Executive Assistant to Founder (Part‑time, Remote)

About the role

We are seeking a proactive Executive Assistant to support the Founder of a dynamic travel experience company. This part‑time, remote position focuses on streamlining communication, protecting the founder’s focus time, and ensuring smooth daily operations.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and organize the founder’s email inbox, prioritising urgent messages and reducing clutter.
• Coordinate WhatsApp communications, ensuring timely responses to key contacts.
• Maintain the calendar, schedule meetings and appointments efficiently.
• Track follow‑ups and monitor responses across all communication channels.
• Draft routine replies on behalf of the founder.
• Organise tasks, reminders and daily workflow priorities.
• Filter non‑urgent communications to protect focus time and minimise interruptions.

Required profile

• Proven experience as a Virtual Assistant or Executive Assistant.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with strong attention to detail.
• Self‑motivated, able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience supporting founders or senior executives in fast‑paced environments is a plus.

Required skills

• Email management platforms
• Calendar tools
• WhatsApp
• Common productivity software

What we offer

• Permanent remote work from home
• Part‑time schedule: Monday‑Friday, 9:00 am‑1:00 pm SAST
• Opportunity for long‑term growth into broader operational roles