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Spiwe C.

Johannesburg, South Africa

$5/hr
5.0
2 jobs

I help business owners, Founders, Entrepreneurs, and teams stay organized, meet deadlines, and free up time by handling the tasks that slow them down. My focus is not just completing tasks but making your daily operations smoother and more efficient. I work proactively, communicate clearly, and take ownership of responsibilities so you don’t have to constantly check in. What I help you with: Admin and virtual assistance to reduce your workload Accurate data entry and CRM updates File, document, and spreadsheet organization Calendar, email, and follow-up management Task and project coordination to keep things on track Skills & Tools: Skills: Virtual Assistance, Admin Support, Data Entry, Web Research, CRM Management, Task Coordination Tools: Google Workspace, Microsoft Excel & Word, Trello, Asana, Zoom If you’re looking for a reliable Virtual Assistant who understands your pain points and helps you stay focused on growth, I’m ready to support you.

  • Administrative Support
  • Data Entry
  • File Management
  • Scheduling
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Online Research
  • Calendar Management
  • Email Management
  • Travel Planning
  • Meeting Notes
  • Invoicing
  • Google Workspace
  • Microsoft Office
  • Typing
  • Customer Support
Aphumle B.

Johannesburg, South Africa

$5/hr
5.0
4 jobs

Hello, I'm Aphumle, a dedicated and customer-focused virtual assistant ready to elevate your customer support experience. With a passion for ensuring client satisfaction, I am committed to handling inquiries, resolving issues, and providing seamless communication to foster positive relationships. Services Offered: Email Support: Managing customer inquiries, addressing concerns, and providing timely responses via email. Social Media management: handle DMs and queries sent via social media accounts. Live Chat Assistance: Engaging with customers in real-time to provide instant support and guidance. Issue Resolution: Skilful at identifying and resolving customer problems to enhance satisfaction. Basic Administrative Tasks: From data entry to calendar management, I am here to assist with your day-to-day administrative needs. Email Correspondence: Managing your inbox and ensuring timely responses to emails. Research Support: While I may be new, I'm adept at conducting online research to gather valuable information. Let's collaborate to create a customer support strategy that aligns with your business goals. I am excited about the opportunity to contribute to the success of your brand through exceptional customer service.

  • Customer Service
  • Data Entry
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word
  • Office Administration
  • Customer Care
  • Calendar Management
  • Email Support
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Appointment Setting
Dakota K.

Johannesburg, South Africa

$15/hr
5.0
3 jobs

Feeling overwhelmed, over worked and just simply lacking a good structure in your business? Let me help you bring structure to the chaos. Whether it’s streamlining your project workflows, managing team communications, or building simple systems for efficiency, I’ve got you covered. With diverse experience in the working world, one would say my communication skills and people skills are strong and adaptable. My expertise include retail operations, business process improvement, inbox management, and creating time-saving systems, I ensure things run smoothly behind the scenes. Tools i use daily: - Google workspace -Canva -Trello -Microsoft office I can help simplify your daily operations for you. Let me help you!

  • Project Management
  • Company Research
  • Market Research
Margeret H.

Johannesburg, South Africa

$6/hr
5.0
13 jobs

I provide top-notch, reliable and speedy support in all administrative tasks. With 7 years of experience within the Virtual/Executive Assistant niche, including certification in Customer Service, I can guarantee that I would be an asset within your organization. Apart from being completely fluent in English, I also speak Afrikaans. Afrikaans is basically considered the sister language of Dutch & German.

  • Administrative Support
  • Data Entry
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Call Center Management
  • Administrate
  • South African English Accent
  • Executive Support
  • Filing
  • Data Extraction
Oratile L.

Johannesburg, South Africa

$6/hr
5.0
4 jobs

✨ I bring calm to busy business operations by turning scattered tasks into organized, stress-free systems that help your business grow. I support business owners behind the scenes by managing calendars, coordinating appointments, tracking clients and jobs, and keeping records accurate and up to date. I specialize in creating smooth workflows so nothing slips through the cracks and every client interaction feels professional and well-managed. I have experience supporting ecommerce operations through platforms such as Shopify and Amazon Seller Central, assisting with order tracking, customer communication, and maintaining clean systems that protect both the brand and customer trust. My focus is on keeping your business running smoothly through client follow-ups via email or chat, CRM and spreadsheet organization, job and task tracking, scheduling meetings and reminders, light bookkeeping such as invoice and payment tracking, and requesting and managing customer reviews. I work with precision, confidentiality, and strong attention to detail. I use modern digital tools and AI-powered productivity methods to improve efficiency and reduce errors in daily operations. Let’s build a partnership where your systems stay organized, your schedule stays under control, and your business continues to move forward with clarity and confidence. 🌟

  • Administrative Support
  • Customer Service
  • Data Entry
  • Virtual Assistance
  • ChatGPT
  • Email Management
  • Executive Support
  • Communications
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Ecommerce
  • CRM Software
  • Shopify
  • Amazon Seller Central
  • Order Tracking
  • Order Management
Omolemo K.

Johannesburg, South Africa

$7/hr
5.0
4 jobs

👋 Hi! I'm Omolemo, a proactive and detail-oriented Virtual Assistant ready to help you streamline your business operations. I specialize in administrative support that saves you time and keeps your workflow running smoothly. Here’s what I can help with: *Email & Calendar Management (Inbox Zero, Google Calendar, Scheduling) *Data Entry & Lead Generation (Excel, Google Sheets, LinkedIn) *CRM Management (HubSpot, Zoho, Notion) *Customer Support (Chat, Email, Ticketing) *Basic Canva Designs for documents and social posts Tools I use daily: *Google Workspace • Microsoft Office • Trello • Slack • Canva • Zoom Why work with me? *Fast, responsive, and deadline and results-driven *Organized and easy to communicate with *Committed to long-term client relationships Let’s work together to get more done, stress-free. Send me a message and let’s discuss your goals!

  • Administrative Support
  • Data Entry
  • Email Communication
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Personal Administration
  • Canva
  • Social Media Engagement
  • Lead Capture
  • Appointment Setting
  • Sales Call
  • Office & Work Space
  • Calendar Management
  • Customer Support
  • Lead Generation
  • Trello

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