USD 500–700/yr

Virtual Assistant | Admin and Marketing Support for Retail and Coaching Business

South AfricaSouth AfricaRemoteAdministrativemid
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Quick Summary

Overview

Overview We are seeking a highly organised, proactive Part-Time Virtual Assistant to support a small business owner managing two retail stores and a growing coaching business.

Key Responsibilities

Administrative Support● Manage and organise multiple email inboxes, ensuring timely and appropriate responses● Maintain and optimise calendar scheduling, including appointments, reminders, andfollow-ups● Review meeting notes (via tools like MEM) and…

Technical Tools
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Responsibilities

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Administrative Support
● Manage and organise multiple email inboxes, ensuring timely and appropriate responses
● Maintain and optimise calendar scheduling, including appointments, reminders, and
follow-ups
● Review meeting notes (via tools like MEM) and identify/action required follow-ups
● Provide general administrative support to streamline daily operations


Customer Support
● Respond to customer inquiries via email in a professional and timely manner
● Handle basic customer service issues and escalate when necessary
● Maintain a positive and consistent brand voice in all communications


Marketing & Content Support (Desirable)
● Assist with email marketing campaigns
● Support basic graphic/content creation for communications and promotions


Bookkeeping & Financial Admin
● Record and categorise financial transactions
● Assist with basic bookkeeping tasks (e.g., expenses, invoices, reconciliations)
● Maintain organised financial records
● Support preparation of reports or summaries for the business owner/accountant

Requirements
● Proven experience as a Virtual Assistant, Administrative Assistant, or similar role
● Strong organisational and time management skills
● Excellent written English and communication skills
● Ability to work independently and take initiative (“get it done” mindset)
● Experience with customer service (email-based)
● Basic bookkeeping knowledge (e.g., tracking expenses, invoices)
● Comfortable using or learning new tools/software quickly

Nice to Have
● Experience with email marketing platforms
● Basic graphic design skills (e.g., Canva or similar)
● Previous experience supporting small businesses or entrepreneurs

Working Style & Personality Fit
● Independent, proactive, and self-directed
● Highly reliable and detail-oriented
● Comfortable managing and prioritising tasks without constant oversight
● Able to bring structure and organisation to a fast-moving environment

Location & Eligibility

Where is the job
South Africa
Remote within one country
Who can apply
ZA
Listed under
South Africa

Listing Details

Posted
March 18, 2026
First seen
March 26, 2026
Last seen
May 12, 2026

Posting Health

Days active
46
Repost count
0
Trust Level
51%
Scored at
May 12, 2026

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Employees
5
Founded
2022
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Assist WorldVirtual Assistant | Admin and Marketing Support for Retail and Coaching BusinessUSD 500–700