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Executive Assistant

Somewhere

Fully Remote
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πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants

This fully remote full time position at Somewhere is open to applicants from South Africa. The estimated monthly salary is R33,300 – R40,700 ZAR. This role is suited for mid-level professionals. As a remote position, you can work from anywhere in South Africa β€” whether you're based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, or a smaller town.

Job Description

Position: Executive Assistant

Working Schedule: 8am-5pm EST

Job Description:

We're looking for a highly skilled and experiencedExecutive Assistantto provide comprehensive administrative and operational support to our C-suite executives. The ideal candidate is a proactive, organized, and detail-oriented professional with a proven track record of handling a wide range of administrative and executive support-related tasks. You'll act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders and will be able to work independently with minimal supervision. A high level of professionalism and confidentiality is essential for this role.

Key Responsibilities
* Administrative Management:Manage and maintain executive schedules, appointments, and travel arrangements (both domestic and international). This includes coordinating flights, hotels, ground transportation, and creating detailed itineraries.
* Communication & Correspondence:Serve as the primary point of contact, screening and directing phone calls, emails, and other correspondence. Draft, proofread, and edit internal and external communications, presentations, and reports.
* Meeting Coordination:Organize and prepare for meetings, including creating agendas, preparing presentation materials, and taking detailed minutes. Ensure executives are well-prepared for all meetings and events.
* Project & Task Management:Assist with special projects and initiatives, conducting research and compiling data as needed. Track key deliverables and follow up on action items to ensure timely completion.
* Confidentiality & Discretion:Handle sensitive information with the utmost discretion and maintain strict confidentiality regarding all company and executive matters.
* Expense Reporting:Manage and submit expense reports for executives, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.
* Office Management:Maintain an organized and efficient office environment for the executive team.

Qualifications
* Experience:Minimum of 3+ years of experience as an executive assistant, preferably supporting C-level executives.
* Technical Skills:Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and strong familiarity with productivity and communication tools.
* Soft Skills:Exceptional Communication:Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Proactive & Resourceful:Ability to anticipate needs, problem-solve, and work independently.Organizational Prowess:Superior time management and organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.Attention to Detail:Meticulous and detail-oriented approach to all tasks.
* Exceptional Communication:Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Proactive & Resourceful:Ability to anticipate needs, problem-solve, and work independently.
* Organizational Prowess:Superior time management and organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
* Attention to Detail:Meticulous and detail-oriented approach to all tasks.

Tips for South African Applicants

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Timezone Advantage

South Africa (SAST, UTC+2) overlaps well with European business hours and has a few hours of overlap with US East Coast. Mention your timezone flexibility in your application.

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Salary in Context

At R33,300/month, this role is competitive with the average South African remote salary. The USD equivalent ($1,800/mo) benefits from the favourable exchange rate.

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Application Tips

Tailor your CV to international standards β€” use a clean format, highlight remote work experience, and include your English proficiency. Many SA applicants succeed by emphasising their strong work ethic and cultural adaptability.

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Load Shedding Preparedness

If you're applying for a remote role, having a backup power solution (UPS, inverter, or generator) and mobile data as a backup internet connection shows employers you're prepared for South Africa's infrastructure challenges.

About Somewhere

Somewhere is a company in the Recruitment & Staffing industry that hires remote workers from South Africa. They currently have 685 open positions on Hirezar. View all Somewhere jobs β†’