RecruitMyMom is a specialist talent company that understands the importance of finding reliable, high-calibre talent to drive business growth. We take pride in being a leading South African recruitment agency for skilled professionals, with a focus on economic empowerment of women, up to executive level.
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Positioned at the heart of a high-output PR agency, this fully remote role is the essential "engine room" that allows their creative and account teams to thrive. We are seeking a proactive, highly organised Virtual Assistant to take ownership of their operational backbone, ensuring that from the moment a cost estimate is drafted to the final influencer gift being delivered, every detail is executed with precision. This is a remote, half-day (4 hours per day) 3 month contract suited for a professional who understands the unique rhythm of the PR and marketing world and excels at balancing financial rigour with creative logistics.
Key Responsibilities
Finance Administration (25% Focus): Draft accurate Cost Estimates (CEs), manage client invoices, and oversee finance-related documentation using Xero.
Supplier & Logistics Management: Source specialist suppliers for PR campaigns, negotiate competitive rates, and coordinate the end-to-end requirements for PR gifting and influencer kits.
Operational Workflow: Maintain the agency’s pulse by managing central boards on Monday.com, ensuring all deadlines are visible and met.
Executive Correspondence: Act as a gatekeeper for the agency inbox, managing professional email correspondence, follow-ups, and stakeholder communication with impeccable etiquette.
Creative Support: Contribute to campaign ideation, specifically regarding PR/influencer kit concepts and sourcing unique items that elevate the agency’s brand presence.
Requirements
Proven Agency Experience: Several years of experience in a PR, Marketing, or Creative Agency environment is highly preferred.
Financial Literacy: Strong background in budgeting, quotations, and basic financial administration.
Exceptional Communication: Professional English proficiency with a focus on clear, polite, and effective email etiquette.
Remote Proficiency: A self-starter capable of multitasking and maintaining high standards in a fast-paced, remote setting.
Negotiation Skills: Ability to engage with external suppliers to secure the best value and quality for our clients.
Experience in lifestyle or luxury PR gifting logistics.
Required Software Skills
Xero (Essential for finance tasks)
Monday.com (Essential for project tracking)
Microsoft PowerPoint (For creating pitch-perfect CEs and proposals)
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