Executive Assistant & Strategic Operations Coordinator | AI & Salesforce Proficient
Job Overview
Location
South Africa
Job Type
Full-time
Category
Operations
Date Posted
May 12, 2026
Full Job Description
đź“‹ Description
- • Executive Assistant & Strategic Operations Coordinator supporting leadership across a micro private equity firm and a pet care organization, serving as a true extension of the executive by managing workflows, improving systems, and driving operational efficiency.
- • Day-to-day responsibilities include managing executive calendars, coordinating meetings and travel, preparing reports and presentations, leveraging AI tools to automate tasks, streamlining operations across both businesses, anticipating leadership needs, and acting as a proactive problem-solver in fast-moving entrepreneurial environments.
- • The company operates two distinct but growing businesses: a U.S.-focused micro private equity firm acquiring small businesses and a pet care industry leader modernizing its operations, offering exposure to diverse sectors and high-impact strategic initiatives.
- • The role offers the opportunity to develop advanced skills in executive support, operations optimization, AI-enabled workflow design, cross-functional coordination, and strategic thinking — positioning the candidate for growth into senior operations or chief of staff roles.
🎯 Requirements
- • Proven experience as an Executive Assistant, Operations Coordinator, or similar role supporting executives in fast-paced environments.
- • Proficiency with AI tools (e.g., for automation, summarization, scheduling) and Salesforce or comparable CRM/platforms.
- • Exceptional organizational, time-management, and attention-to-detail skills with ability to juggle multiple priorities.
- • Strong communication skills (written and verbal) and comfort interacting with stakeholders across industries.
- • Resourceful, proactive mindset with ability to anticipate needs and solve problems independently.
- • Familiarity with private equity, operations management, or pet care industry is a plus.
🏖️ Benefits
- • Fully remote position based in South Africa with flexible hours to support U.S.-based leadership.
- • Opportunity to work directly with founders and executives across two innovative, growing businesses.
- • Exposure to cutting-edge AI tools and modern operational systems in real-world applications.
- • Professional development budget and support for upskilling in AI, operations, and executive support.
- • Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture that values initiative and ownership.
- • Competitive compensation package aligned with experience and impact.
Skills & Technologies
About Assist World Technologies Private Limited
Assist World Technologies Private Limited is an India-based software development and IT services company founded in 2010. It provides custom web and mobile application development, cloud solutions, enterprise software integration, and digital transformation consulting to mid-market and enterprise clients worldwide. The company focuses on open-source technologies, agile delivery, and dedicated offshore development teams, serving industries such as finance, healthcare, retail, and logistics from offices in Noida and delivery centers across India.
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