Administrative Assistant & Operations Coordinator

assist-worldยท Operations
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๐Ÿ“ South AfricaAdministrative๐Ÿ’ฐ USD 500โ€“800

About this role

Position Overview
We are seeking a flexible, highly organized Administrative Assistant & Operations Coordinator
to support a growing coaching and consulting business serving financial advisors nationwide.
This role combines administrative support, client coordination, event support, CRM organization,
and operational assistance. The ideal candidate is adaptable, proactive, and excited to help
build systems and processes within a fast-growing startup-style environment.
The role will initially begin part-time with the expectation of quickly transitioning into a full-time
opportunity for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

Administrative & Executive Support
โ— Manage calendars, scheduling, and speaking engagements
โ— Coordinate travel logistics and itineraries
โ— Ensure scheduling alignment to prevent overbooking and conflicts
โ— Assist with inbox organization and communication follow-up

Client & Relationship Management
โ— Follow up with prospective and existing coaching clients
โ— Coordinate communication with financial advisors and industry contacts
โ— Maintain strong responsiveness and relationship management standards
โ— Track leads, conversations, and follow-up activity

CRM & Systems Support
โ— Assist in building and organizing a CRM system for the coaching business
โ— Help evaluate and maintain technology and workflow systems
โ— Create organizational processes to improve efficiency and scalability

Event Coordination
โ— Assist with planning and coordinating in-person events throughout the year
โ— Communicate with vendors and venue partners
โ— Coordinate logistics, materials, timelines, and pre-event organization
โ— Help manage event-related administrative details

Marketing & Social Media Support
โ— Support basic social media posting and content coordination
โ— Help maintain visibility and communication consistency across channels

Ideal Candidate Profile
โ— Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
โ— Comfortable working in a startup or fast-growing business environment
โ— Highly adaptable and flexible with changing priorities
โ— Strong communication and follow-up skills
โ— Experience coordinating schedules, events, or client communications
โ— Self-starter who can operate independently
โ— Positive and professional demeanor
โ— Comfortable wearing multiple hats and supporting multiple initiatives simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications
โ— Experience supporting executives, coaches, consultants, or entrepreneurs
โ— Familiarity with CRM systems and workflow tools
โ— Event coordination experience preferred
โ— Social media coordination experience preferred
โ— Client-facing experience strongly preferred

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Administrative Assistant & Operations Coordinator role at assist-world?
The listed salary for this Administrative Assistant & Operations Coordinator position at assist-world is USD 500โ€“800. This is an Administrative role.
Where is the Administrative Assistant & Operations Coordinator position at assist-world located?
This Administrative Assistant & Operations Coordinator role at assist-world is based in South Africa. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Administrative Assistant & Operations Coordinator role at assist-world full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Administrative position. It is posted as a Administrative Assistant & Operations Coordinator role in the Operations department at assist-world.
Which team or department does the Administrative Assistant & Operations Coordinator at assist-world belong to?
This Administrative Assistant & Operations Coordinator position is part of the Operations department at assist-world. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Administrative Assistant & Operations Coordinator job at assist-world posted?
This Administrative Assistant & Operations Coordinator position at assist-world was posted on May 19, 2026. Apply as soon as possible โ€” early applications are often reviewed first.
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