Assist World

Project Manager & Executive Assistant

South AfricaFull timeManager$800 - $900 / monthPosted 8 months ago
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We’re looking for a highly organised, tech-savvy Project Manager & Executive Assistant to support a growing consulting and brand strategy business working with thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals.
This is a varied role combining executive support, project management, research, content creation, AI tools, and presentation development. The ideal candidate will be someone who can take ownership of tasks, work independently, communicate clearly, and use technology and AI to work efficiently.

What You’ll Be Doing

● Provide day-to-day executive and project management support
● Manage calendars, meetings, scheduling, and follow-ups
● Coordinate projects and ensure deadlines and deliverables stay on track
● Conduct research and gather statistics, insights, and supporting information
● Use AI tools to research, summarise, organise, and develop content
● Create and edit written content including pitch letters, submissions, creative briefs, and other business communications
● Support the development of presentations and PowerPoint decks, including detailed 20+ slide presentations
● Summarise meetings, calls, and key discussions using tools such as Otter
● Help prepare materials for speaking opportunities, conferences, workshops, podcasts, book projects, and other thought-leadership initiatives
● Assist with pitching and submissions, including TEDx and conference opportunities
● Communicate and coordinate through Slack and other business platforms
● Identify opportunities to improve workflows through automation and AI
● Take ownership of ad-hoc projects and administrative tasks as required