Fully remote role in visa processing, immigration case management, or resettlement support — with IOM, UNHCR, an immigration law firm, NGO, or corporate mobility provider. Based in Nairobi, Kenya (UTC+3), open worldwide. Available full-time or contract. Values: autonomy, integrity, mission-driven work, and fair compensation.
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Joseph Nginya
@josephnginya
Visa & Immigration Consultant | 10+ yrs | Australian High Commission & VFS Global | UNHCR | Remote-ready | 95% approval rate.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I'm a visa & immigration consultant with 10+ years of frontline experience at the Australian High Commission in Nairobi and VFS Global Kenya, plus four years running a fully remote consultancy across UK (UKVI), Schengen, Canada (IRCC), and USA (USCIS) jurisdictions.
🏆 Key achievements:
— 1,000+ applications processed annually with a 95% approval rate
— 600+ UNHCR-referred backlog files cleared ahead of schedule, cutting processing time by 15%
— 30% reduction in application errors through personalised client consultations
— 200+ clients advised across skilled migration, family reunification, and asylum pathways — 90% satisfaction, 100% compliance
— 10 junior officers mentored — 25% team productivity gain within six months
— 20% faster case turnaround through optimised digital workflows
Multi-jurisdiction expertise: UK (UKVI) · Schengen · Canada (IRCC) · USA (USCIS) · East Africa
Remote-ready by track record — not just by preference. From 2020 to 2024, I ran a fully independent remote consultancy, managing all client intake, compliance reviews, and case timelines digitally. Async workflows, cross-timezone communication, and secure document handling are second nature to me.
I'm a collaborative operator—experienced coordinating across immigration, legal, and diplomatic departments; partnering with UNHCR; and handling sensitive, high-stakes cases with precision and empathy.
Seeking remote roles with international organizations (IOM, UNHCR, IRC), immigration law firms, NGOs, or corporate mobility providers.
Nairobi, Kenya (UTC+3) · Worldwide remote · Full-time or contract · Available with short notice.
🗣 English (Fluent) · Swahili (Fluent) · German (Learning)
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
AC
Visa Support Officer
Australian High Commission
Nov 2024 - Dec 2025 (1 year 1 month)
Managed processing of over 1,000 visas, permits and citizenship applications, reducing turnaround time by 20% and resolving 95% of documentation issues through coordination with UNHCR and TOLL Group.
SE
Independent Immigration Consultant
Self Employed
Oct 2020 - Nov 2024 (4 years 1 month)
Remote visa support across the UK, Schengen, Canada, the USA, and East Africa. Conducted compliance reviews and resolved errors before submission to minimize refusal risk. Advised clients on eligibility and tailored immigration pathways. Managed communications, documentation, and case timelines independently. Built a referral-based practice through consistent and compliance-focused guidance.
VGVisa Officer
VFS Global
Jul 2014 - Aug 2020 (6 years 1 month)
Evaluated 1,000+ annual visa applications with 95% approval rates through rigorous document reviews and compliance audits, reducing application errors by 30% via client consultations and interview preparation.
DC
Machine Operator
Doshi Group of Companies
Jan 2012 - Jul 2014 (2 years 6 months)
Monitored equipment and coordinated maintenance to maintain 97% uptime, managed procurement processes to reduce procurement time by 15% and achieve 10% cost savings.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
JTJomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
Bachelor of Science, Information and Technology
2009 - 2011
Grade: 3.3
Activities and societies: none
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Information and Technology, collaborating across departments to achieve team efficiency and meet KPIs.
KS
Kenya School of Professional Studies
Professional Certifications, Information Technology / Networking
2006 - 2008
Grade: 3.8
Activities and societies: None
Completed CCNA1 and CCNA2 networking coursework and a BPO Executive and Data Entry Clerk certification, enhancing data accuracy and IT skills.
KS
Kenya School of Professional Studies
Diploma, Information and Technology
2006 - 2007
Completed a Diploma in Information and Technology while self-employed in motorbike transport and delivery services.
KUKabarak University
Bridging Course, Mathematics
2006 - 2006
Grade: 3.8
Activities and societies: None
Completed a Bridging Course in Mathematics to meet university entry or progression requirements.
KS
Kipsangui Boys High School
Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE), Secondary Education
2001 - 2005
Attained the Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with involvement in activities supporting rigorous document preparation for subsequent professional roles.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Looking for a job
Location
KenyaAuthorized to work in
Salary expectations
60k-100k USD
Social media
Job categories
Skills
Visa ProcessingImmigration ComplianceHigh Volume File ProcessingBacklog Clearance StrategiesDocumentation VerificationFraud DetectionCase Management SystemsOpera Pegasus IIReporting And AnalysisRecord keepingStakeholder EngagementClient CommunicationMentorship And Training ProgramsProcurement And SourcingTime ManagementCross Functional CollaborationAttention To DetailConflict ResolutionClerkGmailIncreaseJan
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