Role Overview:
We are seeking a proactive and highly organized Virtual
Assistant to support a growing business with a combination of social media
engagement and administrative tasks. This role is not limited to scheduling
content. It focuses heavily on authentic social media interaction, client
communication, and ensuring consistent follow-through on tasks.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, responsive, and
capable of working independently while maintaining strong communication and
accountability.
Scope of Work:
Social Media Support
- Perform
monthly scheduling of social media content (light workload; a few
hours/month)
- Actively
manage and engage on LinkedIn:
- Share
posts, videos, and content authentically (non-automated)
- Engage
with groups and relevant audiences
- Assist
in improving content reach and engagement
- (Optional/Plus)
Create or rewrite posts in a natural, human tone (non-AI sounding)
- (Optional/Plus)
Create simple graphics or video content
Client Support & Administrative Tasks
- Conduct
weekly check-ins with existing clients via email
- Share
upcoming schedules and updates
- Ask
proactive questions (needs, support, opportunities)
- Send
periodic client assessments/surveys to identify additional needs
- Maintain
a proactive communication approach (not reactive)
- Provide
regular updates and reports to the business owner
- Track
assigned tasks and ensure completion without constant follow-up
- Support
general administrative needs as assigned
Qualifications:
- Required
Skills & Experience
- Strong
written English communication skills (clear, professional, client-facing)
- Experience
with LinkedIn and social media engagement
- Proven
administrative or virtual assistant experience
- Highly
organized with strong attention to detail
- Strong
follow-through and task ownership
- Ability
to manage multiple tasks and maintain accountability
- Preferred
Qualifications
- Experience
supporting entrepreneurs or small business owners
- Background
in social media content creation (writing, graphics, or video)
- Customer
service or client relationship management experience
- Ability
to think proactively and suggest improvements
- Key
Traits
- Diligent
and reliable
- Proactive
communicator
- Comfortable
working with fast-paced, sometimes unstructured workflows
- Takes
initiative without needing constant direction
Tools Required:
- LinkedIn
(primary platform)
- Email
platforms (Gmail/Outlook)
- Calendar
tools (e.g., Calendly or similar)
- Communication
tools (e.g., Slack)
- (Optional)
Content creation tools (e.g., Canva, basic video editing tools(Capcut))
- Note:
No CRM or social media scheduling tools are currently required; preference
for manual, authentic engagement.
Shifts & Hours:
- Starting
with a minimum of 10 hours per week; flexible working hours
- Ideally
to start with 5 hours per week first but open to the minimum of 10
depending on the final rate and business needs
Target Start Date:
- Flexible
(not urgent)
- Hiring
will proceed after careful candidate shortlisting (estimated 1–2 weeks)
- Prioritize
finding the best match
What We Do
Virtual Colleague Philippines is a virtual assistant outsourcing company based in Manila, Philippines. Their mission is to provide opportunities for individuals to work from home and assist clients by providing suitable virtual colleagues to help them focus on building their businesses.








