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Executive Assistant to Startup CEOAssist World • WorkFromHome, Western Cape, South Africa
Executive Assistant to Startup CEO

Executive Assistant to Startup CEO

Assist World • WorkFromHome, Western Cape, South Africa
3 days ago
Job description

We are seeking a proactive, tech-savvy, and highly organized Executive Assistant to support a fast-moving startup founder. This is a full-time remote position for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and can bring structure to organized chaos. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, intuitive and capable of managing both professional and personal tasks for a busy CEO.

Key Responsibilities

  • Inbox Management : Manage the CEO’s inbox, draft responses, prioritize emails, and ensure timely follow-ups.
  • Calendar Management : Maintain a high-level calendar, schedule meetings, set reminders, and proactively resolve scheduling conflicts.
  • Travel Coordination : Organize domestic and international business travel, including flights, accommodations, and itineraries.
  • Task Prioritization : Understand task urgency, clarify deadlines, and ensure timely completion or follow-up without needing to be chased.
  • Project Support : Assist with small tasks and workflows, particularly in tools like Airtable, Notion, and CRM platforms.
  • Initiative & Autonomy : Take ownership of tasks, ask clarifying questions, and close open loops without requiring micromanagement.
  • Personal Assistance : Help manage personal errands and administrative needs as required.

Ideal Candidate

  • Experience : 3–4 years supporting startup founders or C-level executives.
  • Proven ability to manage high-level calendars and communication independently.
  • Skills

  • Excellent verbal and written communication.
  • Strong intuition, organizational abilities, and problem-solving skills.
  • Tech-savvy with experience in tools like Airtable, Notion, CRMs (HubSpot, Salesforce, etc.), and basic automation tools (e.g., Zapier).
  • Traits

  • Self-starter who thrives in ambiguity.
  • Proactive, detail-oriented, and emotionally intelligent.
  • Comfortable with fast decision-making cycles and taking initiative.
  • $1,100 - $1,100 a month

    Why Join Assist World?

  • 100% REMOTE
  • $50 birthday bonus
  • $200 testimonial bonus
  • $300 tenure bonus every 6 months
  • $500 entry monthly raffle
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