Remote Personal & Executive Assistant

Assist World

South Africa

On-site

ZAR 180,000 - 300,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

100% remote
Birthday bonus $50
Testimonial bonus $200

Job summary

Assist World is seeking a Personal & Executive Assistant to manage scheduling, communications, and life-admin tasks for the founder. This is a 100% remote role with flexibility to handle personal and business logistics. The ideal candidate will have 3–4+ years EA/PA experience, be based in South Africa or the Philippines, and be proficient with Google Workspace.

NDA readiness and discretion are essential. You will coordinate travel, handle light inbox support, and perform light research to

Qualifications

  • 3–4+ years of experience as an EA/PA or similar role.
  • Comfortable supporting both business and personal tasks.
  • Based in South Africa or the Philippines.
  • Proficient with Google Workspace.
  • Trustworthy, discreet, and able to work under NDA.
  • Self-sufficient and proactive in proposing options.

Responsibilities

  • Manage calendar and scheduling across business and personal commitments.
  • Light inbox support and email management (low volume).
  • Coordinate travel — flights and accommodation for business and personal trips.
  • Handle restaurant bookings and event/appointment coordination.
  • Book doctor visits, gym sessions, groceries and day-to-day errands.
  • Light research to stay informed on industry/market developments.
  • Surface-level social media support: scheduling, captions, DM replies.

Skills

Scheduling
Calendar management
Communication
Travel booking
Research
Discretion
Google Workspace
Proactive

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Assist World is seeking a Personal & Executive Assistant to manage scheduling, communications, and life-admin tasks for the founder. This is a 100% remote role with flexibility to handle personal and business logistics. The ideal candidate will have 3–4+ years EA/PA experience, be based in South Africa or the Philippines, and be proficient with Google Workspace.

NDA readiness and discretion are essential. You will coordinate travel, handle light inbox support, and perform light research to

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