public health system. Through innovative AI-driven technology and human-centered solutions, we partner with governments to scale impactful, data-driven interventions. These solutions include PROMPTS, an AI-enabled platform for mothers, and MENTORS, a facility-based training program equipping frontline nurses with lifesaving skills and knowledge. Our innovations and partnerships have reached over 3 million women across 1,100+ health facilities.

The Product Department designs, develops, and manages digital tools strengthening maternal/newborn outcomes – full lifecycle from research to monitoring.

Jacaranda fosters a culture of mission-driven impact, innovation, and people-centricity, with high-growth scaling across Africa.

About the Role

Jacaranda Health is piloting a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) Interactive Voice Response (IVR) service targeting low-literacy mothers in Kenya. This study aims to test whether IVR can effectively reach mothers from low socio-economic backgrounds who may be underserved by SMS messaging. The service will provide maternal health information in English and Kenyan Swahili.

We are seeking a professional female voice talent to record approximately short audio prompts in both languages (not more than 2mins per audio). Recordings should be clear, warm, and easy to understand by mothers with varying literacy levels.

Location: Remote, Kenya
Start date: January 2026

What You’ll Do

Record/deliver audio prompts in English and Kenyan Swahili (Kenyan dialect).
Maintain consistent pronunciation/tone/pacing, deliver high-quality clean MP3 files.
Provide initial sample recordings for testing/feedback before full batch.
Interpret/convey script tone: clear, informative, empathetic, culturally appropriate, easily understandable for target audience.
Incorporate minor revisions if required.
Collaborate with Jacaranda Health project team to meet objectives.
Complete all recordings/submissions before end January.

Who You Are / What You Bring

Female voice required.
Fluent in English and Kenyan Swahili (native-level preferred).
Proven experience in voice-over, radio, IVR, or audio narration.
Experience producing professional, edited, mastered audio recordings.
Familiarity with health/community-focused content a plus.
Ability to meet deadlines/respond efficiently to feedback.
Empathetic, culturally aware, clear vocal delivery.

Why Join Jacaranda Health?

Mission-driven work: Impact millions of mothers/babies.
Innovation-forward: Cutting-edge tech in maternal health.
High-growth: Scaling national/global team.
People-centric culture: Ambitious, passionate, supportive.

How to Apply

Apply now for the Female Voice-Over Artist (Freelance) position at Jacaranda Health.

Email to jhslcareers@jacarandahealth.org (Rolling Review – Apply Early).

Include:

Brief profile/CV
Billing model + estimated cost for full project (~50–100 recordings both languages, each <2 mins)
Samples of previous work (preferably Swahili/IVR style)
Availability confirmation for timeline

Applications reviewed rolling – early encouraged. Deadline December 31, 2025. No hard copies.

Jacaranda Health is an equal opportunity employer.

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Expert Tips for Success as Female Voice-Over Artist (Freelance) at Jacaranda Health: A Shortlister’s Perspective

As a recruiter shortlisting for Jacaranda Health’s Female Voice-Over Artist (Freelance), I prioritize applications that demonstrate native Kenyan Swahili fluency, empathetic maternal health narration, and professional audio samples. With competition for impactful health projects, these 10 tips are designed to place your application in the top 5% by showcasing your voice talent and cultural fit.

Tip 1: Lead with Strong Bilingual Samples

Why It Works: Kenyan Swahili/English fluency core—50% of shortlists go to compelling samples.

Email Tip:
Attach 2–3 short samples (1 English, 1–2 Swahili) reading health-related text.
Why: Immediate proof of clear/warm/empathetic delivery.

How to Do It: Record clean MP3 with good microphone – no background noise.

Tip 2: Highlight Kenyan Dialect & Cultural Fit

Why It Works: Kenyan dialect required—recruiters prioritize natural, relatable voices for low-literacy mothers.

CV/Email Example:
“Native Kenyan Swahili speaker – authentic dialect for maternal health audiences.”
Why: Builds trust for target audience.

How to Do It: Mention “Kenyan dialect” + cultural awareness.

Tip 3: Demonstrate Empathetic/Warm Tone

Why It Works: Tone must be clear/informative/empathetic—recruiters test in samples.

Sample Tip:
Read with warm, reassuring, caring voice – like advising a pregnant mother.
Why: Matches maternal health content.

How to Do It: Practice scripts from Jacaranda/maternal health sites.

Tip 4: Showcase Professional Audio Production

Why It Works: High-quality clean MP3 required—recruiters reject noisy/amateur recordings.

Application Tip:
Use proper microphone, edit noise, master volume.
Why: Shows you can deliver ready files.

How to Do It: Use Audacity/Reaper for clean edits.

Tip 5: Highlight Health/Community Content Experience

Why It Works: Familiarity with health content plus—recruiters prioritize relevant voices.

CV Example:
“Narrated 50 health awareness/IVR scripts for community/maternal programs.”
Why: Shows understanding of informative/empathetic needs.

How to Do It: Include any radio/IVR/health narration.

Tip 6: Provide Clear Billing Model & Cost Estimate

Why It Works: Explicitly requested – missing = rejection.

Email Example:
“Estimated cost: KES X for full project (50–100 recordings) – per recording or flat rate.”
Why: Shows professionalism.

How to Do It: Research rates (KES 500–2,000 per minute typical).

Tip 7: Emphasize Revision Flexibility & Timeline

Why It Works: Minor revisions + end January completion required—recruiters need dependable freelancers.

Email Example:
“Available for revisions + confirmed completion by end January.”
Why: Proves reliability.

How to Do It: State availability clearly.

Tip 8: Use Professional Email Structure

Why It Works: Email application – stand out.

Subject: “Female Voice-Over Artist Application – [Your Name]”
Body: Brief intro + experience + attachments + cost + availability.

How to Do It: Attach CV, samples, cost quote.

Tip 9: Show Maternal Health Passion

Why It Works: Mission-driven – passion resonates.

Email Example:
“Passionate about empowering Kenyan mothers through clear health messaging.”
Why: Aligns with Jacaranda’s impact.

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