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Executive Assistant / Operations & Project Coordinator

Assist World

Job Description

About the Role

We're looking for a highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented Executive Assistant to support a fast-paced consulting business focused on marketing strategy, events, and client delivery. This is not a traditional EA role. You'll act as a true right hand partner, helping to manage workflows, coordinate projects, and bring structure to a dynamic, growing business. There's strong potential for this role to evolve into a more senior operational or strategic position over time.

Key Responsibilities Executive & Administrative Support
  • Manage inbox, calendar, and day to day scheduling
  • Maintain CRM and databases with accuracy and consistency
  • Handle general admin tasks and coordination
Project & Operations Management
  • Support project delivery using tools like
  • Track tasks, timelines, and deliverables across multiple projects
  • Help bring structure and organization to workflows and processes
Client & Communication Support
  • Assist with client communication (primarily email, occasional calls)
  • Join client meetings where needed to support coordination and visibility
  • Follow up with stakeholders, vendors, and partners
Event & Marketing Support
  • Assist with event coordination and logistics
  • Support marketing related tasks where needed (e.g. Mailchimp, Canva)
Ideal Candidate
  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail
  • A proactive self starter who takes initiative without needing constant direction
  • Comfortable working in a fast paced, ever changing environment
  • Strong communicator, both written and verbal
  • Confident, personable, and able to interact with clients when needed
  • Calm under pressure and able to prioritize effectively
Skills & Experience Essential
  • Experience in an Executive Assistant, Operations, or Project Coordination role
  • Familiarity with project management tools (e.g. or similar)
  • Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
  • Experience with Google Workspace
Desirable
  • Experience with Cvent or event management tools
  • Exposure to Mailchimp, Canva, or marketing platforms
  • Familiarity with AI tools (or willingness to learn)
  • Background in consulting, events, or hospitality industries
Working Style
  • Must be available during US Central Time (CT) hours
  • Comfortable working closely with a founder in a collaborative, fast moving environment
  • Able to think ahead, anticipate needs, and problem solve independently
Location

Remote (must be available during US Central Time hours)

Hours

Starting at 20 hours/week with potential to grow full time

Compensation

$600 - $800 a month

Why Join Assist World?
  • 100% REMOTE
  • $50 birthday bonus
  • $200 testimonial bonus
  • $500 entry monthly raffle
  • NO TRACKER. NO PROBLEM

About This Role

Career insights for Industrial Engineers positions

Salary Benchmark
R44,155/month
R31,833 to R60,688/month
Source: WageIndicator ZAR data
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.
Key Skills for This Role
Active Listening Critical Thinking Reading Comprehension Complex Problem Solving Speaking
Common Technologies
ANSYS Minitab Statistical Software MATLAB Microsoft PowerPoint 365 AutoCAD MicroStation CONNECT Edition CATIA V6 PanelView 5000

Job Overview

Date Posted
10 Apr 2026
Location
Not Specified, South Africa

Industrial Engineers Insights

Median Salary (ZAR)
R44,155/month
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.

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