Getting a remote job when you’re in Kenya is not exactly easy. You have to be well equipped to stand out in the market. People out here have several degrees and diplomas, so the real differentiator becomes your practical skills, adaptability and technical know-how.
Luckily, most tools used in remote jobs offer lessons on their websites. And if they don’t, they definitely have YouTube channels packed with tutorials. So, Get on YouTube, learn how the tools work, then create a trial or free account to practice and get hands-on experience.
Remote jobs, especially with US/UK/AUS-based companies, rely heavily on digital tools for communication, project management, and productivity. If you want to improve your chances, here are some tools you should get familiar with as early as now:
Digital Tools to Learn:
- HubSpot, Zoho, Salesforce – All-in-one CRM tools
- Asana, Trello, ClickUp, Notion – Project and task management
- Calendly, Google Calendar – Scheduling tools
- Slack – Team messaging and collaboration
- Jira – Project management for tech teams
- Zoom, Google Meet – Video conferencing
- Microsoft Teams – Corporate communication and meetings
- GitHub, Figma – Code and design collaboration
- Canva, Adobe Creative Suite – For design work
- Zendesk, LiveChat, Tawk.to – Live customer support
- Klaviyo, Mailchimp – Email marketing platforms
- Hootsuite, Buffer – Social media scheduling tools
- Loom – Video screen recordings
- Vocaroo – Quick voice recordings
Courses to Boost Your Skills:
- Digital Marketing – Free from Google
- CRM & Inbound Marketing – Free from HubSpot
- Google IT Support – Offered by Google
- Virtual Assistant Training – ALX and Alison
- Excel for Business – On Coursera
- Customer Support Fundamentals – On Coursera
- Canva Design – Free on Canva
- Project Management – By Google on Coursera
- WordPress for Beginners – Free on YouTube
- Email Marketing Basics – Free from Mailchimp
Once you land the job, it’s not just about skills, you’ll need self-motivation, discipline, excellent written communication, time management, and the ability to solve problems proactively.
Got a question? Ask away in the comments!
All the best in your search!