Executive Assistant; Remote

Remote Executive Assistant supporting fast-growing US and Canadian startups. This is not a traditional assistant role; you will take ownership, anticipate needs, and help executives win every day.

Only open to candidates in South Africa at this time.

At Viva
, our mission is to create real career opportunities for women across Latin America while welcoming anyone who shares our values, regardless of gender. We focus on impact, growth, and giving people a place where their voice genuinely matters.

As an Executive Assistant (EA) at Viva, you will work hand-in-hand with fast-moving startup leaders. They juggle competing priorities and rely on you to keep things organized, proactive, and one step ahead.

Full-time contractor: $1,200 USD base, with total monthly earnings up to $1,600 USD.

Plus performance bonuses, compensation reviews every 6 months, and amazing benefits.

You will support up to three executives across admin and operations, including:

• Own calendars, inboxes, meetings, travel, and expenses
• Keep priorities clear and the day running smoothly
• Improve workflows and document processes
• Support projects, reporting, and internal coordination
• Think ahead, solve problems, and anticipate needs
• Take initiative when something can be improved

• You want your work to actually matter
• You are proactive and naturally organized
• You prefer ownership over micromanagement
• You enjoy fast-paced environments and learning new tools
• You want growth, feedback, and long-term career development

• 2+ years of general work experience
• Fluent English (C1 level)
• No job hopping: at least one of your last three roles shows a 2+ year tenure
• Previous Executive Assistant experience is not required. We welcome candidates with transferable experience
• Excited about AI and automation tools
• Comfortable with Google Workspace, Slack, Notion, and similar tools
• Reliable, proactive, and confident communicating with leaders

With a 4.7/5 Glassdoor rating
, our team really does love working here. Here’s why:

• A company driven by a real social mission and strong values
• A culture built around growth, empowerment, and well-being
• 100% remote, forever
• Clear growth paths:
  Sr. EA, CSM, Project or Operations Manager, Chief of Staff
• Work-life balance: fixed schedules, no overtime, weekends off
• Competitive pay: raises every 6 months plus performance bonuses
• Global health insurance that follows you everywhere: medical, dental, vision, mental health, routine care
• Paid holidays, vacation, sick days, and family care days
• Family-friendly benefits: paid parental leave and flexible parent policies
• 4-week paid training plus ongoing coaching

Our process takes about 6 days
, and we onboard every Monday
. Move fast → get hired fast.

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