Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and digital invitation/scheduling tools (e.g., Zoom)
Requirements:
Manage diary appointments and professional schedules with a high sense of urgency.
Type and format blog articles for publication.
Source and book conference venues, manage invitation distributions, and conduct rigorous follow-ups.
Coordinate with authors and stakeholders to organise and promote book launches and promotional events, liaising in English and Afrikaans.
Job description
A specialist publishing and conferencing organisation is seeking a proactive Virtual Executive Assistant for a flexible, 10-hour-per-week contract. While the role is primarily remote, the successful candidate must be based in Gauteng to attend occasional face-to-face meetings. This position requires a high-energy professional who can manage a significant increase in volume during April, tapering off in May and June. The ideal candidate is a self-starter capable of managing event logistics and author relations with total independence.
Reporting to the Managing Director your responsibilities will be:
Manage diary appointments and professional schedules with a high sense of urgency.
Type and format blog articles for publication.
Source and book conference venues, manage invitation distributions, and conduct rigorous follow-ups.
Coordinate with authors to organise and promote book launches and promotional events.
Liaise with stakeholders fluently in both English and Afrikaans.
Requirements
Previous experience within the publishing, marketing or events industry.
Proven track record of managing project-based workloads with varying intensity.
Computer literate, Microsoft Office Suite (Expert level, Zoom or Digital invitation/scheduling tools).
A role designed for an independent thinker who dislikes micro-management.
A self-starter who can prioritise without being asked.
A blend of creative content support and high-level logistics.
