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Executive Operations Assistant

Somewhere

Fully Remote
Remote - South Africa
South Africa
SA / EMEA hours

Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants

This fully remote full time position at Somewhere explicitly welcomes applicants based in South Africa. As a remote position, you can work from anywhere in South Africa — whether you're based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, or a smaller town.

Job Description

Executive Operations Assistant

Location:RemoteEmployment Type:Full-Time (Contractor)Working Hours:U.S. business hours (CST preferred)Reports to:Founder / Executive

About the Role

We are seeking ahighly organized, detail-oriented Executive Operations Assistantto support a fast-moving business acrossexecutive support, operations, and light marketing functions.

This is not a traditional VA role. You will act as aright hand to the executive, helping manage day-to-day priorities, maintain operational systems, and ensure nothing falls through the cracks.

The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in ahigh-ownership environment, is systems-minded, and can seamlessly switch between administrative tasks, data management, and light content execution.

Key Responsibilities

1. Executive Support (≈40%)
* Manage inbox: triage, draft responses, flag priorities, and maintain organization
* Own calendar management: scheduling, rescheduling, and optimizing the executive’s time
* Coordinate meetings, calls, and internal/external communications
* Track action items and follow-ups to ensure execution
* Act as a gatekeeper and facilitator for the executive’s time and priorities

2. Operations & Data Management (≈40%)
* Maintain and update CRM systems with accuracy and consistency
* Input and manage contracts viaDocuSign, Excel, or internal systems
* Track deal flow, client information, and operational data
* Assist in building and improving internal workflows and processes
* Ensure all systems (CRM, documents, trackers) are clean, organized, and up-to-date

3. Marketing & Content Support (≈20%)
* Assist with content posting across social media or marketing platforms
* Schedule posts and maintain content calendars
* Support light content formatting, organization, or repurposing
* Coordinate with internal or external marketing resources as needed

Ideal Candidate Profile

Must-Have
* 2–5+ years of experience as:Executive AssistantOperations AssistantHigh-level Virtual Assistant
* Executive Assistant
* Operations Assistant
* High-level Virtual Assistant
* Strong experience with:Inbox and calendar managementCRM systems (HubSpot, Salesforce, or similar)Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Calendar)
* Inbox and calendar management
* CRM systems (HubSpot, Salesforce, or similar)
* Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Calendar)
* High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
* Excellent written and verbal English communication
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
* Proactive mindset with strong ownership and follow-through

Nice-to-Have
* Experience withDocuSign or contract management workflows
* Basic Excel proficiency (data entry, formatting, light tracking)
* Exposure to marketing tools or social media platforms
* Experience supporting founders, executives, or small teams

What Success Looks Like
* The executive’s inbox and calendar are fully organized and optimized
* CRM and operational systems are consistently accurate and up-to-date
* Contracts and data are processed efficiently with minimal errors
* Communication flows smoothly across internal and external stakeholders
* The executive is freed up to focus on high-value strategic work

Why This Role is Compelling
* High-impact role working directly with a business leader
* Broad exposure acrossoperations, executive support, and marketing
* Opportunity to grow into a more senior operations or chief-of-staff type role
* Fast-paced environment with strong ownership and autonomy

Tips for South African Applicants

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.

Salary in Context

Even without a listed salary, international remote roles typically pay 2-3x more than equivalent local positions in South Africa due to the exchange rate advantage.

Application Tips

Tailor your CV to international standards — 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.

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 1632 open positions on Hirezar. View all Somewhere jobs →