Feb 08

Hiring Offshore Doesn’t Fail—Handoffs Do

Remote work has existed for years, even before the pandemic. However, it became mainstream during mandatory lockdowns and later evolved into a preferred long-term setup for many beyond 2020.

Despite the clear benefits of remote work, many business owners still struggle to see the value of a distributed workforce. Concerns abound about productivity, particularly whether high-quality work can be delivered by someone thousands of miles away.

In reality, failed offshoring is rarely due to the remote hires themselves, but often, because of the hiring company or client.

Why does this happen, and what can be done about it?

The Offshore Blame Game (And Why It’s Wrong)

Remote workers are often blamed for poor performance, especially when they struggle to deliver in their first few weeks on the job.

However, this is not entirely their fault.

“They Didn’t Get It” Isn’t the Whole Story

Just because an offshore hire fails to deliver as expected does not mean their talent is lacking. Nor is it necessarily due to cultural differences in offshoring.

More often than not, the claim that “they just didn’t get it” points to a breakdown in clear, explicit communication issues in offshore teams. Unlike onsite teams, offshore workers rely heavily on precise instructions where nothing is left to assumption.

For example, when a manager assigns a task and says, “make it look professional,” the offshore hire may not realize this actually means, “use our 2024 brand guidelines.”

Output Gaps Often Reflect Input Gaps

There is an unspoken pressure on remote hires to prove that they are just as skilled, if not more so, than their onsite counterparts.

Yet companies often overlook a simple truth: the quality of output from a remote team is directly proportional to the quality of input they receive.

Hence, the first 90 days are critical. New hires need consistent guidance and feedback, ideally through a dedicated mentor who shows them how things work and closely supports them until they can operate independently.

What’s Often Missing in the Handoff

Delegation is one of the most crucial parts of a new employee’s first few days.

Unfortunately, some managers treat tasks as something to simply “toss over the wall,” leading to breakdowns in delegation:

  • No Documented Expectations or SOPsStandard operating procedures (SOPs) are the backbone of a remote team. Without them, offshore hires are forced into a guessing game. Without clear instructions and guidance on how tasks are done, remote workers, and even onsite employees, are left to improvise.
  • No Real Owner of Handoff Success – Accountability drives success. Unfortunately, many organizations face an accountability gap: executives sign the contract, HR handles the paperwork, but no one is clearly responsible for ensuring a new hire’s success in the first 30 days. Moreover, without proper onboarding, onshore peers may view a remote worker as a burden rather than an asset. Meanwhile, offshore hires may hesitate to ask questions for fear of appearing incompetent.
  • Feedback Comes Too Late or Not At All – Mistakes can go unnoticed for a long time, especially without regular feedback. Unlike frequent check-ins, delayed feedback can feel more like a performance review than a coaching opportunity. As a result, new hires may develop a fear of failure, becoming hesitant to take initiative, particularly when they are still unclear about expectations.

3 Offshore Handoff Personas That Sabotage Success

Now that we’ve established that a new hire isn’t always to blame for “failing,” who is responsible?

Here are some examples.

#1. The Micromanager Who Won’t Let Go

Some managers fear that an offshore hire will disrupt their well-established processes.

As a result, instead of delegating tasks fully, they hold tightly to control them, even while the remote worker is expected to handle the work.

Illustration:

Mark hires John, a senior developer. However, instead of letting John focus on his tasks, Mark insists on reviewing every line of code as it’s written and requires John to provide updates three times a day.

Unsurprisingly, this makes John feel trapped. Eventually, he stops taking initiative, or worse, begins looking for a new job. Meanwhile, Mark becomes burned out from doing more himself and ends up blaming John for underperformance.

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Aiza

Candidate ID: 517802


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    Facebook Ads, Canva, Online advertising, Social Media Management...

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    eCommerce...

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Remote Staff Recruiter Comments

  • Aiza has been working for more than 10 years now in the Financial Service and Online Educational Institution handling roles such as Sales Consultant, Purchaser & Admin, Online English Instructor and Part-time Financial Advisor. She then started being a independent contractor in 2022 as Social Media Manager for Real-estate and Pastry business. She was able to handle clients from Israel.
  • She was exposed to the following tasks:
    • Social Media Management (FB, IG, Tiktok, Twitter and Youtube)
    • Content Strategizing
    • Analytics and Reporting
    • Graphic Designing
    • Sales
    • Online Teaching
    • Administrative tasks
  • As as Social Media Manager she was tasked to: 
    • Effectively handle the social media presence and administrative tasks to promote the company's properties,engage with potential clients, and enhance its online reputation.
    • Maintain an up-to-date database of property listings,including details like property descriptions, images, videos,pricing, and availability status.
    • Organize and manage leads generated through socialmedia channels, website inquiries, and other sources. Followup with potential clients and nurture them throughout the sales process.
    • Communicate with clients, both buyers and sellers, throughvarious channels, such as email and direct messaging, toprovide updates, answer questions, and maintain a positiveclient experience.
    • Conduct market research to stay updated on real estatetrends, property values, and competition in the local market.Provide insights and recommendations to the real estate team based on the research findings.
  • She also into article writing, topics were about beauty products.
  • She is proficient in using tools such as Capcut, Filmora, Canva, Adobe Photoshop, Google workspace, MS Office, Trello, Monday.com, Notion and Click-up.
  • She can start ASAP, amenable to working any shifts and open to any full-time or part-time roles.
Predictive Index Profile - Controller

Strongest Behaviors
  • Careful with rules; precise, "by the book", fast-paced, and literal in interpreting rules, schedules and results.
  • Detail-oriented and thorough; works to ensure things don’t fall through the cracks, and follows up to ensure they’re done properly and on time.
  • Driven to achieve operational efficiencies: thinks about what needs to be done and how it can be done as fast as possible while maintaining a high-quality outcome. Impatient with routines.
  • Proactivity, assertiveness, and sense of urgency in driving to reach personal goals. Openly challenges the world.
  • Independent in putting forth their own ideas, which are often innovative and, if implemented, cause change. Resourcefully works through or around anything blocking completion of what they want to accomplish; aggressive when challenged.
Behavioral Summary

Aiza Concepcion is a self-disciplined, conscientious person who will develop a high degree of expertise and skill in a specialized job. Has the drive to get things done right and in accordance with established standards of accuracy and quality.

A conservative and analytical person who respects traditional organizational values. Reserved, serious, and thoughtful about everything to be done, is a no-nonsense worker who worries about getting things exactly right. Never superficial, will make sure that they know what they’re talking about before speaking. Needs a lot of certainty and structure in their work so that it meets very high, specific quality standards.

Understanding the technical aspects of own work well, is capable of exercising ingenuity in problem-solving within the limits of specialized expertise and training. Conservative and eager to avoid risk, is cautious and skeptical about new ideas. Will be comfortable with established, approved systems, technology, organizational relationships, and people.


Employment History

Social Media Manager

Industry:

Others

Employment Period:

January 2020 to February 2023 (37 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Develop a comprehensive social media strategy aligned with page's goals and target audience. This includes determiningthe platforms to focus on, defining the content themes andformats, and setting specific campaign objectives.
  • Manage the budget allocated for social media advertising.
  • Utilize social media advertising tools to target specificaudience segments based on demographics, interests,behaviors, and other relevant criteria.
  • Engage with audience, respond to comments and messages,and build a positive relationship with followers. Encouragediscussions and user-generated content.

Financial Advisor

Industry:

Insurance

Employment Period:

March 2019 to December 2023 (57 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Helping clients achieve their financial goals and secure theirfinancial future.
  • Develop comprehensive financial plans for clients, taking intoaccount their short-term and long-term financial goals, suchas retirement planning, education funding, wealthaccumulation, and risk management.
  • Educate clients on financial concepts, investment strategies,and the importance of long-term financial planning.Empower clients to make informed financial decisions.
  • Provide ongoing support and assistance to clients with theirfinancial needs, such as policy servicing, account inquiries,and updates to financial plans.
  • Team Collaboration: Collaborate with other Sun Life advisors,specialists, and support staff to deliver comprehensivefinancial solutions and exceptional client service.

Online English Instructor

Industry:

Education

Employment Period:

June 2013 to September 2019 (75 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Prepare well-structured lesson plans that cover variouslanguage components, such as grammar, vocabulary,speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
  • Conduct live online classes or pre-recorded video lessons todeliver the planned content. Use interactive teachingmethods and technology tools to keep students engaged.
  • Evaluate students' language proficiency through quizzes,tests, assignments, and speaking exercises. Provideconstructive feedback to help students improve theirlanguage skills.
  • Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment thatencourages active student participation.
  • Encourage students to set language learning goals and tracktheir progress.
  • Provide motivation and praise for theirachievements to boost their confidence.

Sales Consultant

Industry:

Banking / Financial Services

Employment Period:

July 2006 to December 2011 (65 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with existing andpotential clients.
  • Develop a deep understanding of Citibank's products andservices, including loans and credit card products. Stay updatedon changes, features, and benefits of each product.
  • Participate in training programs and workshops to enhanceyour knowledge of products, sales techniques, and industry bestpractices.

Purchaser and Admin

Industry:

Others

Employment Period:

December 2011 to January 2013 (13 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Negotiate with vendors to secure favorable terms and pricingfor procurement contracts. Ensure cost-effectiveness withoutcompromising on quality.
  • Create and issue purchase orders for the required materialsbased on the project requirements and inventory levels.
  • Coordinate the logistics and shipping of purchased materialsto ensure timely delivery to project sites or warehouses.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all procurementactivities, including purchase orders, invoices, and deliveryreceipts.

Social Media Manager & Admin

Industry:

Property / Real Estate

Employment Period:

December 2020 to December 2022 (24 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Effectively handle the social media presence andadministrative tasks to promote the company's properties,engage with potential clients, and enhance its onlinereputation.
  • Maintain an up-to-date database of property listings,including details like property descriptions, images, videos,pricing, and availability status.
  • Organize and manage leads generated through socialmedia channels, website inquiries, and other sources. Followup with potential clients and nurture them throughout thesales process.
  • Communicate with clients, both buyers and sellers, throughvarious channels, such as email and direct messaging, toprovide updates, answer questions, and maintain a positiveclient experience.
  • Conduct market research to stay updated on real estatetrends, property values, and competition in the local market.Provide insights and recommendations to the real estateteam based on the research findings.

Social Media Manager

Industry:

Food & Beverage / Catering / Restaurant

Employment Period:

February 2023 to September 2025 (31 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • As the Social Media Manager at Australian Cookie Cutters, I handle everything related to our online presence from planning and creating content to engaging with our amazing community of bakers.
  • I come up with creative ideas for posts and campaigns that highlight our products, especially around seasonal events and baking trends.
  • I write captions that feel relatable and fun, making sure they match our brand’s voice and connect with our audience.
  • I also keep track of how our posts perform, look at what’s working, and use that insight to help grow our reach and boost sales.
  • Plan, create and schedule engaging social media content.
  • Develop creative campaigns for holidays, product launches and baking events.
  • Write captions and copy in Australian English that suit our brand tone.
  • Engage with followers, respond to messages and build community.
  • I also update the Shopify website store of my client. Monitor insights and track engagement, reach and conversions.

Education History

Field of Study:

Business Studies/Administration/Management

Major:

Marketing

Graduation Date:

March 31, 2006

Located In:

Philippines

License and Certification: :

N/A


Skills

ADVANCED ★★★

    Facebook Ads, Canva, Online advertising, Social Media Management, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Advertising,

INTERMEDIATE ★★

    eCommerce

Work at Home Capabilities:

  • Internet Bandwidth: Greater than 100mbps
  • Working Environment: Shared Room
  • Speed Test Result: https://www.speedtest.net/result/15622550667.png
  • Internet Type: DSL
  • Hardware Type: Laptop
  • Brand Name: Acer
  • Processor: 12 gen
  • Operating System: Windows 11

All-inclusive Rate: USD $13.56/hr

MAURICE

Candidate ID: 517765


ADVANCED

    C#, .NET, HTML, CSS...

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    PHP, AngularJS, Vuejs, WordPress...

Employment Preferences

Availability:
Part Time Full Time
Preferred Timezone:
Australian Western Standard Time Australian Central Standard Time Australian Eastern Standard Time New Zealand Daylight Time US Pacific Standard Time US Mountain Standard Time US Central Standard Time US Eastern Standard Time UK London
Hourly & Monthly Rate:
(inclusive of service fee)

*Plus GST for Australian Businesses

Part Time: $USD 13.56 per hour or $USD 1175.35 per month

Full Time: $USD 13.56 per hour or $USD 2350.70 per month

Remote Staff Recruiter Comments

Maurice has a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology. She also acquired NCII certification for Computer Hardware and Software way back in February 2011. She has been a full-stack developer for more than 7 years now. She has been working in Semiconductor and Manufacturing companies as a Web Developer, System developer, and Inspector of Quality control. She has previously supported Australian and US clients.  

She is responsible for the following tasks:
  • Designs, develops, and deploys new systems and websites
  • Delivering and uploading bulk data to their systems for their new clients
  • Maintaining and improving/enhancing the system based on clients' request/needs
One of her accomplished projects as a web developer was when she created an online approval system for both Purchasing and accounting departments. 

She also handled a project where she created a clinic monitoring system (queuing and prescription) using VB.net, HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, and SQL server

Her tech stacks include:
  • C#
  • Java
  • VBA
  • Node.JS
  • VueJS
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • Javascript
  • XML
  • React.JS
  • AngularJS
  • SQL
  • WordPress
  • AWS
  • GitHub
  • MS Azure DevOps
  • Basic knowledge in MongoDB
She can start ASAP and is amenable to working any shift schedule for full-time or part-time roles. 

Predictive Index Behavioral Profile- Controller

Strongest Behaviors
  • Careful with rules; precise, "by the book", fast-paced, and literal in interpreting rules, schedules and results.
  • Detail-oriented and thorough; works to ensure things don’t fall through the cracks, and follows up to ensure they’re done properly and on time.
  • Cautious; follows a well-established and proven plan to avoid making mistakes. Does the background research necessary to have proof to support decisions before action is taken.
Behavioral Summary

Maurice is a self-disciplined, conscientious person who will develop a high degree of expertise and skill in a specialized job. Has the drive to get things done right and in accordance with established standards of accuracy and quality.

A conservative and analytical person who respects traditional organizational values. Reserved, serious, and thoughtful about everything to be done, is a no-nonsense worker who worries about getting things exactly right. Never superficial, will make sure that she knows what she's talking about before speaking. Needs a lot of certainty and structure in her work so that it meets very high, specific quality standards.



 

Employment History

Web Developer

Industry:

Manufacturing / Production

Employment Period:

February 2023 to August 2023 (6 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Ensuring the quality output with 0 bugs or quality issues.
  • Work consistently and side-by-side with the PM and other team members to ensure that the objectives for customers are met.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, resolve issues and meet-customer satisfaction.
  • System modification and enhancement based on customer requirements. (C#, .Net)

System Developer-Engineer Specialist

Industry:

Semiconductor / Wafer Fabrication

Employment Period:

November 2017 to March 2023 (64 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for the development, design and implementation of new or modified system. (Java, C#, .Net)
  • Maintaining and improving the system based on client request and the computer networks, providing technical support and ensuring the whole company runs smoothly.

Inspector of Quality Control

Industry:

Semiconductor / Wafer Fabrication

Employment Period:

November 2015 to November 2017 (24 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Inspection of products using compound microscope, high power microscope and magnifying lens to be able to find the abnormality occurs in the product.
  • Prepare work procedures, quality standards and abnormality analysis report. Conduct Final outgoing inspection on fastener products ready for delivery.

SOFTWARE ENGINEER - BACKEND

Industry:

Consulting (Business & Management)

Employment Period:

September 2023 to February 2024 (5 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Creating, maintaining, testing, and debugging the entire back end of an application or system (C# and Node JS)
  • Responsible for designing efficient and scalable server-side systems. This involves understanding the requirements of the application and architecting solutions that meet those requirements
  • Design database schemas, write optimized queries, and ensure data integrity and security.
  • Identify performance bottlenecks, optimize code, and fine-tune database queries to improve system efficiency.

Education History

Field of Study:

Major:

Responsible for the development

Graduation Date:

February 2, 2023

Located In:

Philippines

License and Certification: :

N/A

Field of Study:

Computer Science/Information Technology

Major:

Information Technology

Graduation Date:

April 27, 2011

Located In:

Philippines

License and Certification: :

N/A


Skills

ADVANCED ★★★

    C#, .NET, HTML, CSS, SQL, React.js, Node.JS, VBA,

INTERMEDIATE ★★

    PHP, AngularJSVuejsWordPressAWSAzure DevOps

Work at Home Capabilities:

  • Internet Bandwidth: Between 5mbps to 100mbps
  • Working Environment: Private Room
  • Speed Test Result: https://www.speedtest.net/result/15118249967
  • Internet Type: Fiber
  • Hardware Type: Laptop
  • Brand Name: Lenovo
  • Processor: Intel Core I3
  • Operating System: Windows 10

All-inclusive Rate: USD $6.69/hr

Shang

Candidate ID: 517199


ADVANCED

    Administrative Support, Communication Skills, Blog Commenting, Call Handling...

INTERMEDIATE

    Appointment Setting, Research, Remote Troubleshooting, Sales Management...

Employment Preferences

Availability:
Full Time
Preferred Timezone:
Australian Western Standard Time Australian Central Standard Time Australian Eastern Standard Time US Pacific Standard Time US Mountain Standard Time
Hourly & Monthly Rate:
(inclusive of service fee)

*Plus GST for Australian Businesses

Full Time: $USD 6.69 per hour or $USD 1159.61 per month

Remote Staff Recruiter Comments

  • Maria took Development Communication in college and has been working since 2018. She was employed in telecommunications, BPO, education, and financial services. She served Australia and US-based customers.
  • She is proficient in performing the following:
    • Customer Support (phone, email, and chat)
    • Technical Support
    • Admin tasks
    • Cold calling
    • Researching
    • Data mining
    • Email management
    • Appointment setting
  • She used various applications and tools such as Microsoft Office Apps (Excel, Outlook, Word. PowerPoint, Teams), Google Workspace (Spreadsheets, Document), Salesforce, Ring Central, Zoho, Zimbra, Atlas, Canva, Samson, and Slack.
  • She is available to start immediately and is amenable to working the day shift, whether part-time or full-time.
Predictive Index Behavioral Profile - Artisan

Strongest Behaviors
  • Detail-oriented and precise; follow-through is deep and literal to ensure tasks were completed in accordance with quality standards.
  • Operationally, as opposed to socially, focused. Thinks, in specific terms, about what needs to be done and how to do it accurately and flawlessly; follows, in a literal way, that execution plan.
  • Focused; can concentrate on the task at hand for long periods. Quickly notices and understands technical matters more than social ones. Consistent and patiently thoughtful.
Behavioral Summary

Maria Teresa is thoughtful, disciplined, and particularly attentive to, careful of, and accurate with the details involved in the job. Identifies problems, and enjoys solving them, particularly within their area of expertise. Works at a steady, even pace, leveraging their background for the betterment of the team, company, or customer. Most effective and productive when they work within or close to their specialty and experience, and prefers to stick to the proven way.

Employment History

Technical Advisor

Industry:

Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPO

Employment Period:

November 2022 to May 2023 (6 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Performed diligent quality reviews across prototypes and in-progress manufacturing, identifying improvement areas and technical solutions.
  • Closely evaluated product faults and failures, troubleshooting effectively to determine accurate root causes.
  • Utilized exceptional fault-finding abilities to quickly identify technical issues, minimizing operational disruption.
  • Researched and designed diverse programmed updates and reviews, aiding improved technical capabilities.
  • Investigated reports of system errors to try to reproduce problems and trace faults.
  • Conducted tactical troubleshooting to identify faults.
  • Set up new workstations for users with proper cables, equipment and software.
  • Followed user guides and technical manuals to complete skilled repairs.
  • Monitored computer system performance and intervened in identified problems.
  • Educated service users on new software updates and system capabilities.
  • Documented actions taken using work order system •Resolved service user requests within target timeframes.
  • Kept detailed records of new installations and related licenses.

Customer Service Representative

Industry:

Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPO

Employment Period:

March 2022 to November 2022 (8 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Processed and issued product orders and service upgrades for customers.
  • Built rapport with customers through courteous and professional communications.
  • Assisted in fulfilment of customer orders placed in person, via email, online and by telephone.
  • Monitored customer surveys and feedback to develop corrective actions for service-related issues.
  • Maximized customer satisfaction by resolving service issues promptly.
  • Oversaw customer account inquiries, accurately providing information to resolve service complaints and guarantee customer satisfaction.
  • Addressed customer service enquires quickly and accurately.
  • Assisted customers with product-related questions, feedback and complaints.
  • Developed empathetic client relationships and earned reputation for consistently exceeding sales goals.
  • Provided friendly, attentive service by promptly responding to customer enquiries and processing order requests.
  • Supported customer satisfaction, addressing escalated complaints with diplomacy and acknowledgment.
  • Established warm and friendly rapport whilst interacting with customers by phone, email and on live chat.
  • Resolved customer queries over phone and by email.
  • Addressed technical difficulties by quickly identifying and troubleshooting customer issues to achieve timely first-time resolution.
  • Input customer information, call notes and personal data onto internal database.
  • Handled complaints calmly and professionally, providing appropriate solutions to promote  customer satisfaction.
  • Assisted customers with important purchasing choices, identifying needs and employing product expertise to make appropriate suggestions.
  • Followed up on customer issues, reaching out to verify satisfaction beyond initial communication. 

Administrative Assistant

Industry:

Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPO

Employment Period:

January 2022 to January 2023 (12 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Managed information on company databases for different organizational activities to track history and safeguard accurate information.
  • Performed administrative tasks, document management and report development for inter-departmental use.
  • Organized and stored hardcopy files.
  • Greeted visitors and appropriately directed to designated areas
  • Helped less experienced staff manage daily assignments.
  • Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages.
  • Updated client correspondence files and noted additions in file index.
  • Handled client correspondence and internal communications in professional manner.
  • Directed incoming mail, interoffice messages and packages to office recipients.
  • Received, sorted and directed incoming mail to maintain good communication channels.
  • Safeguarded sensitive and confidential data in compliance with security best practices.
  • Coordinated communications between various departments to schedule meetings and keep company informed on critical matters.
  • Planned office events by reserving venues, communicating schedules and coordinating setup.
  • Kept office operations running smoothly and efficiently by implementing procedure and policy improvements.
  • Received and responded to high-volume correspondence via email and live chat.
  • Managed document control duties to reduce errors and maintain accurate records.
  • Performed regular research and attended teacher networking events to stay updated on latest language developments.
  • Provided friendly, attentive service by promptly responding to customer enquiries and processing order requests.
  • Supported customer satisfaction, addressing escalated complaints with diplomacy and acknowledgment.
  • Established warm and friendly rapport whilst interacting with customers by phone, email and on live chat.
  • Resolved customer queries over phone and by email.
  • Input customer information, call notes and personal data onto internal database.

Customer Service Officer

Industry:

Telecommunication

Employment Period:

January 2018 to July 2020 (30 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Communicated with customers through phone calls, online chats and emails to assess customer needs and provide solutions.
  • Maintained excellent customer satisfaction by offering friendly, helpful and informative customer service.
  • Maintained excellent team relationships by helping colleagues during complicated or difficult customer calls.
  • Dealt with complex complaints and angry customers professionally and politely, resolving issues with favorable solutions.
  • Applied company policy and procedure to increase customer satisfaction.
  • Kept strong knowledge of product range details to efficiently answer customer questions.
  • Identified customer needs by listening attentively and connecting to relevant departments or personnel.
  • Built and maintained strong working relationships with colleagues to help deliver exceptional customer service.
  • Kept strong knowledge of company rules and policies to address returns, faulty products and delayed delivery issues.
  • Developed rapport with customers quickly to identify needs and provide solutions.
  • Contacted customers to provide updates on orders and purchases, updating CRM system with notes on conversation.
  • Provided customers with advice and guidance to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Identified problem areas for customer care department and presented ideas for improvement.
  • Answered customer queries on new products, services and sales offers to increase sales.

Cold caller

Industry:

Insurance

Employment Period:

April 2022 to October 2022 (6 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Cold calling specific clients, doing outbound calls and documenting clients information.
  • Doing multitasking.

ESL Teacher

Industry:

Education

Employment Period:

January 2023 to June 2023 (5 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Consulted with other professionals to help students with learning disabilities or problems of social adjustment.Conducted in-depth assessments, providing feedback on grammar, syntax, spelling and punctuation to increase learning development.
  • Created audio, visual and written teaching materials to assist in teaching English.
  • Built extensive and long-lasting student relationships to create classroom environments conducive to learning.
  • Provided international students with English language skills to improve communicative ability in speaking, listening, reading and writing.
  • Held regular verbal and written exams for students to examine learning development and assess difficulties.
  • Managed allotted learning time to maximize student achievement.

Virtual Assistant ( Part-Time)

Industry:

Banking / Financial Services

Employment Period:

September 2022 to May 2023 (8 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Cold calling 
  • Handle data entry 
  • Administrative task
  • Sending emails in behalf of client 

English Second Language Teacher

Industry:

Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPO

Employment Period:

March 2022 to September 2022 (6 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Applied active listening to identify and solve problems, facilitate learning for students and build student confidence.
  • Consulted with other professionals to help students with learning disabilities or problems of social adjustment.
  • Conducted in-depth assessments, providing feedback on grammar, syntax, spelling and punctuation to increase learning development.
  • Created audio, visual and written teaching materials to assist in teaching English.
  • Built extensive and long-lasting student relationships to create classroom environments conducive to learning.
  • Provided international students with English language skills to improve communicative ability in speaking, listening, reading and writing.
  • Held regular verbal and written exams for students to examine learning development and assess difficulties.
  • Managed allotted learning time to maximize student achievement.
  • Developed and enforced classroom code of conduct to maintain order during lessons.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to develop creative, innovative and educational curriculums, teaching aids and field trips.
  • Maintained complete and accurate records of students' progress to comply with administrative requirements.
  • Counselled students with academic difficulties and behavioral problems for improved outcomes.
  • Conducted in-depth assessments into children's work, providing feedback on grammar, syntax, spelling and punctuation to increase learning development.
  • Coordinated and attended parent-teacher meetings to update parents on student language progress, strengths and weaknesses for improvement.
  • Performed regular research and attended teacher networking events to stay updated on latest language developments. Provided friendly, attentive service by promptly responding to customer enquiries and processing order requests.

Education History

Field of Study:

Mass Communications

Major:

Journalism

Graduation Date:

March 31, 2017

Located In:

Philippines

License and Certification: :

N/A


Skills

ADVANCED ★★★

    Administrative Support, Communication Skills, Blog Commenting, Call Handling, Calendar Management,

INTERMEDIATE ★★

    Appointment Setting, Research, Remote Troubleshooting, Sales ManagementPhoto EditingCanvaGoogle Maps APIAdobe Photoshop Lightroom

Work at Home Capabilities:

  • Internet Bandwidth: Between 5mbps to 100mbps
  • Working Environment: Private Room
  • Speed Test Result: N/A
  • Internet Type: Fiber
  • Hardware Type: Desktop
  • Brand Name: Built-in
  • Processor: AMD Ryzen 5
  • Operating System: Windows 11

All-inclusive Rate: USD $9.64/hr

Andrew

Candidate ID: 515458


ADVANCED

    Customer Support, Technical Support, Microsoft Office...

INTERMEDIATE

    MySQL, Data Analysis, Microsoft SQL Server 2008, PostgreSQL...

Employment Preferences

Availability:
Part Time
Preferred Timezone:
Australian Western Standard Time Australian Central Standard Time Australian Eastern Standard Time New Zealand Daylight Time Hawaii Standard Time Alaska Standard Time US Pacific Standard Time US Mountain Standard Time US Central Standard Time US Eastern Standard Time UK London
Hourly & Monthly Rate:
(inclusive of service fee)

*Plus GST for Australian Businesses

Part Time: $USD 9.64 per hour or $USD 835.04 per month

Remote Staff Recruiter Comments

Drew has a background in Computer Engineering. He has more than 10 years of extensive experience in the BPO industry handling different roles such as Technical Support Representative, Team Leader, Team Coach, Talent Acquisition Specialist, and Safety Investigation Specialist. He has more than 8 years of experience as a Technical Support Specialist where he resolved issues via phone (inbound and outbound calls) and email, basic to advanced troubleshooting, diagnosing and resolving hardware and software issues, customer product guidance, and managing agents. He is also proficient in doing the following:
  • Data encoding
  • Agent Coaching
  • Recruitment & Selection
  • Incident Investigation
  • Data Analytics
  • Graphics Designing
He has experience working closely with clients from the US, Australia, and New Zealand.
He is adept at using the following tools:
  • Atlassian JIRA
  • Salesforce
  • Canva
  • Tableau
  • PostgreSQL
  • Microsoft Server Management Studio
  • Google Sheets
  • Zoom
  • Slack
  • Python (Basic functions and commands)
He needs 2 weeks' notice to start
He is amenable to working any shift schedule for full-time or part-time roles. 

Predictive Index Behavioral Profile- Specialist

Strongest Behaviors
  • Detail-oriented and precise; follow-through is deep and literal to ensure tasks were completed in accordance with quality standards.
  • Cautious; follows a well-established and proven plan to avoid making mistakes. Does the background research necessary to have proof to support decisions before action is taken.
  • Careful with rules; precise, "by the book", fast-paced, and literal in interpreting rules, schedules and results.
Behavioral Summary

Andrew is a very conscientious person, particularly attentive to, careful of, and accurate with the details involved in the job. Identifies problems, and enjoys solving them, particularly within own area of expertise.

Reserved, serious, and always concerned with the exact correctness of the work. Self-discipline, sense of duty, and respect for authority and tradition are strong qualities in Andrew, who takes responsibilities very seriously.


 

Employment History

Data Entry/Reports Specialist

Industry:

Transportation / Logistics

Employment Period:

March 2002 to January 2004 (22 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Encode data into spreadsheets and various MS Office applications, checking data for accuracy, completeness, consistency, and quality before encoding it.
  • Reviewing and correcting errors in the encoded data
  • Collate all the data encoded and make sure duplicates and incorrect information are removed and corrected
  • Provide sufficient and accurate reports on the delivery of billing statements to the client’s subscribers on time and supervise other co-workers in making delivery reports

Technical Support Representative

Industry:

Computer / Information Technology (Hardware)

Employment Period:

January 2004 to March 2006 (25 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Respond to customer inquiries and troubleshoot technical issues via phone in a timely and professional manner.
  • Diagnose and resolve hardware and software issues, including installation and configuration of applications, operating systems, and drivers.
  • Guide customers through the use of their products and services, providing instructions, tips, and best practices.
  • Escalate issues to higher-level support as necessary and follow up on open tickets to ensure timely resolution.
  • Maintain accurate and detailed records of customer interactions, issues, and resolutions in a customer relationship management (CRM) system.

Technical Support Representative

Industry:

Computer / Information Technology (Hardware)

Employment Period:

March 2006 to August 2008 (28 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for providing the first line of telephone support for hardware and software applications for customers.
  • Answers simple to complex questions about installation, operation, configuration, and customization of pre-installed software.
  • Applies basic diagnostic techniques to identify problems, investigate causes, and recommend solutions to correct common failures.
  • Continuously expand knowledge of products and services, staying up-to-date on new releases, features, and troubleshooting techniques.
  • Consistently hit and exceed target KPIs

Technical Support Representative

Industry:

Telecommunication

Employment Period:

August 2008 to September 2011 (36 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Conduct broadband line checks for requesting customers for a telecommunications company based in New Zealand
  • Follow up on customers via phone call or email, letting them know the results
  • Provide troubleshooting for new broadband customers, making sure they have an internet connection upon broadband installation

Team Coach

Industry:

Telecommunication

Employment Period:

September 2011 to January 2013 (15 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Ensure that calls are handled professionally.
  • Provide direction and guidance to guarantee consistent achievement of key performance metrics
  • Achieve, measure, report, and communicate metric goal attainment for assigned team
  • Ensure accurate and timely communication of client and campaign issues to Manager Site Operations.
  • Consistently achieve goals for number of call monitoring per week and scores for assigned team of customer service agents.
  • Coach, mentor and develop agent team for skills expansion and promotional opportunities.
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Team Leader

Industry:

Telecommunication

Employment Period:

January 2013 to June 2016 (41 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Gather data from spreadsheets produced by subordinate associates, clean and analyze the data, create presentations that have charts, graphs, and insights that are presented in weekly and monthly business reviews, keeping the client informed and up to date about the team's performance.
  • Establish operations objectives and work plans, delegate assignments to subordinate associates when necessary, and conduct regular meetings to improve productivity, product knowledge, and customer satisfaction.
  • Efficiently coach associates in meeting the metrics
  • Manage and drive performance from the Associates in meeting SLAs and KPIs
  • Any other responsibilities assigned by the direct supervisor/manager

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Industry:

Human Resources Management / Consulting

Employment Period:

July 2016 to July 2017 (11 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Work closely with the hiring managers to gain a thorough understanding of the needs of the position and develop/execute effective recruitment plans for each requisition
  • Use creative sourcing techniques to procure candidates
  • Present a pool of candidates that the client will interview and possibly hire before the target date.

Safety Investigations Specialist II

Industry:

Computer / Information Technology (Software)

Employment Period:

August 2017 to June 2025 (94 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Conduct secondary investigation about motor vehicle accidents or any related accidents of driver-partners and riders that happen during the trip or while online on the platform.
  • Create, modify, and sometimes, escalate JIRAs related to the accident
  • Manage daily queues by assigning JIRAs to the team (Previous Role) Safety Investigations Specialist I
  • Evaluate complaints lodged against users and reject the accounts of users who have breached established policy thresholds based on the company's adjudication workflows
  • Effectively communicate and provide insights on team member's questions in the chat group
  • Consistently achieve target KPIs which contribute to the team's overall performance (Previous Role) Incident Response Team
  • A customer-facing role that responds to safety-related incidents sent by app users promptly, ensuring resolution in every case handled.
  • Achieve superb CSAT scores using effective and efficient customer service skills

Admin Assistant

Industry:

Healthcare / Medical

Employment Period:

May 2025 to January 2026 (8 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

Client Enquiries and Communication •Respond to enquiries via phone, email, and website contact forms in a timely, warm, and professional manner 05/2025 – 01/2026 •Provide clear and accurate information about assessment options, fees, payment plans, referrals, and Telehealth services •Answer incoming phone calls and direct enquiries appropriately •Maintain a supportive, empathetic, and neurodiversity-affirming communication style at all times •Follow up clients regarding forms, questionnaires, service agreements, and outstanding requirements Scheduling and Client Coordination •Schedule intake sessions, diagnostic interviews, and feedback appointments across clinicians •Manage calendars and appointment availability with no waitlist workflows •Coordinate rescheduling and cancellations with sensitivity and professionalism •Ensure client records are accurate and up to date prior to appointments Administrative and Operational Support •Prepare and send service agreements, invoices, and payment plan documentation •Track payments and follow up outstanding invoices in line with internal processes •Maintain accurate client records and internal trackers •Support clinicians by ensuring all required documentation is completed and collated Data Collection and Reporting •Gather operational and performance data including enquiries, bookings, assessments completed, cancellations, and capacity utilisation •Maintain internal spreadsheets and tracking tools •Translate business performance data into visual dashboards using Looker Studio •Assist management by providing regular insights on trends, capacity, and service demand Compliance and Quality Support •Ensure administrative processes align with company policies and confidentiality requirements •Support consistent and high-quality client experience across all communication channels •Contribute to process improvements and workflow efficiencies •Coordinate rescheduling and cancellations with sensitivity and professionalism •Ensure client records are accurate and up to date prior to appointments

Education History

Field of Study:

Computer Science/Information Technology

Major:

Computer Technology

Graduation Date:

June 27, 2002

Located In:

Philippines

License and Certification: :

N/A

Field of Study:

Computer Science/Information Technology

Major:

Computer Engineering Technology

Graduation Date:

March 25, 2004

Located In:

Philippines

License and Certification: :

N/A

Field of Study:

Computer Science/Information Technology

Major:

Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate

Graduation Date:

April 7, 2023

Located In:

Philippines

License and Certification: :

Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate


Skills

ADVANCED ★★★

    Customer SupportTechnical SupportMicrosoft Office

INTERMEDIATE ★★

    MySQLData AnalysisMicrosoft SQL Server 2008PostgreSQLMicrosoft Excel

Work at Home Capabilities:

  • Internet Bandwidth: Greater than 100mbps
  • Working Environment: Private Room
  • Speed Test Result: https://www.speedtest.net/result/15238750758
  • Internet Type: Fiber
  • Hardware Type: Laptop
  • Brand Name: HP
  • Processor: 11th Gen Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-1135G7 @ 2.40GHz 2.40 GHz
  • Operating System: Windows 11

All-inclusive Rate: USD $11.60/hr

Beatriz

Candidate ID: 515409


ADVANCED

    Project Planning, Material Cost Estimation, Interior Design, Architecture...

INTERMEDIATE

    .NET 2.0...

Employment Preferences

Availability:
Part Time Full Time
Preferred Timezone:
Australian Western Standard Time Australian Central Standard Time Australian Eastern Standard Time US Pacific Standard Time
Hourly & Monthly Rate:
(inclusive of service fee)

*Plus GST for Australian Businesses

Part Time: $USD 11.60 per hour or $USD 1005.19 per month

Full Time: $USD 11.60 per hour or $USD 2010.39 per month

Remote Staff Recruiter Comments

Bea has a bachelor's degree in Architecture and has been a registered Architect since 2022. She has been in the construction industry for around 5 years and has handled different roles such as Quantity Surveyor, Project-In-Charge, and Creative & FFE Designer. She has experience supporting clients from Texas, Mexico, and Greece. Her expertise is in line with Estimation, Project Coordination, and Interior design. She is mostly exposed to ground-up construction projects.

She was involved in a range of local and international projects, primarily focusing on residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. Her responsibilities encompassed design conceptualization, design development, drafting construction drawings, coordinating trades, estimating costs, and overseeing site implementation.

She possesses proficiency in creating construction drawings and detailing using AutoCAD and Revit.

She is adept at doing the following:
  • Creating production drawings alongside estimation of paintings, wall coverings, floors, special finishes and etc.
  • Changing orders and additional biddings for projects
  • Handling and coordinating with foreign subcontractors and translating different construction standard details
  • Planning, specifying, and choosing materials for construction of offices
  • Project scheduling and cash flow utilizing
  • Creating architectural visualizations and layouts
She is also a former remote contractor of Remote Staff where she handled the task of quantity surveying paintings and wallcoverings.
She is proficient in using the following: 
  • Planswift (4 years)
  • Microsoft Excel (7 years)
  • AutoCAD (7 years)
  • SketchUp
  • Enscape
  • Lumion
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Adobe Premiere
She can start by April first week. 
She is amenable to working any shift schedule for full-time or part-time roles.

Predictive Index Behavioral Profile- Strategist 

Strongest Behaviors

  • Independent in putting forth their own ideas, which are often innovative and, if implemented, cause change. Resourcefully works through or around anything blocking completion of what they want to accomplish; aggressive when challenged.
  • Careful with rules; precise, "by the book", fast-paced, and literal in interpreting rules, schedules and results.
  • Detail-oriented and thorough; works to ensure things don’t fall through the cracks, and follows up to ensure they’re done properly and on time.
Behavioral Summary

Bea is an intense, results-oriented, self-starter whose drive and sense of urgency are tempered and disciplined by a concern for the accuracy and quality of the work. Her approach to activities and responsibilities will be well-thought-out, based on thorough analysis and detailed knowledge of all pertinent facts.

Strongly technically-oriented, has confidence in own professional knowledge and ability to get things done quickly and correctly. With experience, will develop a high level of expertise and will be very aware of mistakes committed by self or others. Bea takes work and responsibilities very seriously and expects others to do the same.

 


 

Employment History

Art Teacher

Industry:

Education

Employment Period:

April 2015 to June 2015 (2 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Led activities like painting and drawing to reinforce learning. Encouraged student creativity and self-expression through art.
  • Managed a well-stocked art room and ordered materials and supplies as needed.

Cad Operator

Industry:

Construction / Building / Engineering

Employment Period:

April 2016 to June 2016 (2 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • I was tasked with preparing and keeping up-to-date Computer-Aided Design/CAD drawings and plans.
  • Communicating with supervisors to finalize designs and drawing changes as well as, ensuring all designs and drawings are in accordance with company standards and local regulations.

Internship

Industry:

Construction / Building / Engineering

Employment Period:

March 2017 to August 2017 (5 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  •  Was tasked to provide the day-to-day reporting of the project site, which in turn honed my technical skills, from theory to practice.
  • I was part of the weekly coordination meetings, wherein I learned the construction flow in terms of managing a project, providing technical reports and drawings, and assessing the project schedule.

Quantity Surveyor & Project-in-Charge

Industry:

Construction / Building / Engineering

Employment Period:

May 2018 to August 2021 (39 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • I was exposed to constructing a building from the ground up.
  • Being the project-incharge of the project, I implemented quality control processes for projects to ensure adherence to predetermined criteria.
  • Coordinated with teams of engineers, architects, subcontractors, and other relevant professionals to drive projects to successful completion on time and within budget.
  • Identified and documented risks associated with projects, and developed processes to mitigate and manage them.
  • Monitored and reported on the progress of projects, provided meaningful feedback, and issued reports outlining project successes and shortcomings.

Project in Charge & Quantity Surveyor

Industry:

Construction / Building / Engineering

Employment Period:

July 2021 to October 2022 (15 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Handled interior fit-out projects in terms of construction drawings, quantity surveying, and project coordination with implementation and different trades.
  • Assessed various project sites before implementation and coordinated with the designers regarding the actual conditions of the site.
  • Also handled international interior fit-out projects located in Texas and Mexico wherein subcontractor negotiation and coordination were required.

Senior Creative & FFE Designer

Industry:

Construction / Building / Engineering

Employment Period:

November 2022 to August 2023 (8 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Handled office space planning and interior design for various companies.
  • Designed innovative concepts for the full-service product development cycle.
  • Brainstormed fresh ideas for visually appealing and functional design concepts.
  • I was also involved in putting together and presenting materials boards to clients, as well as specifying furniture and fixtures for projects.

Estimator

Industry:

Construction / Building / Engineering

Employment Period:

September 2023 to November 2023 (2 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Planswift Quantity Survey
  • Estimating – Painting & Wallcoverings

3D Architectural Project Manager

Industry:

Consulting (IT / Science / Engineering & Technical)

Employment Period:

March 2024 to May 2024 (2 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Attaining briefs and relevant files to deliver to our team of highly qualified artists for production 
  • Managing client communication and feedback 
  • Detailed analysis of supplied documentation for production 
  • Managing time frames and project deadlines 
  • Coordinating other suppliers such as outsourced photographers, Film Crews, Voice Over Talents and other suppliers 
  • Manage the production of our Architectural Models with our production team • Manage client interaction and proactively problem solve 
  • Identify Production issues and report to Upper Management 
  • Detailed reporting of projects that fall behind scheduling 
  • Proactively contacting clients for feedback on deliverables 
  • Working in conjunction with Sales Managers in building client relations

Education History

Field of Study:

Major:

Graduation Date:

March 2, 2013

Located In:

Philippines

License and Certification: :

N/A

Field of Study:

Architecture

Major:

Architecture

Graduation Date:

April 1, 2018

Located In:

Philippines

License and Certification: :

N/A


Skills

ADVANCED ★★★

    Project Planning, Material Cost Estimation, Interior Design, Architecture, Drafting, Quantity Surveying, Project Management, AutoCAD, PlanSwift, Microsoft Excel,

INTERMEDIATE ★★

    .NET 2.0

Work at Home Capabilities:

  • Internet Bandwidth: Greater than 100mbps
  • Working Environment: Shared Room
  • Speed Test Result: https://www.speedtest.net/result/15071251765
  • Internet Type: Fiber
  • Hardware Type: Laptop
  • Brand Name: Asus
  • Processor: AMD Ryzen 7 4800H
  • Operating System: Windows 11

All-inclusive Rate: USD $12.58/hr

Viva

Candidate ID: 514063


ADVANCED

    Bank Reconciliation, Accounts Payable Management, Accounts Receivable Management...

INTERMEDIATE

    Accounting...

Employment Preferences

Availability:
Part Time Full Time
Preferred Timezone:
Australian Western Standard Time Australian Central Standard Time Australian Eastern Standard Time New Zealand Daylight Time
Hourly & Monthly Rate:
(inclusive of service fee)

*Plus GST for Australian Businesses

Part Time: $USD 12.58 per hour or $USD 1090.27 per month

Full Time: $USD 12.58 per hour or $USD 2180.54 per month

Remote Staff Recruiter Comments

Viva  is an accounting professional with over 14 years of combined corporate and freelance experience, including 5 years supporting international clients, primarily in the Australian accounting and taxation space. Her background includes end-to-end accounting services, intercompany reconciliation, payroll processing, internal audit, and tax compliance for both local and offshore entities. She holds a Xero Advisor Certification and has approximately 4 years of hands-on Xero experience, including migrating from Wave to Xero, setting up chart of accounts, and ATO lodgment.

Her experience spans various industries such as manufacturing, real estate and leasing, logistics, accounting and advisory services, and BPO firms, making her versatile and adaptable to different financial environments. She has worked with accounting firms and tax advisory firms in Australia, handling multiple client books, preparing Business Activity Statements (BAS), Income Activity Statements (IAS), Single Touch Payroll (STP), and income tax returns for individuals, companies, and trusts.


Work Experience Summary:

Australian Accounting & Tax Experience:

  • End-to-end accounting and payroll processing using Xero
  • Experienced in preparing and lodging BAS, IAS, STP, and ITRs
  • Supported both internal company accounting and external client compliance
  • Worked on AU accounts in the creative, advisory, and SaaS sectors
  • Handled system migration and cleanup from Wave to Xero for Canadian expansion of an AU company
  • Assisted in tax planning and provided insights for tax-saving strategies

Industry Exposure:

  • Manufacturing, Real Estate, Brokerage/Transportation, Education, Professional Services, BPO
  • Handled audit and compliance for multi-branch logistics and facility management

Tools & Software Proficiency:

  • Xero (Certified Advisor; 4 years hands-on)
  • QuickBooks Online
  • DEXT, HubDoc, PayApps, and other Xero-integrated platforms
  • Wave (for transition/migration to Xero)
  • FAT accounting system (used in earlier local roles)

Technical Skills & Responsibilities:
  • Bookkeeping & General Ledger Reconciliatio
  • Tax Compliance & ATO Lodgment (BAS, IAS, ITR, STP)
  • Payroll Setup and Processing (AU shift, timesheet verification, superannuation)
  • Software Migration and Chart of Accounts Setup
  • Invoice Processing via HubDoc, DEXT, PayApps
  • Internal Audit and Financial Controls
  • Financial Reporting for multi-entity and intercompany transactions
She can start immediately and is amenable to part-time arrangement.

Predictive Index Behavioral Profile - Scholar

Strongest Behaviors
  • Detail-oriented and precise; follow-through is deep and literal to ensure tasks were completed in accordance with quality standards.
  • Operationally, as opposed to socially, focused. Thinks, in specific terms, about what needs to be done and how to do it accurately and flawlessly; follows, in a literal way, that execution plan.
  • Focused; can concentrate on the task at hand for long periods. Quickly notices and understands technical matters more than social ones. Consistent and patiently thoughtful.
Behavioral Summary

Viva Mercedes is a serious, introspective person and an analytical and disciplined thinker. Careful, thorough and very focused on their responsibilities.

Quiet and reserved in primarily social situations, this individual will express themself factually and specifically in talking about matters of which they have knowledge. With experience, will likely develop thorough, detailed knowledge and expertise in their particular field of training and experience.

  • Viva is an Accountant with 14 years of experience. After acquiring a degree in Accountancy, she joined the workforce and was employed in a local paper manufacturing company as an Accounting Assistant. Some of the other companies she engaged with are retail, outsourcing, and accounting firms where she worked with numerous clients in the property management, logistics, advertising, and entertainment industries. She had the opportunity to work with US and Australia-based clients.
  • At present, she helps a US-based client in their bookkeeping needs as a QuickBooks Reconciler. She works 10 hours per week on a flexible schedule.
  • Viva, through the years, has gained expertise with:
    • Accounts payable management
    • Accounts receivable management
    • Billing
    • Financial statement preparation
    • Bookkeeping
    • Bank account reconciliation
    • Monthly and quarterly preparation and lodgment of BAS and IAS
    • GST preparation
    • Payroll
    • Superannuation
  • She held progressive roles and as a supervisor, led 3 members under her supervision.
  • She has proficiency in navigating and using XPM, ATO Portal, ASIC, QuickBooks Online and Desktop, Xero, Wave, Dext, Microsoft Office Apps (Excel, Outlook, Teams), Asana, Tasks in a Box, and Slack.
  • She is a Certified Xero Advisor.
  • She can start immediately.
  • Viva prefers working the day shift to any part-time or full-time role.
Predictive Index Behavioral Profile - Scholar

Strongest Behaviors
  • Detail-oriented and precise; follow-through is deep and literal to ensure tasks were completed in accordance with quality standards.
  • Operationally, as opposed to socially, focused. Thinks, in specific terms, about what needs to be done and how to do it accurately and flawlessly; follows, in a literal way, that execution plan.
  • Focused; can concentrate on the task at hand for long periods. Quickly notices and understands technical matters more than social ones. Consistent and patiently thoughtful.
Behavioral Summary

Viva Mercedes is a serious, introspective person and an analytical and disciplined thinker. Careful, thorough and very focused on their responsibilities.

Quiet and reserved in primarily social situations, this individual will express themself factually and specifically in talking about matters of which they have knowledge. With experience, will likely develop thorough, detailed knowledge and expertise in their particular field of training and experience.


Employment History

Accounting Assistant

Industry:

Manufacturing / Production

Employment Period:

July 2009 to May 2011 (22 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Disbursement source document processing.
  • Handles resolution of expense report issues.
  • Assist BIR tax purposes requirements.
  • Conduct weekly/monthly Sales and Accounts Receivables Reports
  • Responsible for handling and releasing checks. 
  • Generate and review job order list and accounts executive commissions.

Accounting Officer

Industry:

Retail / Merchandise

Employment Period:

January 2012 to May 2013 (16 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Preparation of Financial Statements.
  • Directly reporting to VP-Finance 
  • Handles Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivables Reports
  • Prepare BIR tax remittances (1601E, 1601C, 2550M & 2550Q)
  • Generate and monitor FS Accounts (for Reconciliation)
  • Knowledge of FACT Accounting Software

Finance and Admin Supervisor

Industry:

Advertising / Marketing / Promotion / PR

Employment Period:

January 2019 to June 2019 (5 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • In charge of the processing of expenditure, disbursements and department budgets; Analyze cash flow, cost controls, and expenses.
  • Coordinate and prepare financial statements, financial reports, special analyses, and information reports.
  • Interact with other managers to provide consultative support to planning initiatives through financial and management information analyses, reports, and recommendations.
  • Organizes, files, and protects all accounting and finance documents including original registrations and licenses.
  • Involves in the creation and improvement of finance and accounting, and audit policies, process, and documentations.
  • Interfaces with internal and external auditors as necessary, i.e tax compliance.

Freelance Accountant/Bookkeeper

Industry:

Human Resources Management / Consulting

Employment Period:

June 2021 to December 2021 (6 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • To ensure accurate and proper filings while following federal and state guidelines
  • Notified admin of any new tax clients for the current year.
  • Given all documents and forms found in the tax portal using Taxdome.
  • Responsible for all returns take about 5-7 business days to process, however, this time does not start until after we have received all the documents.
  • Facilitate once return is completed it is now sent to a supervisor for a review (this can take up to 2 days to complete). The completed return will then be uploaded by Admin and locked until payment has been processed.
  • Assisting after completion of review the client will be asked to make payments (with the exception of the client receiving a refund who opt in the prep fees to be taken out of return).
  • Send the document to client, when payment is made the return will become available to the client for review and signature.
  • Work directly with the CEO of several companies.
  • Correspond directly with potential/ new clients while learning and acquiring new accounting skills.
  • Assist with production accounting

Accounting Supervisor

Industry:

Retail / Merchandise

Employment Period:

December 2019 to May 2021 (17 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • To ensure accurate and proper filings while following federal and state guidelines
  • Notified admin of any new tax clients for the current year.
  • Given all documents and forms found in the tax portal using Taxdome.
  • Responsible for all returns take about 5-7 business days to process, however, this time does not start until after we have received all the documents.
  • Facilitate once return is completed it is now sent to a supervisor for a review (this can take up to 2 days to complete). The completed return will then be uploaded by Admin and locked until payment has been processed.
  • Assisting after completion of review the client will be asked to make payments (with the exception of the client receiving a refund who opt in the prep fees to be taken out of return).
  • Send the document to client, when payment is made the return will become available to the client for review and signature.
  • Work directly with the CEO of several companies.
  • Correspond directly with potential/ new clients while learning and acquiring new accounting skills.
  • Assist with production accounting

Accountant

Industry:

Accounting / Audit / Tax

Employment Period:

June 2014 to January 2019 (55 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
  • Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
  • Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
  • Reviewed business operations and obligations to help organization function at acceptable level.
  • Prepare monthly Financial Statement
  • Balance Sheet and Income Statement account entries by compiling and analyzing account information.
  • Prepare monthly BIR Remittances and other Government Contributions 

Assistant Internal Auditor

Industry:

Transportation / Logistics

Employment Period:

September 2013 to February 2014 (5 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Audit the Following Departments:
    • Admin and Operations Reports
  • Finance and Other Related FS Supporting Documents
    • 9 PCBSI Branches (Puerto Princesa, Brooke’s Point, Coron, Dapitan, Dumaguete,San Jose, Larena, Iloilo and Surigao)
    • Prepare monthly Audit Findings and Observations
    • Knowledge of ISO Accreditation for Systems and Procedures

Senior Accountant

Industry:

Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPO

Employment Period:

January 2022 to June 2023 (17 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • For Customer Receipting : record customer payments weekly against relevant invoice(s) and prepare and maintain aged receivables
  • For Supplier Payments and Expenses : collate supplier invoices weekly/fortnightly/monthly payment runs, streamlining payment processes whenever possible using email rules and ReceiptBank; ensure all supplier bills are reviewed for correct coding and approved and ready for payment; record supplier payments in accounting software, against the relevant bill(s).
  • Reconciliation of Bank Accounts : prepare and reconcile monthly all bank, loan and credit card accounts
  • Monthly Reports : make end-of-month journals as required and prepare draft monthly financial statements with management reports for review
  • ATO Compliance : preparation and lodgment of monthly/quarterly Business Activity Statement (BAS) and Installment Activity Statement (IAS); Monthly/Quarterly reconciliation of BAS/IAS and any task deemed necessary by the management team as required

QuickBooks Reconciler

Industry:

Others

Employment Period:

January 2023 to January 2024 (12 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Reconciling accounts payable and accounts receivable balances with bank statements or other records to ensure that all transactions have been recorded accurately
  • Preparing financial statements, tax forms, and other reports using accounting software - Quickbooks
  • Reviewing credit applications to determine whether applicants are eligible for new loans or lines of credit
  • Processing bills by recording invoices received from suppliers or vendors on an accounting system database and submitting them to accounting staff for payment
  • Reviewing financial statements and other records to identify potential problems such as large discrepancies between cash received and cash spent
  • Preparing financial reports to track business performance over time, such as profit and loss statements and budgets
  • Ensuring that accounting records are kept up to date by entering new transactions into the system and retrieving old records as needed

Bookkeeper

Industry:

Accounting / Audit / Tax

Employment Period:

August 2024 to November 2024 (3 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Bookkeeper will be working with the client on accounting and admin tasks such as but not limited to:

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records for the clients
  • Support the Accountant by ensuring that all financial documentation and records are complete and organised, facilitating efficient tax preparation and compliance.
  • Work closely with the Accountant to address any financial discrepancies or questions that may arise.
  • Bookkeeping and reconciliation
  • Journal entries
  • BAS preparation
  • Some financial report
  • Tax returns
  • Document sorting
  • Handling calls from time-to-time
  • Adhoc tasks like appointment setting
  • Other admin tasks that can be assigned by the client

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Industry:

Accounting / Audit / Tax

Employment Period:

July 2023 to January 2024 (6 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Coordinating accounting functions and programs.
  • Preparing financial analyses and reports.
  • Preparing revenue projections and forecasting expenditure.
  • Maintaining and reconciling balance sheet and general ledger accounts.
  • Assisting with annual audit preparations.
  • Investigating and resolving audit findings, account discrepancies, and issues of non-compliance.
  • Contributing to the development of new or amended accounting systems, programs, and procedures.
  • Performing other accounting duties and supporting junior staff as required or assigned

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Industry:

Accounting / Audit / Tax

Employment Period:

March 2024 to November 2024 (8 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • For Accounts Receivable: Create and manage customer records, generate and send invoices, track outstanding receivables and reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies.
  • For Accounts Payable: Maintain supplier records and process invoices for payment, manage aging payables and ensure timely payments and reconcile supplier statements and address any issues.
  • For General Accounting: Accurately record financial transactions in Xero, maintain up-to-date financial records and bank reconciliations.
  • Monthly Payroll: Enter contractor invoices and manage timesheets, generate and manage pay runs, including pay slips and reconciliations, update employee records and ensure payroll compliance.
  • For Month-End Reconciliation: conduct bank, accounts receivable, and accounts payable reconciliations, verify and reconcile all general ledger accounts, review financial reports, ensuring accuracy and investigating discrepancies and prepare GST reconciliations and assist with BAS submissions.

Education History

Field of Study:

Finance/Accountancy/Banking

Major:

Accountancy

Graduation Date:

January 1, 2008

Located In:

Philippines

License and Certification: :

N/A


Skills

ADVANCED ★★★

    Bank Reconciliation, Accounts Payable Management, Accounts Receivable Management,

INTERMEDIATE ★★

    Accounting

Work at Home Capabilities:

  • Internet Bandwidth: Between 5mbps to 100mbps
  • Working Environment: Private Room
  • Speed Test Result: https://www.speedtest.net/result/15057480546
  • Internet Type: Fiber
  • Hardware Type: Laptop
  • Brand Name: Lenovo
  • Processor: AMD Ryzen 5
  • Operating System: Windows 11

All-inclusive Rate: USD $12.09/hr

Priscila

Candidate ID: 512355


ADVANCED

    QuickBooks, MYOB, Microsoft Dynamics...

INTERMEDIATE

    Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Xero...

Employment Preferences

Availability:
Part Time Full Time
Preferred Timezone:
Australian Western Standard Time Australian Central Standard Time Australian Eastern Standard Time New Zealand Daylight Time
Hourly & Monthly Rate:
(inclusive of service fee)

*Plus GST for Australian Businesses

Part Time: $USD 12.09 per hour or $USD 1047.73 per month

Full Time: $USD 12.09 per hour or $USD 2095.47 per month

Remote Staff Recruiter Comments

  • Precy is a Certified Public Accountant with 14 years of relevant experience. She is also a practicing lawyer for 5 years focusing on taxation, business, intellectual property, and labor laws. For more than a decade, she gets to explore a number of industries such as marketing, BPO, government, and accounting firms. In August 2020, she shifted to remote work and was a Virtual Accountant and Legal Assistant for 2+ years to a US-based real estate business and a Virtual Accountant to an Australian accounting and taxation consulting for 6 months.
  • She is proficient in performing the following:
    • Legal research
    • Drafting of notices and contracts
    • AU Payroll
    • Local and US tax compliance
    • Bookkeeping
    • Invoice audit
    • Accounts payable management
    • Account reconciliation
  • She is knowledgeable about BAS and GST.
  • Some of her employment milestones were:
    • Filed small claims cases for a US real estate client
    • Assisted the legal counsel in California and helped the firm apply for a renter's subsidy
    • Spearheaded the migration from personalized accounting software to QuickBooks
  • She managed up to 10 members as a Finance Manager.
  • She is well-versed with MYOB Advance, Xero, QuickBooks, MS Dynamics, SAP, JDE, Entrata, Microsoft Office Apps (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook), and Google Workspace.
  • She can start ASAP.
  • She is amenable to working the day shift in any part-time or full-time role.
Predictive Index Behavioral Profile - Guardian

Strongest Behaviors
  • Works at a faster-than-average pace, producing results in general accordance with schedules and “the book.”
  • Detail-oriented; typically makes and follows a plan to keep track of things and usually follows up to ensure completion.
  • Focused on operational efficiencies: thinks about what needs to be done and how it can be done quickly without losing quality. Impatient with routines.
Behavioral Summary

Priscila is unselfish, motivated by a strong sense of duty. Derives satisfaction from doing good work for the company or the team, and values recognition of their dedication and specialized skill. Cautious; takes work responsibilities very seriously. Does things the established or conventional way, and will make changes only when convinced, with hard evidence, that the new way will be better. In rolling out new changes, Priscila will be very tactical, thinking through exactly how it should be done, creating a complete plan, and having solutions to possible pitfalls. Decisions will be equally well thought-out.

Given sufficient experience, they will produce work of high quality, giving close attention to the accuracy of details. Stable and dependable; consistent in their actions and, if necessary, has sufficient patience to do work of a repetitive nature. Believes in having, and following, well-defined processes and procedures.

Employment History

Accountant

Industry:

Accounting / Audit / Tax

Employment Period:

November 2022 to April 2023 (5 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Collect and analyze financial information and prepare the necessary entries
  • Manage accounts payable and disbursement
  • Ensure all transactions are recorded in the books
  • Prepare payroll and month-end adjustments
  • Make weekly report for the management
  • Other accounting task or ad hoc duties that is assigned by the superior

Accountant and Legal Assistant/Researcher

Industry:

Property / Real Estate

Employment Period:

August 2020 to December 2022 (27 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Manage accounts payable & disbursement.
  • Responsible for checking the accuracy of the amount on the system of assigned accounts
  • Review and edit contracts and other legal documents
  • Prepare legal documents and assist external legal counsel for documentation and attachment
  • Conduct research into applicable tax, business or real estate law for a particular topic given.
  • Other accounting task or ad hoc duties that is assigned by the superior

Finance Manager/ In-House Legal Counsel

Industry:

Retail / Merchandise

Employment Period:

January 2017 to February 2020 (37 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Managed and oversaw the preparation of financial statements and monthly/annual sales from different media platforms.
  • Managed and supervised finance department employees, which has 4 units (Treasury, Accounts Payable and Purchasing, Sales and Accounting Units).
  • Maintained and oversaw all accounting procedures and processes and the compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for financial statements
  • Helped the management in their decision making
  • Oversaw the preparation of budgets, the financial analysis and interpreted complicated financial information for managers and executives and reported directly to the CEO
  • Advise on procedure and financial management as well as developing policies  
  • Oversaw the financial report for stockholders, taxes, regulatory agencies, and other financial groups relating to company finance

Consultant/Partner

Industry:

Accounting / Audit / Tax

Employment Period:

January 2012 to April 2020 (99 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • In- charged of handling and managing the services that we provide to our clients in various industries.
  • Responsible for checking that all the reports we submit to our clients are correct.
  • Responsible for verifying that all the remittances and returns we submit to BIR and other government agencies are correct.
  • Responsible in generating the Financial Statements for our clients for submission to Audit.
  • In-charged of dealing to Government agencies in behalf of our clients.

General Accountant

Industry:

Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPO

Employment Period:

February 2011 to April 2012 (13 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for the review and analysis of the bank transactions
  • Responsible for journal entries and recording of collections, disbursement and other transactions related to bank.
  • Responsible for the daily Bank Reconciliation, and Account Reconciliation Tracker.
  • Monitoring of Completion of Analysis and Reconciliation for RTR assigned accounts
  • Financial Analysis, Balance Sheet Reconciliation, Posting of Journal Entries
  • Other accounting and administrative functions and ad hoc duties as assigned from time to time by my superior.

Financial Analyst

Industry:

Oil / Gas / Petroleum

Employment Period:

December 2010 to January 2011 (1 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and analyze daily cash flow
  • Monitor and analyze the importation and accounts payable. Monitor and analyze the operating expenses and make necessary suggestions on how to minimize the
  • Other accounting and administrative functions and ad hoc duties as assigned from time to time by my superior

Assistant Accounting Supervisor

Industry:

Retail / Merchandise

Employment Period:

July 2010 to November 2010 (4 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for the supervision, review and checking of accounting transactions, preparation of financial statements and reports, payroll, computation of taxes and preparation of tax returns.
  • Responsible for reconciling and reviewing balance sheet accounts and making correcting entries, if necessary.
  • Assisted with audit requests to ensure compliance with GAAP accounting.
  • Analyzed & prepared accurate & timely financial statements of co-owned stores such as: comparative. PNL, Balance Sheet.
  • Analyzed the Balance Sheet Accounts to ensure that all accounts are properly accounted so that possible loss will be avoided.
  • Analyzed and reviewed thoroughly store expenses to avoid loss and establish accuracy of charges.
  • Reconciled store bank accounts to establish completeness of cash to avoid losses.
  • Reviewed budget inputs submitted by Store Managers to ensure correctness of income and expense projections based on established trends and current contracts.
  • Arranged settlement to suppliers. Prepares government regulatory reports.
  • Other accounting and administrative functions and ad hoc duties as assigned from time to time by my superior.

Researcher/Analyst

Industry:

Government / Defence

Employment Period:

October 2009 to June 2010 (8 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Organized, Processed and Analyzed data. 
  • Performed financial analysis of AFP budget department. Prepares government regulatory reports.
  • Performed audits or QA checks on all proofed transcripts, logging and categorizing errors correctly on the worksheet.
  • Conducted an ocular audit of the different headquarters of AFP in the different provinces across the nation with regards to provided personnel funds.
  • Other accounting and administrative functions and ad hoc duties as assigned from time to time by my superior.

Auditor Staff/ Accountant

Industry:

Accounting / Audit / Tax

Employment Period:

December 2008 to August 2009 (8 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Conducted audit of various accounts (Balance Sheet and Income Statement) of different clients/companies.
  • Prepared financial statements and full set of accounts.
  • Prepared government regulatory reports including tax returns.
  • Conduct Inventory & AR Audit in field areas.
  • Provided efficient assistance in establishing key internal control measures across all areas of operations through consistent monitoring, review and update of systems and procedures.
  • Assisted in the development of strategic proposals and initiatives based on report findings and business analyses to support and maintain the company’s integrity.
  • Identified internal control weaknesses, communicating weaknesses through the preparation of a management letter.
  • Conducted extensive qualitative and quantitative due diligence on industry and company factors independently.
  • Dedicatedly analyzed investment risks and rewards to assist the management in transaction process.
  • Performed financial statement analysis of company specific factors (leverage, profitability, interest rate coverage) to determine its financial flexibility, cash flow strength etc.

Education History

Field of Study:

Major:

Graduation Date:

January 2, 2016

Located In:

Philippines

License and Certification: :

N/A

Field of Study:

Finance/Accountancy/Banking

Major:

Accountancy

Graduation Date:

May 1, 2007

Located In:

Philippines

License and Certification: :

  • Certified Public Accountant

Field of Study:

Law

Major:

Law

Graduation Date:

May 1, 2015

Located In:

Philippines

License and Certification: :

  • Philippine Bar Passer


Skills

ADVANCED ★★★

    QuickBooksMYOBMicrosoft Dynamics

INTERMEDIATE ★★

    Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordXero

Work at Home Capabilities:

  • Internet Bandwidth: Between 5mbps to 100mbps
  • Working Environment: Private Room
  • Speed Test Result: https://www.speedtest.net/result/15009679052
  • Internet Type: Broadband
  • Hardware Type: Laptop
  • Brand Name: Dell
  • Processor: Intel Core i7
  • Operating System: Windows 11

All-inclusive Rate: USD $8.65/hr

Emmanuel

Candidate ID: 512173


ADVANCED

    Blender, Autodesk Maya...

INTERMEDIATE

    Adobe Flash, Adobe Flash Animation...

Employment Preferences

Availability:
Part Time Full Time
Preferred Timezone:
Australian Eastern Standard Time Australian Central Standard Time Australian Western Standard Time
Hourly & Monthly Rate:
(inclusive of service fee)

*Plus GST for Australian Businesses

Part Time: $USD 8.65 per hour or $USD 749.96 per month

Full Time: $USD 8.65 per hour or $USD 1499.92 per month

Remote Staff Recruiter Comments

  • Emmanuel Jr has been working for more than 15yrs as a 3D artist and animator, in Education, Media and Advertising Industries. He has a diploma and certificate in Creative Web Development using Flash and Dreamweaver and Animation using Maya. 
  • He started his career as a 2D artist until he became 3D Artist/Animator. He created 2D animation using Adobe Flash and Toon Boom Harmony. He did traditional drawings, storyboarding and character design. He produced video animation using final video rendering using Adobe After Effects. He was also tasked to create 3D Props, characters, vehicles and 3D Assets from modelling, textures, rigging and animation to final render using Blender. He also has experience in re-created 2D drawings to new characters and 3D assets.
  • He used the following:
    • Adobe Flash
    • Adobe Photoshop
    • Adobe After Effects
    • Blender
    • Toon Boom Harmony
    • Maya
  • He can Start ASAP and is Open for Full time and Part time positions.
Predictive Index Behavioral Profile - Promoter 

Strongest Behavior
  • Socially informal, extroverted, and outgoing; gets familiar quickly. Communicates in an uninhibited, lively, and adaptable manner, drawing others into the conversation.
  • Interested in people, building relationships, and teamwork rather than technical matters. Affable, optimistic, and easily trusting.
  • Focused on goals and the people needed to get there, not details or plans; frequently delegates details.
Behavioral Summary

Emmanuel is an outgoing, talkative, very friendly individual, a lively and stimulating communicator. A good mixer who is poised, active and responsive in social situations.

The complete extravert; informal and uninhibited in their behavior; understands people well and is capable of using that understanding to gain the friendship and cooperation of others. It is important to this individual to be liked and accepted, and they express themself to individuals or groups with warmth and enthusiasm. Easily understands and accepts other viewpoints, ideas, and feelings, and can be effective at getting diverse groups to come together and collaborate.


 

Employment History

Freelance 3D Rigging Artist

Industry:

Computer / Information Technology (Software)

Employment Period:

May 2023 to June 2023 (1 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for Creating rig for 3D VR assets to be used for an Online gaming using VR using Blender 3D.
  • Researching visual style, genre, and technologies to produce each individual project.
  • Applying motion capture to enhance performances. Identifying key scenes and sequences.
  • Transforming storyboards into animated sequences.

3D Artist/Generalist/Character Animator

Industry:

Entertainment / Media

Employment Period:

December 2022 to January 2023 (1 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Re-create 2d images provided or create a new design of characters, Props, Vehicles etc. into a 3D Assets from modelling, textures, rigging and Animation to final render depending on the client/project requires using Blender 3D.

3D Artist/Generalist/Character Animator

Industry:

Computer / Information Technology (Software)

Employment Period:

June 2022 to September 2022 (3 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Create 3D characters, Props, Vehicles etc. into a 3D Assets from modelling, textures, rigging and Animation to final render for in game animation Adds for the client/Game project requires using Blender 3D.

Lead 2D Character Animator

Industry:

Education

Employment Period:

February 2019 to June 2020 (16 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Review all scripts and assets needed for online learning content for pre-school and give feedback to the curriculum Head before creating the storyboard and animatics and create the character library/assets using adobe animate and set-up the scenes before producing the final video animation using Adobe Animate and produce the final video render using Adobe After Effects.

Teacher

Industry:

Education

Employment Period:

September 2018 to January 2019 (4 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Conduct and Supervise 12th Grade Students training for 2D Traditional animation using Pencils and papers in designing process in preparation for the 2D Digital Animation Training using Adobe Animate, Adobe Photoshop etc.

Toon Boom Animator (Freelancer)

Industry:

Entertainment / Media

Employment Period:

March 2016 to March 2017 (12 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Create 2D Digital Animation using Toon boom harmony based on the script, action given/required by the Client/Creative Director of the specific Project/Show.

Flash Animator

Industry:

Entertainment / Media

Employment Period:

September 2015 to March 2016 (6 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Create 2D Digital Animation using Adobe Flash/Animate based on the script, action given/required by the Client/Creative Director of the specific Project/Show.

Freelance Flash/Toonboom Animator

Industry:

Entertainment / Media

Employment Period:

August 2015 to March 2016 (7 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Create 2D Digital Animation using Adobe Flash/Toon boom harmony based on the script, action given/required by the Client/Creative Director of the specific Project/Show.

Quality Assurance Expert/Capacity Building In 2D/3D Animation

Industry:

Arts / Design / Fashion

Employment Period:

April 2012 to September 2014 (29 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Conduct Training in 2D/3D Digital animation for all Ethiopian local College Trainers under the Train the Trainers program for TVET sponsored by the German Government Fund for the Ministry of Education Ethiopia.
  • From Traditional Drawing, Storyboarding, character Design to Digital 2D using Adobe animate and MAYA 3D.

Freelance 2D Flash And 3D Animation Instructor

Industry:

Education

Employment Period:

August 2009 to February 2012 (30 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Conduct short course training in 2D/3D Digital animation Under TESDA Scholarship program for out of school youth and  career shifting Aspiring Animation artist from all ages

Freelance 2D Flash/Toon boom Animator

Industry:

Arts / Design / Fashion

Employment Period:

December 2006 to February 2012 (62 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Create 2D Digital Animation using Adobe Flash/Toon boom Harmony based on the script, action given/required by the Client/Creative Director of the specific Project/Show.

Freelance 2D Traditional Animator

Industry:

Arts / Design / Fashion

Employment Period:

March 2003 to January 2006 (34 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Create 2D Traditional Animation using based on the script, action given/required by the Client/Creative Director of the specific Project/Show.
 

All Around Artist/Puppteer In A Children Show A.T.B.P.

Industry:

Entertainment / Media

Employment Period:

November 1994 to March 1998 (40 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Create Animated Videos, Comic strips Stop Motion Animation for the Story Telling Segment of The TV show A.T.B.P. Based on the Scripts Provided by the Writer/Segment Producer.
 

Education History

Field of Study:

Art/Design/Creative Multimedia

Major:

Creative Web Development

Graduation Date:

February 28, 2005

Located In:

Philippines

License and Certification: :

N/A


Skills

ADVANCED ★★★

    BlenderAutodesk Maya

INTERMEDIATE ★★

    Adobe FlashAdobe Flash Animation

Work at Home Capabilities:

  • Internet Bandwidth: Between 5mbps to 100mbps
  • Working Environment: Private Room
  • Speed Test Result:
  • Internet Type: DSL
  • Hardware Type: Desktop
  • Brand Name: Customed
  • Processor: Intel Core i7
  • Operating System: Windows 10

All-inclusive Rate: USD $15.53/hr

Darell

Candidate ID: 511352


ADVANCED

    Elementor, DIVI Page Builder, WP Robot, Web Hosting...

INTERMEDIATE

    WordPress Development, WordPress Theme Customization, PSD to WordPress, Adobe Dreamweaver...

Employment Preferences

Availability:
Full Time Part Time
Preferred Timezone:
Australian Eastern Standard Time
Hourly & Monthly Rate:
(inclusive of service fee)

*Plus GST for Australian Businesses

Part Time: $USD 15.53 per hour or $USD 1345.50 per month

Full Time: $USD 15.53 per hour or $USD 2691.01 per month

Remote Staff Recruiter Comments

  • Darell brings over 20 years of professional experience in the Information Technology industry, primarily focusing on internet services and website development.
  • Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a robust ability to design, develop, and maintain dynamic websites using state-of-the-art technologies.
  • This depth of expertise makes him well-suited to supporting businesses, agencies, and SMEs in enhancing their online presence.
  • His projects include developing and managing various websites, integrating the latest tools and technologies to ensure responsive and user-friendly interfaces.
  • He has been instrumental in helping businesses connect with target audiences, aligning digital solutions with market demands.
  • Proficient in advanced website design and development technologies, He has applied these skills across diverse projects, achieving impactful results for clients in multiple sectors.
  • His expertise spans a wide range of tools and platforms relevant to contemporary digital marketing and web management.
  • He is available to start immediately.
Current Tech Stack: 
  • WordPress
  • HTML/CSS
  • Web Hosting Management
  • Domain/DNS Management
  • SSL/Website Security
  • Page Speed Optimization
  • Plugins: Elementor Pro, Divi
  • WP Rocket
  • Divi
  • Bricks

Predictive Index Behavioral Profile - Operator

Strongest Behaviors

  • Unhurried and deliberate, stable and will do things using the established process; finds it difficult to change these systems. Dependable, consistent and needs familiar environments and coworkers to be most productive.
  • Cooperative, easy-going, and agreeable in getting along with others. A focused, uncritical listener who won’t “rock the boat.”
  • Methodical, steady, and even-paced; loses productivity when interrupted.
  • Driven to protect the company against risk by thoroughly leveraging their background and strictly following “the book.”

Behavioral Summary

Darell is helpful, patient, and stable; works steadily and consistently. Respectful of established processes, standards, and policies, they will work within those standards to ensure repeated successes and high-quality results. He has the patience and tolerance required for routine work and can be relied on to do such work consistently and in a relaxed manner. Prefers having, and following, a well thought-out process to ensure success. If they are responsible for establishing the process, they will do so in a thoughtful, methodical manner, paying close attention to details and time-honored successes. Once established, they’ll expect that the process be followed consistently.


Employment History

Web Designer

Industry:

Computer / Information Technology (Software)

Employment Period:

February 2001 to February 2002 (12 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain websites for clients, ensuring optimal performance and user experience.
  • Design various marketing materials, including posters, flyers, and cards, to meet clients' advertising and branding needs.

Web Developer

Industry:

Entertainment / Media

Employment Period:

May 2002 to May 2004 (24 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Designed, developed, and maintained WordPress websites for company subsidiaries, ensuring brand consistency and operational efficiency.
  • Created and integrated custom applications and plugins to enhance website functionality and elevate user experience.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement design updates and technical enhancements.
  • Optimized website performance, ensuring fast load times and compatibility across devices.

Web Developer

Industry:

Transportation / Logistics

Employment Period:

May 2004 to March 2024 (237 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain the Intranet and CMS for various business units, ensuring efficient information flow.
  • Design, develop, and maintain company websites and applications for enhanced user experience.
  • Back up all websites and applications biannually for data integrity. Broadcast newsletters to 2GO subscribers for engagement.
  • Manage domain names and perform necessary administrative actions.
  • Implement SSL certificates for all websites and the intranet to enhance security.
  • Assist the Marketing team with web application needs. Administer SharePoint Site on the Cloud for smooth operations.
  • Design UI/UX for SharePoint On-Prem with a focus on usability.
  • Perform additional tasks based on skills and knowledge as needed.

Web Developer

Industry:

Banking / Financial Services

Employment Period:

April 2022 to November 2024 (31 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Developed and optimized the company website for enhanced functionality, responsiveness, and user experience, increasing user engagement.
  • Supported the Marketing team by creating visually appealing social media collateral, ensuring brand consistency across platforms.
  • Coordinated with third-party providers, managing website hosting, plugins, and integrations to meet dynamic project requirements.
  • Designed and maintained custom themes and templates tailored to client specifications.

IT Analyst

Industry:

Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPO

Employment Period:

December 2023 to October 2024 (10 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assigned to a leading Australian television company, delivering high-quality support and solutions.
  • Collaborate closely with clients using Jira for efficient project management, task tracking, and monitoring to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
  • Develop and update comprehensive training materials and guidelines for call center agents and trainers, utilizing Salesforce Content Management and Articulate Rise 360 to enhance learning experiences.
  • Design and update engaging graphics for training materials, ensuring a visually appealing and user-friendly presentation for learners.

Education History

Field of Study:

Computer Science/Information Technology

Major:

Computer Science

Graduation Date:

April 27, 2001

Located In:

Philippines

License and Certification: :

N/A


Skills

ADVANCED ★★★

    Elementor, DIVI Page Builder, WP Robot, Web Hosting, SSL, WooCommerce,

INTERMEDIATE ★★

    WordPress Development, WordPress Theme Customization, PSD to WordPress, Adobe DreamweaverAdobe PhotoshopHTMLCSSPHP

Work at Home Capabilities:

  • Internet Bandwidth: Greater than 100mbps
  • Working Environment: Private Room
  • Speed Test Result: https://www.speedtest.net/my-result/d/4e0ff451-f1e4-421e-96a2-97d6a66cdf75
  • Internet Type: Fiber
  • Hardware Type: Desktop
  • Brand Name: Custom Built
  • Processor: Intel i7 8086K
  • Operating System: Windows 11

All-inclusive Rate: USD $11.60/hr

Joan

Candidate ID: 511135


ADVANCED

    Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Java, Python...

INTERMEDIATE

    API...

Employment Preferences

Availability:
Part Time Full Time
Preferred Timezone:
US Eastern Standard Time Australian Eastern Standard Time Australian Central Standard Time Australian Western Standard Time
Hourly & Monthly Rate:
(inclusive of service fee)

*Plus GST for Australian Businesses

Part Time: $USD 11.60 per hour or $USD 1005.19 per month

Full Time: $USD 11.60 per hour or $USD 2010.39 per month

Remote Staff Recruiter Comments

Joan has been working in the IT industry for several years with a strong focus on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, holding roles such as AI Engineer, AI Developer, and ML Computational Analyst across industries including technology consulting, cybersecurity, and education. She began her career as a Web Developer before transitioning into AI/ML, where she has since built extensive experience in designing, training, and deploying machine learning models and AI-driven applications .

She has earned certifications on the following:
◦ Google Cloud Certified – Professional Machine Learning Engineer
◦ ChatGPT Prompt Engineering and Generative AI APIs (various certifications)
◦ Python for Data Science, AI & Development
◦ DevOps, Cloud Computing, and NLP-related certifications

She is highly proficient in machine learning and deep learning techniques, including CNNs, LSTMs, Transformers, and regression models, and is experienced in using Python along with frameworks and tools such as TensorFlow, FastAPI, Flask, and Google Cloud Vertex AI. She is also adept in handling large datasets using BigQuery and implementing model monitoring and performance optimization.

Some of the work she has done as an AI Engineer includes developing AI-driven systems such as career recommendation engines, AI security platforms, and computer vision-based applications. She has experience in full-cycle AI development—from data collection and preprocessing, feature engineering, and model training to deployment via APIs and microservices. Additionally, she has contributed to AI research, including published studies in areas such as malware detection, healthcare prediction models, and image classification.

Her experience also includes working with cross-functional teams, mentoring junior members, and serving as a subject matter expert in cloud-based data and AI tools. She has handled projects involving predictive analytics, natural language processing, computer vision, and AI security.

Her current overall tech stack includes:
Programming: Python
Frameworks/Tools: TensorFlow, FastAPI, Flask
Cloud & Data: Google Cloud (BigQuery, Vertex AI, Dataform)
Machine Learning: CNNs, LSTMs, Transformers, AutoML, Gradient Boosting
Deployment: API integration, microservices architecture
Data Processing: Data preprocessing, EDA, feature engineering, model monitoring
Other Tools: Figma (UI for AI platforms), Docker (basic DevOps exposure)

Overall, she is a strong AI Engineer/Specialist with both academic and industry-backed experience, capable of delivering end-to-end AI solutions and contributing to advanced AI initiatives.

She is available to work full-time.

Joan is a graduate of computer science. She is currently taking up a Master's Degree in Computer Science and will be able to finish it by December 2023. She has almost 5 years of relevant experience in different industries such as IT, Logistics, and Education. In her years of experience, she has already performed different roles such as Web Developer, IT Staff, Application Developer, Lecturer/Teaching Associate, and Artificial Intelligence Engineer. She is highly proficient in creating AI-based projects using Python programming language. She is also knowledgeable in the following:
  • Machine Learning
  • Deep Learning
  • Web Development
  • Application Development
  • Data Analytics/Data Science
She has already implemented different AI projects and three of her most notable projects include:
  • Sugarcane Disease Mobile Application Detector (AI-based)
A mobile application in which the camera will capture the sugarcane leaf using machine learning with a TensorFlow light API. It will classify what kind of disease is in the sugarcane leaf and it will appear in the mobile application. 
  • Coffee Specie Mobile Application Detector (AI-based)
A mobile application that will classify what kind of specie the coffee bean belong
  • Lung Disease Detector and Severity Classification Computer App (AI-based)
A web application that classifies the severity of the lung disease. The user can upload chest X-ray or CT Scan images of a person's lungs and it will classify what kind of lung disease the person has. 
Her tech stack includes
  • Python
  • C++
  • Java 
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Power BI
  • Tableau
  • ReactJS
  • GitHub
She can start immediately. 

Predictive Index Behavioral Profile- Persuader

Strongest Behaviors
  • Collaborative; works with and through others. Focused on team cohesion, dynamics, and interpersonal relations.
  • Detail-oriented; typically makes and follows a plan to keep track of things and usually follows up to ensure completion.
  • Teaches and shares; generally interested in working collaboratively with others to help out.

Behavioral Summary
 

Joan is an engaging, stimulating communicator, poised and capable of projecting enthusiasm and warmth, and of motivating other people.

Has a strong sense of urgency, initiative and competitive drive to get things done, with emphasis on working with and through people in the process. Understands people well and uses that understanding effectively in influencing and persuading others to act.


Employment History

WEB DEVELOPER IT STAFF

Industry:

Transportation / Logistics

Employment Period:

August 2018 to January 2020 (17 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

BAHAGHARI CARGO (FORMERLY KINETIC FREIGHT SOLUTIONS, INC.) Duties and Responsibilities: Provide comprehensive IT support, including hardware/software installation, configuration, and maintenance of computer systems Develop and maintain a web-based shipment tracking system to enhance logistics visibility. Perform regular system updates and backups to ensure operational integrity. Collaborate with management to improve IT workflows and automate freight monitoring processes. WORK EXPERIENCES - TEACHING

FREELANCER AI PROGRAMMER

Industry:

Computer / Information Technology (Software)

Employment Period:

November 2020 to December 2022 (25 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities: Collected and preprocessed diverse image datasets (waste types, organic materials, recyclables) for supervised learning tasks. Annotated datasets with bounding boxes and class labels to train object detection models. Trained and evaluated models such as YOLO, Faster R-CNN, and Mask R-CNN; optimized hyperparameters for accuracy and detection speed. Implemented end-to-end AI pipelines from dataset preparation to model deployment. Deployed trained models on mobile and web-based platforms for real-world applications (e.g., waste classification systems).

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND MACHINE LEARNING COMPUTATIONAL ANALYST

Industry:

Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPO

Employment Period:

October 2023 to February 2025 (16 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities: Appointed as Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Google Cloud Dataform, providing technical leadership and mentoring to team members. Utilize BigQuery to manage and transform datasets, improving data processing efficiency. Lead knowledge-sharing initiatives by creating and presenting technical sessions on emerging tools and best practices. Implement regression models using Google Vertex AI (AutoML), supporting predictive analytics initiatives. Establish Vertex AI Model Monitoring to proactively track model performance and ensure sustained accuracy over time. Explore datasets, inspect initial distributions, and check for potential biases or missing values. Write a proposal outlining different ML approaches to address the business problem and discuss feasibility with the team. Design, train, and evaluate machine learning models using state-of-the-art techniques and frameworks. Engineer new features based on domain knowledge (e.g., sentiment scores for NLP tasks or edge detection features for vision tasks). Select appropriate ML/DL models (e.g., CNNs for vision tasks, LSTMs/Transformers for NLP, or gradient boosting for structured data). Package model artifacts and integrate them into APIs or microservices using FastAPI/Flask. Contribute actively to both the Data Analytics and AI teams, supporting key business and technical objectives. JOAN MARIE VALE AI Engineer | AI Developer WORK EXPERIENCES - INDUSTRY

INSTRUCTOR PART TIME

Industry:

Education

Employment Period:

October 2024 to May 2025 (7 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

Courses being taught (BSCS & BSIT): 1. Logic Circuit and Design 2. Application Development and Emerging Technologies 3. Discrete Structures Prepare and deliver instructional presentations covering required course topics. Develop a comprehensive course module aligned with the learning objectives of each subject load. Design and implement assessment tools, including quizzes, activities, laboratory exercises, midterm, and final examinations. Serve as Thesis Adviser to Bachelor of Science in Computer Science students. Appointed as Course/Subject Coordinator, responsible for writing, reviewing, and updating course syllabi. JOAN MARIE VALE AI Engineer | AI Developer WORK EXPERIENCES - TEACHING

INSTRUCTOR IV

Industry:

Education

Employment Period:

April 2024 to July 2024 (3 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY - ALABANG Courses being taught: (BSCS & BSIT & BSBA) 1.Intelligent Systems 2.Linear Algebra 3.Discrete Mathematics 4.Data Analytics Prepare and deliver instructional presentations covering required course topics. Develop comprehensive course modules aligned with the learning objectives of each subject load. Design and implement assessment tools, including quizzes, activities, laboratory exercises, midterm, and final examinations. Serve as Thesis Adviser to Bachelor of Science in Computer Science students.

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ENGINEER PROJECT BASED

Industry:

Consulting (IT / Science / Engineering & Technical)

Employment Period:

January 2025 to August 2025 (7 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities: Development of the company's AI Security Platform Develop lab challenges that will allow users the opportunity to learn the key principles and practices to secure AI models, ensuring robustness against emerging threats Write a lab proposal outlining different ML approaches to address the security problem and discuss feasibility with the team. Design, train, and evaluate machine learning models using state-of-the-art techniques and frameworks. Engineer new features based on domain knowledge (e.g., sentiment scores for NLP tasks or edge detection features for vision tasks). Design the user interface of the developed lab challenges using Figma Package model artifacts and integrate them into APIs or microservices using FastAPI Stand-up meeting to discuss project updates, blockers, and priorities for the week Assigned to look for talented interns and train them on Deepfake and security awareness

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ENGINEER PROJECT BASED

Industry:

Employment Period:

January 2023 to May 2023 (4 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities: Collect and preprocess datasets (e.g., sugarcane leaves, coffee species, medical X-rays/CT scans), ensuring data quality and consistency. Conduct Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA) to detect class imbalance, anomalies, and image distribution issues. Clean and annotate image datasets (noise reduction, label correction, image filtering) to improve model performance. Develop and train AI models using CNN-based architectures; validated using metrics such as accuracy, precision, recall, and F1-score. Convert trained models to TensorFlow Lite (TFLite) or ONNX formats for deployment on mobile and embedded platforms using No-Code AI tools. Integrate real-time computer vision features (image capture, processing, and display) for prototype applications. Conduct testing and optimization to ensure efficient model inference on low-power devices.

GUEST LECTURER

Industry:

Employment Period:

August 2021 to May 2022 (9 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

Courses being taught: (BSECE & BSICE & BSCS & BSIT) 1. Computer Programming (Python) 2. Mobile Computing 3. Application Development and Emerging Technologies 4. Discrete Mathematics 5. Social Issues and Professional Practices Prepare and deliver instructional presentations covering required course topics. Develop comprehensive course modules aligned with the learning objectives of each subject load. Design and implement assessment tools, including quizzes, activities, laboratory exercises, midterm, and final examinations. TRAINING / CERTIFICATIONS 1. GOOGLE CLOUD CERTIFIED - PROFESSIONAL MACHINE LEARNING ENGINEER SERIES ID: 9758 2. USING DOCKER FOR DEVOPS: INTRODUCTION TO DOCKER ISSUER: SKILLSOFT 3. SOFTWARE TESTING FOR DEVOPS: DEVOPS TEST TOOLS ISSUER: SKILLSOFT JOAN MARIE VALE AI Engineer | AI Developer TRAINING / CERTIFICATIONS 4. CHATGPT PROMPT ENGINEERING EXAMPLES & USE CASES ISSUER: SKILLSOFT 5. ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND MACHINE LEARNING ISSUER: SKILLSOFT 6. JENKINS FOR DEVOPS: JENKINS CONFIGURATION FOR DEVOPS ISSUER: SKILLSOFT 7. THE LANGUAGE OF DEVOPS: DEVOPS TOOLS & PROCESSES ISSUER: SKILLSOFT 8. DEFINING CLOUD COMPUTING FOR DECISION-MAKERS: CLOUD COMPUTING PRINCIPLES ISSUER: SKILLSOFT 9. GENERATIVE AI APIS FOR PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS: AN INTRODUCTION ISSUER: SKILLSOFT 10. SITE RELIABILITY: ENGINEERING ISSUER: SKILLSOFT 11. SITE RELIABILITY: TOOLS & AUTOMATION ISSUER: SKILLSOFT 12. UNDERSTANDING BOTS: CHATBOT ARCHITECTURE ISSUER: SKILLSOFT 13. ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE: TYPES OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ISSUER: SKILLSOFT 14. NLP FOR ML WITH PYTHON: NLP USING PYTHON & NLTK ISSUER: SKILLSOFT 15. PYTHON FOR DATA SCIENCE, AI & DEVELOPMENT ISSUER: COURSERA AND IBM VERIFIER LINK: HTTPS://COURSERA.ORG/VERIFY/TFM7SLLYRM62 **Scan the QR to verify my Skillsoft Certifications, or you may access it through this link: https://skillsoft.digitalbadges.skillsoft.com/profile/joanmarievale712590/wallet I hereby declare that the information provided is true and correct. I also understand that any willful dishonesty may render for refusal of this application. JOAN MARIE VALE Applicant

COMPUTER PROGRAMMER III AI DEVELOPER PROGRAMMER CONTRACTUAL

Industry:

Employment Period:

July 2025 to March 2026 (8 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

July 2025 - Present BATANGAS STATE UNIVERSITY - THE NATIONAL ENGINEERING UNIVERSITY CENTRAL OFFICE Duties and Responsibilities: Develop software applications for frontend and backend development of the Student Module for the Learning Enhancement and Optimization using Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics Solutions (LEONIDAS) Project. Serve as the AI Developer (Frontend and Backend) to establish the frontend and backend for the student module. Develop the frontend based on the user/product owner requirements. Develop the backend using Fast API that works and scales together with the other modules. Develop a personalized career track recommender module based on students' academic performance, and assessment outcomes. Conduct automated testing to validate the accuracy of the output. Communicate with the project team and stakeholders. Develop an AI-driven career recommender system that matches students' strengths, achievements, and career aspirations with relevant fields, industries, and continuing education opportunities and life-long learning

TEACHING ASSOCIATE II

Industry:

Employment Period:

August 2022 to June 2023 (10 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

LIPA Courses being taught: (BSCS & BSIT) 1.Introduction to Computing 2. Fundamentals of Programming (JAVA) 3. Intermediate Programming (JAVA) 4. Science, Technology, and Society 5. Discrete Structures I 6. Computer Fundamentals and Programming (Python) 7. Object-Oriented Programming Prepare and deliver instructional presentations covering required course topics. Develop comprehensive course modules aligned with the learning objectives of each subject load. Design and implement assessment tools, including quizzes, activities, laboratory exercises, midterm, and final examinations.

Artificial Intelligence Engineer (Project-based)

Industry:

Consulting (IT / Science / Engineering & Technical)

Employment Period:

January 2023 to July 2023 (6 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

Accomplished different AI projects:
  • Sugarcane Disease Mobile Application Detector (AI-based)
  • CALABARZON Coffee Specie Mobile Application Detector (AI-based)
  • Lung Disease Detector and Severity Classification Computer App (AI-based) 

Teaching Associate II

Industry:

Education

Employment Period:

January 2022 to December 2022 (11 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

Handled IT and CS  students and taught the following courses:
BSCS & BSIT
  • Introduction to Computing
  • Fundamentals of Programming (JAVA)
  • Intermediate Programming (JAVA)
  • Science, Technology, and Society
  • Discrete Structures I
  • Computer Fundamentals and Programming (Python)
  • Object-Oriented Programming

Lecturer

Industry:

Education

Employment Period:

January 2021 to January 2022 (12 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

Handled IT, CS, and ECE students and taught the following courses:

BSECE & BSICE
  • Computer Programming (Python)
BSCS & BSIT
  • Mobile Computing
  • Application Development and Emerging Technologies
  • Discrete Mathematics
  • Social Issues and Professional Practices

Freelance AI / Data Science / App Developer

Industry:

Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPO

Employment Period:

April 2020 to December 2022 (32 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

Accomplished different AI projects:
  • Image Processing Waste Detection
  • Correlative Analysis of Fire Incident using Meteorological Factors
  • Crowd counting of fish species using Faster-RCNN
  • Pneumonia Detection and Classification using Image Processing
  • Heart Attack Analysis using Correlation of Anthropometric Factors
  • Lightweight RSA Algorithm for IOT using Number Theory
  • Web Portal and Mobile Application Ecosystem for a Municipality 

Web Developer / IT Staff

Industry:

Transportation / Logistics

Employment Period:

March 2018 to March 2020 (24 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Developed a website for the company.
  • Facilitating the creation of a digital marketing strategy.
  • Tasked to do minimal clerical works and other IT-related concerns.

Education History

Field of Study:

Computer Science/Information Technology

Major:

Graduation Date:

December 1, 2023

Located In:

Philippines

License and Certification: :

N/A

Field of Study:

Computer Science/Information Technology

Major:

Graduation Date:

April 30, 2018

Located In:

Philippines

License and Certification: :

N/A


Skills

ADVANCED ★★★

    Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Java, Python, C++,

INTERMEDIATE ★★

    API

Work at Home Capabilities:

  • Internet Bandwidth: Greater than 100mbps
  • Working Environment: Private Room
  • Speed Test Result: 218.31 (download), 196.36 (upload)
  • Internet Type: Fiber
  • Hardware Type: Laptop
  • Brand Name: Asus
  • Processor: Intel Core i5
  • Operating System: Windows 11

All-inclusive Rate: USD $13.56/hr

ROELLIAM

Candidate ID: 509478


ADVANCED

    System Administration, Linux System Administration, Networking, Microsoft Server Administration...

INTERMEDIATE

    Project Management, Mac OS...

Employment Preferences

Availability:
Part Time Full Time
Preferred Timezone:
Australian Western Standard Time Australian Central Standard Time Australian Eastern Standard Time New Zealand Daylight Time Hawaii Standard Time
Hourly & Monthly Rate:
(inclusive of service fee)

*Plus GST for Australian Businesses

Part Time: $USD 13.56 per hour or $USD 1175.35 per month

Full Time: $USD 13.56 per hour or $USD 2350.70 per month

Remote Staff Recruiter Comments

Roe is a graduate of Computer Engineering and has been working for 17 years now. He is a Microsoft Certified Professional since 2006. He has been connected to different industries like Education, IT Consulting, BPO, Banking, and Human Resources Consulting. He has already handled different roles which include working as a Senior System Administrator, Security Test Analyst, Systems Engineer, Remote Desktop Support Engineer, Technical Support Engineer, and Infrastructure Engineer. He has prior experience supporting US and Australian clients via phone, email, chat, and remote sessions. He has advanced skills in System Administration and server and network security. He is also adept doing the following tasks:
  • Supporting and maintaining AWS Infrastructure
  • Does comprehensive support on client systems like web servers, FTP server, and Active Directory server/domain
  • Maintaining cloud networking of AWS
  • Handles the PCI compliance or security area
  • Research on how to enhance the system/cloud infrastructure of the client
  • Troubleshoot switch platforms and functionalities
  • Analyze logs and reports in Azure
  • Adhere to and remediate security risks and threats
  • Providing level 2 security support for the servers, desktops, and the users
  • Monitoring of Windows Citrix and  virtual machine servers
  • Deploying routers, edge switches, firewalls, and the cabling
  • Handling deployment of wifi connectivity\
He has acquired certification in Linux System Administration. 
He is proficient in using the following: 
  • IIS7&8
  • JIRA
  • Postman
  • Reetro, MigrationWiz
  • GoDaddy
  • DigiCert
  • Twilio
  • MailStore,
  • MXToolbox
  • Citrix
  • Windows Active Directory
  • TimeDoctor
  • Cloudyn
  • CloudFlare
  • SCCM,
  • HP OVCM
  • ServiceDesk Ticketing System
  • RequestIT
  • Airwatch
  • Remote Desktop,
  • BlackBerry Exchange Server
  • VMWare
  • VSphere
  • HP Device Manager
  • Mainframe
  • RightFax
  • Zoom
  • Skype
  • 8x8
  • TeamViewer
  • Siemens PABX
  • I/O Block termination
  • Avaya IP
  • AWS
  • Microsoft Azure
  • Microsoft Office 365
  • MSQL
  • BladeLogic servers
  • Windows9x/NT/2010/XP/Vista/10
  • Windows Servers
  • Linux (Redhat, Bitnami)
  • Mac OS
He needs to render 4 week's notice
He is amenable to working the dayshift schedule for both full-time and part-time roles.

Predictive Index Behavioral Profile- Controller

Strongest Behaviors
  • Detail-oriented and thorough; works to ensure things don’t fall through the cracks, and follows up to ensure they’re done properly and on time.
  • Proactivity in driving to reach goals while moving at a faster-than-average pace. Inquisitive about the world.
  • Eager for results, drive is for swift implementation. Works best in fast-paced environments offering a variety of activities, rather than routines.
Behavioral Summary

Roe is a self-disciplined, conscientious person who will develop a high degree of expertise and skill in a specialized job. Has the drive to get things done right and in accordance with established standards of accuracy and quality.

A conservative and analytical person who respects traditional organizational values. Reserved, serious, and thoughtful about everything to be done, is a no-nonsense worker who worries about getting things exactly right. Never superficial, will make sure that he knows what he is talking about before speaking. Needs a lot of certainty and structure in his work so that it meets very high, specific quality standards.



 

Employment History

COMPUTER TECHNICIAN / COMPUTER INSTRUCTOR

Industry:

Education

Employment Period:

September 2004 to May 2006 (20 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Working closely with other teaching and school staff.
  • Encouraging classroom discussions between pupil’s.
  • Teaching all areas of the school computer curriculum. 
  • Responsible for desktop support including assembly, installation, troubleshooting and maintenance.
  • Subject teacher in computer subjects.
  • Assists in desktop troubleshooting and setting dial-up internet connection.  Pioneer the LAN installation in Computer Laboratory.

TECHNICAL SUPPORT ENGINEER

Industry:

Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPO

Employment Period:

October 2008 to September 2009 (11 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for desktop support for approximately 900+ users.
  • 24/7 IT on call support and monitors stability of the systems and network infrastructure. 
  • Responsible for providing level 2 technical support for desktop, laptops, telephone sets, printers, operating system, and office automation software and applications to all internal users.
  • Aids in customizing, upgrading, integrating, and testing hardware and software facilities for users.
  • Document and track changes in any installation, movement, and repair of IBM, Lenovo, Dell and HP desktops. Printers such as HP Laser Jet M3035X5, HP Laserjet 2300n and HP Business inkjet 1100. Telephone sets such as AVAYA phones and headsets.
  • Document and track changes in the logistics supply of IT equipment/apparatus Appointed as POC (Point-ofContact) in IT assets or IT equipments inventory for PBCom IBM-Daksh.
  • Coordinate IT equipments with other vendors for purchasing and resolving IT-related issues.
  • Handle team/s for any tasks/projects assigned.

INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEER / ASSOCIATE SYSTEMS ENGINEER

Industry:

Employment Period:

August 2006 to June 2008 (22 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Configuring of Fortigate firewall such as block or unblock certain websites, create new policy routes, remote pre/post-installation and configuration of firewalls, filtering web contents, upgrading firmware versions, investigate any network slowdown in relation with the firewall and creation of vpn tunnel. Network troubleshooting and support both wired and wireless.
  • Implementation of Wifi Network Project through the configuration of 3Com 8760 Access Points, S3600 H3C POE Edge switches, H3C S7500, AR28-12 Router and Fortigate300A Firewall. Installation and configuration of H3C Quidview Network Management System. On-site support for Firewall, LAN and Wifi Network.
  • Planning, installation and implementation of WIFI network using 5 Linksys Wireless Access Points (WAP54G)
  • Continuation of the implementation of its network system. Basic Configuration and testing of 12 Cisco Express 500 switches. Assisted DILG IT personnel for the migration of the old network to its new network. Basic Configuration of Cisco 2851 Router and Cisco 2000 Series Wireless LAN Controller. Basic configuration Cisco Aironet 1010
  • Designed and implemented the Wifi Project using 4 units of 3Com 7760 Access Points and 40 units of 3Com OfficeConnect Wireless 54 Mbps 11g Compact USB Adapters.
  • Configuration of H3C-AR28-12 H3C S7500 Layer 3 Switch and H3C S3600 switches Router in Trinoma Mall. Installation and basic configuration of H3C Quidview Network and Management Software. Troubleshooting of merchants’ POS/LAN connectivity both Layer 1 and Layer 2.
  • As an IT Support, Proficient in using REMEDY (SRS) ticketing system, network routing and protocols, Cisco configurations, network management and Level 1 configuration of PBX (Hi-Path Siemens 4000). Deployment of desktops and peripherals. Perform troubleshooting and complex hardware and/or software upgrades or malfunctions at the desktop level. Making hardware recommendations to solve various business problems, and implementing solutions.

REMOTE DESKTOP SUPPORT ENGINEER

Industry:

Banking / Financial Services

Employment Period:

February 2010 to May 2011 (15 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Reviewing, resolving and escalating issues of incident tickets queues for any related remote desktop issues/problems for Beryl Project.
  • Remote desktop issues include Operating systems such as Windows NT, XP, and Vista, Microsoft Office 2000, 2003 and 2007, MS Communicator 2003, Windows IE, HPOVCM, and other Citibank desktop applications
  • Used VMware technology for remote desktop support and troubleshooting.  Provisioning, managing and monitoring of VMware machines/desktops via VSphere, Citrix and Microsoft Active Directory.
  • Deploying software applications via Active Directory and software manager such as HP OVCM.
  • Monitor and update security patches of anti-virus application for desktops. 
  • Supporting users using remote tools and through calls.
  • 12/7 shifting schedules.

SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR

Industry:

Human Resources Management / Consulting

Employment Period:

April 2012 to November 2015 (43 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • IT EUC Tier 2 security support which involves assigning and issuing of RSA tokens, activating and troubleshooting VPN connections. Primary point person in administrator rights removal project. Creation of BTrust rules for local machines. 
  • IT EUC Tier 2 Mobility support which involves troubleshooting of software and hardware for iPhone, iPad, Android phones and Blackberry phones issued by ADP. Provisioning for both BES (Blackberry Enterprise Server) and AirWatch are also performed. Coordinating purchasing requests of mobile phones through Ariba.
  • IT EUC Tier 2 Exchange support works closely with the Exchange Engineering team with regards to ASD escalations, BES, Outlook 2007/2010 and Lync. 
  • Creating applications access such as Mainframes, Clarify, Rightfax and other in-house and 3rd party apps.
  • Monitoring Windows, Citrix and VM servers alerts and perform troubleshooting if needed, if not, proper escalation follows.
  • Software provisioning for Citrix and VM desktops using HPOVCM, SCCM and Active Directory.
  • Remote technical support for networking, telephony and servers from US counterpart.
  • Citrix and VM desktop for Philippines associates where in ticketing system is a required process of support.
  • Perform validation testing with internal engineering and clients.

SYSTEMS ENGINEER

Industry:

Employment Period:

August 2011 to February 2012 (6 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • IT technical support in Head Office. Managing desktops, servers and network systems.
  • Coordinating and managing vendors for hardware and software specifications and costing.
  • Design, collaborate and implement large-scale BPL technology and IT systems.  Pre-sales and post-sales support for projects handled.

SECURITY TEST ANALYST

Industry:

Human Resources Management / Consulting

Employment Period:

November 2015 to August 2018 (33 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Provide subject matter expertise with reference to web application and vulnerability testing procedures.
  • Provide expertise and experience in information and data collection systems; data acquisition; web exploitation technologies; web analysis/evaluation attack processes and systems dissemination methods and tools.
  • Demonstrate and maintain current knowledge of industry trends and technologies.
  • Responsible for performing or assisting with configuring, integrating, supporting and administering all information security operations including application, database, desktop, network, server, remote device, network access and web security.
  • Taking full responsibility for delivering projects and collaborate with larger teams as necessary ▪ Penetration testing of web applications
  • Risk assessment of vulnerabilities and vulnerability reporting
  • Internal trainings to teammates about current procedures and technical tasks and projects
  • Development of internal tools useful for penetration testing
  • Leading projects related to security application and security test analyses Security compliance procedure
  • Consults with management and reviews project proposals to determine goals, time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing project, and allocation of resources.
  • Utilizes industry-accepted project management principles and firm-established project management tools and processes to direct project teams in the definition, planning and execution of complex long-term projects crossing multiple disciplines and geographies.
  • Utilizes industry-accepted methodologies and processes to bring projects in on schedule, within budget, and to the customer's requirements.

SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR

Industry:

Employment Period:

August 2018 to October 2019 (14 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Provide troubleshooting, monitoring and reporting Switch Platform functionalities and issues example in Microsoft occupancy stores monitoring and coordination.
  • Provide analytical logs and reports in Azure including security recommendation reports.
  • Configuring Azure notification alerts
  • Responsible for performing or assisting with configuring, integrating, supporting and administering all Azure services operations including virtual servers/machines, databases, functions, and monitoring services.
  • Taking full responsibility for delivering projects. 
  • Penetration security testing of web servers.

SENIOR SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR–TEAM LEAD

Industry:

Employment Period:

February 2019 to January 2022 (35 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Handles and manages the team for the overall System Infrastructure and IT support.
  • Coordinating with multiple departments and managers to establish quality standards.
  • Reviewing and analyzed existing systems and performed proof of concept to suggest a solution to improve the IT services.
  • Maintain and administer clients AWS IT infrastructure, including cloud servers, networks, applications software, and all configurations.
  • Create, modify and delete accounts on various online platforms used by clients. Managing application settings as requested – Microsoft O365, 8x8 VOIP Platform Provides back-end support and maintenance for Amazon Web Services-hosted systems, as used by clients.
  • Provides back-end support and maintenance for clients’ websites such as deployments in productions servers.
  • Responsible for creating, troubleshooting and managing DNS and SSL using GoDaddy and CertifyTheWeb.
  • Plan, coordinate, and implement network and server security measures in order to protect data and software.
  • Monitor the performance of server systems and networks, and to coordinate Systems Analysts about network and servers access and use.
  • Design, configure, and test AWS/Cloud technologies and recommend changes to improve systems and network configurations. Determine server and network systems requirements related to such changes.
  • Determines root cause for IT issues that arise and develop practical, efficient, and permanent technical solutions.
  • Remains current on new technologies; evaluate and make recommendations as necessary
  • Responsible in documenting any IT-related procedures, guidelines, processes and knowledgebase documents.
  • Responsible also for Level 1,2 and 3 Support and taking initial Incident tickets, monitoring, performing and providing initial troubleshooting.
  • Designing and enhancing processes like Identity Access Management, provisioning of server-based infrastructure and vulnerability scanning from UAT to Production environments.
  • Keep updated in latest security threats and attacks and provide solutions in securing IT infrastructure through vulnerability scanning and remediation. Recommending and implementing security solutions for endpoint devices. Responsible for the security of IT Assets of clients

Education History

Field of Study:

Engineering (Computer/Telecommunication)

Major:

Computer Engineering

Graduation Date:

January 1, 2004

Located In:

Philippines

License and Certification: :

N/A


Skills

ADVANCED ★★★

    System Administration, Linux System Administration, Networking, Microsoft Server Administration, Remote Desktop Administration, Atlassian JIRA, AWS, Office 365, Citrix Environment, SQL Azure, Windows Azure,

INTERMEDIATE ★★

    Project ManagementMac OS

Work at Home Capabilities:

  • Internet Bandwidth: Greater than 100mbps
  • Working Environment: Private Room
  • Speed Test Result: https://www.speedtest.net/result/15004640754
  • Internet Type: Fiber
  • Hardware Type: Laptop
  • Brand Name: Dell Inspiron 14 7000
  • Processor: Intel Core i7 – 7500U CPU 2.70GHZ
  • Operating System: Windows 10

All-inclusive Rate: USD $7.67/hr

Ma.

Candidate ID: 508926


ADVANCED

    Canva, Call Handling, Slack, Email management...

INTERMEDIATE

    Administrative Support...

Employment Preferences

Availability:
Part Time Full Time
Preferred Timezone:
Australian Western Standard Time Australian Central Standard Time Australian Eastern Standard Time
Hourly & Monthly Rate:
(inclusive of service fee)

*Plus GST for Australian Businesses

Part Time: $USD 7.67 per hour or $USD 664.88 per month

Full Time: $USD 7.67 per hour or $USD 1329.77 per month

Remote Staff Recruiter Comments

  • Jessa has been working for 8 years as an IT administrator, Healthealthcare associate customer service representative within the BPO, coaching services and healthcare industry. She has a degree in BS Information Technology and a Masters in Business Administration. 
  • She performed the following tasks:
    • Customer Support services
    • Appointment setting 
    • Product Research
    • Data Entry
    • Email and Calendar Management
  • and basic knowledge in graphic design and content creation
She is an adept user of  Slack, Trello, Google Workspace, and Microsoft Office.
Jessa is open for both full-time and part-time positions and can start immediately.


Predictive Index Behavioral Profile- Artisan
Strongest Behaviors
  • Private, serious, introspective, and reserved. Takes time to connect to and trust new people.
  • Focused; can concentrate on the task at hand for long periods. Quickly notices and understands technical matters more than social ones. Consistent and patiently thoughtful.
  • Operationally, as opposed to socially, focused. Thinks about what needs to be done, and how to do it well, and generally follows that execution plan.
Behavioral Summary
 

Ma Jessa is thoughtful, disciplined, and particularly attentive to, careful of, and accurate with the details involved in the job. Identifies problems, and enjoys solving them, particularly within their area of expertise. Works at a steady, even pace, leveraging their background for the betterment of the team, company, or customer.

With experience and/or training, they will develop a high level of specialized expertise. Serious and dedicated to the job and the company. Their work pace is steady and even-keeled, and they’re motivated by a real concern for getting work done thoroughly and correctly. Discipline and circumspect thinking will lend caution to their decision-making; Ma Jessa plans ahead, double checks, and follows up carefully on decisions and actions.


Employment History

CUSTOMER SUPPORT EXPERT-VOICE

Industry:

Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPO

Employment Period:

December 2021 to February 2023 (14 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Received calls and scheduled appointments for customers who were willing to walk-in store for diagnostics or repair of devices
  • Assist customers with the nearest store location in the area, phone # and things to bring in-store
  • Advise customers of the ballpark figure of phones needing a repair
  • ata entry of customer's information

CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE

Industry:

Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPO

Employment Period:

March 2020 to October 2021 (19 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
  • Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.

Healthcare Associate

Industry:

Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPO

Employment Period:

February 2018 to February 2020 (24 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Performed regular quality and validation assessments on patient data to verify accuracy.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Monitored customer accounts to identify and rectify billing issues.
  • Reviewed and reconciled customer accounts to manage the accuracy of payments.

IT ADMINISTRATOR

Industry:

Computer / Information Technology (Software)

Employment Period:

November 2015 to December 2017 (25 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Troubleshoot and update data in the computer for seafarer's reviewers
  • Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
  • Make an online account of reviewers in the portal before they start the review proper online.

Office Staff

Industry:

Employment Period:

July 2014 to October 2015 (15 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Process documents for firearms new or renewal of license. Certification making for gun owner's training.
  • Stocks monitoring for firearms and ammunition.

Education History

Field of Study:

Engineering (Computer/Telecommunication)

Major:

Information Technology

Graduation Date:

April 29, 2014

Located In:

Philippines

License and Certification: :

N/A

Field of Study:

Business Studies/Administration/Management

Major:

Business Management

Graduation Date:

June 30, 2021

Located In:

Philippines

License and Certification: :

N/A


Skills

ADVANCED ★★★

    Canva, Call Handling, Slack, Email management,

INTERMEDIATE ★★

    Administrative Support

Work at Home Capabilities:

  • Internet Bandwidth: Between 5mbps to 100mbps
  • Working Environment: Private Room
  • Speed Test Result: https://www.speedtest.net/result/14951711525
  • Internet Type: Fiber
  • Hardware Type: Laptop
  • Brand Name: ASUS
  • Processor: AMD Ryzen 7 5800HS with Radeon Graphics 3.20 GHz
  • Operating System: Windows 11

*includes service fee. Please note that hourly rates are linked to the exchange rate, and fluctuate slightly from month to month.

**Please note that hourly rates are linked to the exchange rate and fluctuate slightly from month to month.

#2. The Abdicator Who Disappears After Assigning

Meanwhile, there’s another type of manager who is the opposite of the micromanager.

While the micromanager constantly hovers over new hires, an abdicator disappears completely after delegating a task.

Illustration:

Gail is assigned to supervise Anna, a new offshore hire. To get her started, Gail sends an email on Friday at 5 PM with the instructions: “Here is the client data. Please build a 20-slide deck by Monday. You’re the expert, so I’ll leave the creatives to you.”

Anna accepts the task willingly, but she has many questions about the client profile, as she was not given sufficient information. She tries to reach out to Gail, but receives no response over the weekend.

On Monday, Anna is unable to complete the task, leaving Gail frustrated and blaming Anna.

#3. The Assumer Who Thinks “It’s Obvious”

Finally, there’s the assumer, a manager who expects everyone, including new hires, to “just get it” instantly.

This type of manager often has a lot of experience and expertise – but unfairly expects the same level of understanding from everyone else.

Illustration:

Owen has been with the company for a decade and is assigned to monitor Alex, the new offshore hire. On the first day, Owen tells Alex to run the weekly report. While this instruction seems obvious to Owen, it actually involves:

  1. Pulling data from three different sources;
  2. Cross-referencing them in an Excel spreadsheet; and
  3. Sending a PDF copy immediately afterward.

Without this specific knowledge, Alex complied with the instructions as best as he could. He did a standard report and handed it over to Owen who was baffled at the results and ends up berating Alex for not exercising his best judgment – when the latter wasn’t given enough context and background information to begin with.

What Great Handoffs Actually Look Like

The above examples show how easily managers can undermine new offshore hires, often without even realizing it.

Now that we know what not to do, let’s take a look at what effective handoffs look like.

  • Shared Understanding, Not Just Assigned Tasks – Assigning tasks is not enough. It’s equally important to explain why a task is being assigned. When a new hire understands the overall business objective, they can make informed decisions and smart pivots when facing roadblocks, rather than waiting for instructions.
  • Clear, Documented Expectations and Samples – Create a checklist outlining what a completed task should look like, and include tangible benchmarks. For example, provide examples of finished tasks so the offshore hire can see exactly what “success” looks like and replicate it effectively.
  • First 30 Days of Feedback Built-In – A great handoff begins as early as the first week. Spend at least 10 minutes providing feedback to the offshore hire, helping them build confidence in their work. Be clear and encouraging, letting them know that questions are expected and they should never hesitate to ask. This proactive approach helps prevent small misunderstandings, especially in a remote setting.

Fixing the Handoff: A Quick Audit for Leaders

Since we’ve covered what goes wrong in a handoff and who’s responsible, let’s now focus on how to fix it by asking the right questions.

Does Someone Own the Onboarding Process?

If everyone is responsible for the new hire, no one truly is.

Accountability cannot be shared across an entire department. The offshore hire should clearly know who to approach when an immediate issue arises.

Are Deliverables or Outcomes Being Delegated?

Delegation is at the heart of every successful project. When done right, it ensures accountability and helps maintain a high quality of work.

More importantly, proper delegation ensures team members are not left hanging. When they finish tasks early, they know what to do next without having to ask.

What Happens After the First 7 Days?

Onboarding is a marathon. It doesn’t end after you hand over login details.

After the first week, they should be in learning mode with the guidance of their immediate supervisor or mentor. They can observe how their managers work, while managers review their output without micromanaging.

By Day 7, the hire should clearly know what they are expected to master by Day 30.

How Remote Staff Ensures Handoff Success

Handoff and onboarding may seem straightforward; however, they come with nuances that can be tedious and time-consuming.

As a result, many business owners delegate these tasks to outsource providers and Employers of Record like Remote Staff.

For 18 years and counting, Remote Staff has helped Western businesses with administrative support, including onboarding. When it comes to outsourcing, Remote Staff uses a pre-vetting process to ensure candidates are already skilled and experienced in their field.

More importantly, they assign a dedicated account manager to ensure remote workers are properly trained and onboarded, both during the first 7 days and beyond the first 30 days.

FAQs – Offshore Handoffs and Delegation Clarity

Here are some frequently asked questions about failed offshore handoffs and effective delegation for offshore hires.

#1. Why Do Offshore Hires “Fail” Even When They Look Good on Paper?

Skilled offshore workers often don’t fail due to a lack of talent but because they lack context.

When leaders assign tasks without proper SOPs or instructions, the hire is left to guess. And these guesses are often mistaken for poor performance rather than gaps in guidance.

#2. Who Should Own the Onboarding Process?

Onboarding is a shared responsibility, but it should primarily fall on the manager or direct supervisor. Define what success looks like, provide clear examples, and set 30-60-90 day milestones.

If you lack the time or expertise to onboard effectively, you can rely on third parties like Remote Staff, who specialize in offshore onboarding and administration.

#3. How Much Documentation Is Too Much?

The right documentation focuses on speed, not quantity. It becomes counterproductive when reviewing SOPs slows a new hire instead of helping them work faster.

In other words, if your hire spends their first week just reading manuals instead of doing tasks, you’ve fallen into the trap of documentation paralysis.

#4. Can Remote Staff Help with Handoff Planning?

Yes! Remote Staff handles the onboarding process and supports business owners with administrative tasks like payroll, time tracking, and employee assistance.

With these time-consuming duties taken off your plate, you can focus on giving clear instructions for the tasks where you need help the most.

#5. Should I Start with Simple Tasks or Go All-In?

It’s tempting to go all-in, but it’s more effective to follow a crawl, walk, and run approach.

Start with high-frequency, low-risk tasks like checking emails, data entry, filing documents, and backing up data.

If you dump a complex, high-stakes project on a new hire in Week 1, you’re testing their guesswork, not their ability.

Conclusion – It’s Not Hiring Offshore That Fails. It’s the Handoff.

The offshore blame game cannot be won without clearly identifying the ones responsible for a new hire’s success.

No matter how skilled a remote professional is, they are likely to fail in an environment that relies on luck instead of systems. Your input drives the output, your documentation limits guesswork, and your ownership ensures accountability.

In other words, if you provide the right map, the right talent will always find the destination. Without it, even the most skilled offshore hire will get lost.

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Syrine studies law while working as a content writer. Outside of writing and studying, she tutors, plans events, and browses social media. In 2021, she published Stellar Thoughts.

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Syrine studies law while working as a content writer. Outside of writing and studying, she tutors, plans events, and browses social media. In 2021, she published Stellar Thoughts.

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