- Position Title: Voice-Over Artist (Freelance – Female)
- Location: Remote (Kenya-Based Preferred) / Nairobi
- Employment Type: Freelance / Project-Based Contract
- Number of Vacancies: 1 (Female Voice Required)
- Reporting To: Project Team Lead
- Application Deadline: Open (Apply ASAP – Rolling)
- Category/Department: Media / Advertising / Branding / Health Communication
- Compensation: Competitive Freelance Rate (Project-Based – Complete by End January) (Note: Rate based on experience/quality. Focus on high-quality audio for maternal health IVR prompts.)
Introduction
Jacaranda Health, a social enterprise and 501(c)3 non-profit transforming maternal health care in East Africa to make pregnancy/childbirth safer for women and newborns, is seeking a Female Voice-Over Artist (Freelance) to record audio prompts in English and Kenyan Swahili (Kenyan dialect) for health-focused IVR/content.
Requiring fluent English/Kenyan Swahili, proven voice-over/radio/IVR/narration experience, professional edited/mastered audio production, and empathetic/culturally appropriate delivery, this remote freelance project demands clear, informative, high-quality MP3 files with sample testing, revisions, and completion by end January. Ideal for talented female voices passionate about maternal health communication, this opportunity aligns with Kenya’s KES 500 billion healthcare sector and Vision 2030’s maternal/child health goals. Contribute your voice to life-saving messages!
About Jacaranda Health
Jacaranda Health is a social enterprise and operates as a 501(c)3 in the US. Our mission is to transform maternal health care in East Africa and make pregnancy and childbirth safer for women and newborns. Jacaranda’s staff is made up of professionals from diverse backgrounds united by a commitment to impact.
Jacaranda fosters a culture of compassion, innovation, and equity, delivering evidence-based solutions. For Freelancers, Jacaranda provides meaningful projects and collaboration with dedicated teams.
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?
- Contribute your voice to life-saving maternal health messages reaching thousands.
- Flexible remote freelance work with meaningful impact.
- Collaborate with passionate team transforming East African healthcare.
How to Apply
Apply now for the Voice-Over Artist (Freelance – Female) position at Jacaranda Health.
Submit via https://jacaranda-health.hirehive.com/female-voice-over-artist-freelance-nairobi-dlN3n4 (Apply ASAP – Rolling).
Include sample recordings if possible.
Jacaranda Health is an equal opportunity employer. No fees.
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Expert Tips for Success as 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 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 Bilingual Voice Sample
Why It Works: Kenyan Swahili/English fluency core—50% of shortlists go to strong samples.
Application Tip:
Submit short sample (1-2 sentences each language) reading health-related text.
Why: Immediate proof of clear/informative/empathetic delivery.
How to Do It: Record clean MP3 with good microphone – no background noise.
Tip 2: Highlight Kenyan Dialect Authenticity
Why It Works: Kenyan Swahili dialect required—recruiters prioritize natural speakers.
CV Example:
“Native Kenyan Swahili speaker – authentic dialect for maternal health audiences.”
Why: Aligns with target audience understandability.
How to Do It: Mention “Kenyan dialect” explicitly.
Tip 3: Demonstrate Empathetic/Culturally Appropriate Tone
Why It Works: Tone must be clear/informative/empathetic/culturally appropriate—recruiters test in samples.
Sample Tip:
Read sample with warm, reassuring, caring voice – like advising a pregnant mother.
Why: Matches maternal health content.
How to Do It: Practice health scripts from Jacaranda/pro-woman 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 free tools like Audacity 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 programs.”
Why: Shows understanding of informative/empathetic needs.
How to Do It: Include any radio/IVR/health narration experience.
Tip 6: Emphasize Revision Flexibility
Why It Works: Minor revisions required—recruiters seek collaborative artists.
Cover Letter Example:
“Open to feedback and quick revisions for perfect alignment.”
Why: Shows professionalism.
How to Do It: Mention willingness to iterate.
Tip 7: Demonstrate Deadline Reliability
Why It Works: Complete by end January—recruiters need dependable freelancers.
CV Example:
“Delivered 100+ projects on tight deadlines with 98% timeliness.”
Why: Proves reliability.
How to Do It: Include “deadline-driven” in profile.
Tip 8: Use Professional Application Format
Why It Works: HireHive portal—complete profile + samples.
How to Do It: Upload CV, voice samples, cover emphasizing maternal health passion.
Tip 9: Show Cultural Awareness
Why It Works: Culturally appropriate delivery key for Kenyan audiences.
Cover Letter Example:
“As Kenyan woman, I understand nuances for maternal health communication.”
Why: Builds trust.
How to Do It: Reference cultural sensitivity.
Tip 10: Craft a Concise, Maternal-Health Passion Statement
Why It Works: Recruiters prioritize voices passionate about mission.
Cover Letter Closing:
“As female Kenyan voice artist, I’m passionate about empowering mothers through clear, compassionate messaging.”
Interview/Sample Note:
“Excited to contribute my empathetic tone to Jacaranda’s life-saving work.”
How to Do It: Rehearse passion for women’s health.
Good luck – your voice can save lives!
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