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Virtual Assistant
Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
South Africa
Listed on 2026-08-24
South Africa
Listing for:
Pavago
Full Time, Remote/Work from Home
position Listed on 2026-08-24
Job specializations:
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Administrative/Clerical
Office Administrator/ Coordinator, Data Entry
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position Type: Full-Time, Remote
Working Hours: U.S. Client Business Hours
We’re hiring a Virtual Assistant (VA) to support daily operations, communication, and execution across a fast-moving business.
This is not a basic admin role — you will act as a remote operations partner, helping the client stay organized, responsive, and focused on high-value work.
If you’re someone who is organized, proactive, and reliable, this role is built for you.
What You’ll OwnAdministrative & Executive Support (Primary Focus)- Manage calendars, meetings, and scheduling across time zones
- Coordinate calls and ensure smooth daily planning
- Draft and send professional emails, documents, and communications
- Prepare meeting notes and track follow-ups
- Update and maintain records in:
- Hub Spot
- Salesforce
- Zoho CRM
- Manage spreadsheets and operational trackers
- Organize digital files in:
- Google Drive
- Dropbox
- Share Point
- Conduct online research:
- Competitors
- Vendors
- Market insights
- Turn research into:
- Structured summaries
- Presentations
- Support ad hoc and project-based tasks
- Respond to basic client inquiries or route appropriately
- Communicate with vendors and track outstanding items
- Ensure follow-ups are completed on time
- Assist with:
- Invoicing and expense tracking
- Light bookkeeping (if required)
- Update project management tools:
- Trello
- Asana
- Notion
- You are highly organized and detail-oriented
- You can manage multiple tasks without dropping the ball
- You communicate clearly and professionally
- You are proactive and don’t wait for instructions
- You are reliable, responsive, and accountable
- 1–2 years experience as a:
- Virtual Assistant
- Administrative Assistant
- Operations Support role
- Proficiency in:
- Microsoft Office
- Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Gmail, Calendar)
- Strong time management and multitasking ability
- Reliable internet and remote work setup
- CRM experience:
- Hub Spot / Salesforce / Zoho CRM
- Familiarity with:
- Quick Books / Xero
- Experience supporting:
- Founders
- Startups
- Remote teams
- Managing multiple clients or executives
- Review calendars and inboxes, prioritize urgent items
- Schedule meetings and coordinate logistics
- Update CRM records and trackers
- Prepare documents, reports, or summaries
- Conduct research for ongoing projects
- Follow up with vendors or clients
- Send end-of-day updates and prep for next day
In short:
You ensure everything runs smoothly and nothing falls through the cracks.
- Tasks completed accurately and on time
- Calendar & inbox management efficiency
- No missed meetings or deadlines
- Clean, organized systems and documentation
- Strong responsiveness during working hours
- Positive feedback from clients and stakeholders
- High ownership and visibility across operations
- Exposure to multiple business functions
- Clear expectations and structured workflows
- Opportunity to grow into operations or executive roles
- Work directly with founders and decision-makers
- Initial Phone Screen
- Video Interview with Pavago Recruiter
- Practical Task (mock inbox/calendar + research task)
- Client Interview
- Offer & Background Verification
If you:
- Thrive in fast-paced, remote environments
- Are organized, proactive, and detail-driven
- Enjoy supporting operations and execution
This role is a strong fit.
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