Virtual Assistant for Small Business Owner

I’m a solo entrepreneur running a small e-commerce business and need a Virtual Assistant to help with day-to-day tasks like email management, scheduling, and basic data entry. The role is perfect for someone organized, detail-oriented, and looking for steady part-time work.

You don’t need advanced technical skills — just reliability, good communication, and a willingness to learn. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants consistent freelance income while supporting a growing business.

Responsibilities

Manage and organize emails, flagging important ones.

Schedule meetings and maintain a simple calendar.

Handle basic data entry tasks (Excel/Google Sheets).

Prepare weekly task summaries.

Research suppliers or tools when needed.

Update product listings with provided information.

Respond to customer inquiries with template replies.

Maintain simple records and reports.

Required Skills

Strong written English.

Basic knowledge of Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Calendar).

Time management and organization.

Attention to detail.

Ability to follow instructions clearly.

Reliable internet connection.

Nice to Have

Experience with e-commerce platforms (Shopify, Etsy, etc.).

Familiarity with Trello or Asana.

Knowledge of basic bookkeeping.

Customer service background.

Ability to suggest workflow improvements.

Typical Weekly/Monthly Tasks

Weekly: Email management, scheduling, customer replies.

Monthly: Reports, product updates, supplier research.

Estimated workload: 10–12 hours per week.

What I Provide

Clear instructions and templates.

Access to necessary tools.

Ongoing feedback and support.

Training for specific tasks.

What I Offer

Friendly, flexible work environment.

Long-term collaboration if we click.

Opportunity to grow into operations support.

Flexible deadlines (quality > speed).

Working Schedule

Flexible hours — tasks can be done anytime as long as deadlines are met.

Weekly check-ins via email or WhatsApp.

Payment Structure

Basic Tier: $300/month → 8 hrs/week, email + scheduling only.

Standard Tier: $375/month → 10 hrs/week, includes data entry + reports.

Premium Tier: $450/month → 12 hrs/week, includes customer replies + product updates.

Payment frequency: Monthly via PayPal or Wise.

Tools You'll Use

Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Calendar)

Trello or Asana (optional)

Email client (Gmail/Outlook)

Training Provided

Onboarding call.

Tutorials for tools.

Templates for customer replies.

Realistic Expectations

No need to be a “super admin.”

Mistakes are okay — we’ll improve together.

Focus on organization and reliability.

Growth Opportunities

Potential to expand into operations management.

Opportunity to handle supplier communication.

Role can grow into full business support.

Ideal Candidate

Organized and proactive.

Reliable with deadlines.

Friendly communicator.

Enjoys helping small businesses.

Open to feedback.

How to Apply

Please share:

A short introduction about yourself.

Your availability per week.

Tools you’re comfortable with.

Your preferred tier (Basic/Standard/Premium).

Why you enjoy working with small businesses.

One idea to improve workflow efficiency.