Part-time Personal Assistant

RecruitMyMom; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Part time

Job summary

A global software company is seeking a Part-time Personal Assistant to support their CEO. This role requires around 10 hours per week with flexible scheduling. The ideal candidate will have proven experience as an Executive Assistant, excellent communication skills, and be detail-oriented. The position is primarily remote, but occasional in-office support in Cape Town may be necessary. A proactive approach and comfort with technology in a fast-paced environment are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive or Personal Assistant (non-negotiable).
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and self-managed.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional, discreet, and proactive approach.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, innovative, and tech-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Prioritise and manage the CEO’s inbox, ensuring timely communication and follow-up.
• Arrange and manage flights, accommodation, and related logistics for CEO and team members.
• Handle general admin tasks, documentation, and operational coordination.
• Manage the CEO’s diary, schedule meetings, and maintain calendar accuracy.
• Provide additional assistance on small projects and tasks as needed.

Skills

Organisational skills

Excellent communication skills

Detail-oriented

Proactive approach

Tech-savvy

Tools

Google Workspace

MS Office

Job description

Claremont, South Africa | Posted on 12/11/2025

An established global software company in the fleet management and telematics space is seeking a professional Part-time Personal Assistant to support their CEO. This is a part-time, independent contracting role requiring around 10 hours per week, with flexible scheduling. While the role is primarily remote, occasional in-office support in Claremont may be required.

Responsibilities

• Inbox Management: Prioritise and manage the CEO’s inbox, ensuring timely communication and follow-up.
• Travel Coordination: Arrange and manage flights, accommodation, and related logistics for CEO and team members.
• Office Administration: Handle general admin tasks, documentation, and operational coordination.
• Scheduling: Manage the CEO’s diary, schedule meetings, and maintain calendar accuracy.
• Ad-Hoc Support: Provide additional assistance on small projects and tasks as needed.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Executive or Personal Assistant (non-negotiable).
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and self-managed.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Confident using standard office software (Google Workspace or MS Office).
• Professional, discreet, and proactive approach.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, innovative, and tech-focused environment.
• Must have your own laptop, reliable internet, and backup power.

Part-time and remote, but must be based in Cape Town.