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Welcome to this week's edition of our Remote Job Opportunities newsletter! We've handpicked a selection of remote jobs that you can apply for right now, tailored specifically for our readers in Kenya. Explore these roles and start your application today!

  1. GoTranscript
    GoTranscript hires freelance transcribers globally, including from Kenya. The job involves transcribing audio and video files, and you can work flexible hours. The pay rate is up to $0.60 per audio minute, with top earners making around $1,215 per month. Payments are made weekly via PayPal. You can apply directly on their website.

  2. TranscribeMe
    TranscribeMe offers transcription jobs that are beginner-friendly and available to freelancers worldwide. They pay between $15 to $22 per audio hour and provide training and style guides for new transcribers. You can work from home and choose from a variety of short audio clips to transcribe. Apply through their website.

  3. QuickTate
    QuickTate hires freelance transcriptionists to transcribe voicemail messages, memos, letters, legal documents, and more. The pay is $0.0025 per word for general transcription and $0.005 per word for medical transcription. Payments are made weekly through PayPal, and no prior experience is required. You can learn more and apply on their website.

  4. Scribie
    Scribie hires freelance transcriptionists to transcribe audio files, and the pay ranges from $5 to $20 per audio hour. Although they are currently pausing hiring due to system upgrades, they plan to reopen applications soon. You can keep an eye on updates and apply when the applications reopen on their website.

  5. CrowdSurf
    CrowdSurf provides transcription and captioning jobs for short audio and video clips. The tasks are usually very short (from 5 to 30 seconds), and the pay ranges from $0.03 to $0.02 per minute of media, plus bonuses. CrowdSurf is open to freelancers worldwide and offers flexible working conditions. You can apply on their website.

These opportunities allow you to work from anywhere, including Kenya, and offer flexible hours, making them suitable for various schedules and levels of experience.