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Virtual Assistant

somewhere
Remote
Full-time
Mid
Featured
Posted March 7th, 2026

About the role

Position : Head of Customer Delight Work Hours (Client) : 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM CST Holidays : TBD Pay Range : USD 1,200 - 1,500/month (varies based on skill set and experience level) Location of Search : South Africa / Latin America Work Location : REMOTE Type of Contract : Independent Contractor Overview We are seeking a highly organized, proactive Virtual Assistant to support a busy Senior Vice President of Marketing. This role combines executive administrative support and personal assistant responsibilities, helping manage both professional and personal logistics to ensure smooth day-to-day operations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, responsive, discreet, and comfortable juggling multiple priorities. Key Responsibilities Executive Support Manage and maintain the SVP’s calendar, including scheduling meetings, prioritizing requests, and resolving conflicts Coordinate internal and external meetings, including preparing agendas and managing logistics Book business travel, including flights, hotels, and transportation Prepare and submit expense reports and reimbursements Track deadlines, follow-ups, and action items Assist with basic presentation preparation and document organization Coordinate with internal teams and external partners as needed Personal Assistant Tasks Schedule personal appointments (medical, home services, etc.) Manage family calendar and coordinate schedules Book and coordinate childcare or babysitters Handle grocery ordering and meal planning support Coordinate household services (cleaning, repairs, deliveries) Assist with online purchases and returns Research and book personal travel or reservations Help manage reminders and household logistics ​​​​​​

Requirements

  • 1-2 years experience as an Executive Assistant, Virtual Assistant, or Personal Assistant
  • Exceptional organization and time management skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication
  • High level of discretion and professionalism
  • Ability to anticipate needs and solve problems independently
  • Comfortable working across both professional and personal tasks
  • Tech-savvy and experienced with tools like:
  • Google Workspace
  • Calendar management tools
  • Expense reporting software
  • Task management tools (Asana, Notion, Trello, etc.)
  • Preferred Skills
  • Experience supporting senior executives or C-level leaders
  • Experience managing family or household logistics
  • Familiarity with travel booking platforms and expense systems
  • Key Traits
  • Proactive and resourceful
  • Detail-oriented
  • Highly reliable and responsive
  • Comfortable managing confidential information
  • Able to prioritize quickly in a fast-paced environment
  • Example Weekly Tasks
  • Manage and optimize weekly calendar
  • Submit expenses from prior week
  • Coordinate childcare for upcoming travel
  • Order groceries and assist with meal planning
  • Schedule medical or home appointments
  • Book travel for upcoming business trips