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Nokuthula V.

Executive Assistant | Chief of Staff | Business Operations

Hi there! I am an experienced Executive Assistant and Business Operations professional with a background in finance, systems design, and team coordination. With over four years of experience across startups, education, staffing, and corporate environments, I deliver high-level administrative and operational support that helps businesses scale efficiently. I work closely with founders, executives, and leadership teams to streamline processes, manage remote teams, and ensure that day-to-day operations align with strategic objectives. Whether you need a detail-oriented assistant, a proactive operations partner, or someone to build and manage systems, I bring the structure, initiative, and professionalism needed to support your growth. Services Offered: Executive & Administrative Support →Calendar and inbox management, stakeholder coordination, meeting preparation and follow-up, document drafting, and task tracking. Business Operations & Systems Management →SOP creation, workflow optimization, performance tracking, project coordination, and internal communications. Proficient in ClickUp, Notion, Airtable, and other operations tools. Remote Team & Project Oversight →Support with recruitment, onboarding, training, team deployment, and performance reporting. Familiar with managing distributed teams across different time zones. Finance & Compliance Support →Bookkeeping, invoicing, budgeting, and financial reporting using Sage Accounting, Xero, Zoho Books, Quickbooks and Google Sheets. Client Success & Communications →CRM management, client onboarding, retention strategy, and ongoing support for high-value B2B and B2C clients. Tools & Platforms: ClickUp | Notion | Airtable | Slack | Google Workspace | Microsoft Office | Zoho One | Calendly | Sage Accounting | Mailchimp | LinkedIn Recruiter | Zoom | Xero | Quickbooks | Monday.com | Zapier| Base44 | etc. Why Work With Me? →Proven success supporting executives and teams in fast-paced, remote environments →A unique blend of business psychology, financial literacy, and operational strategy →Strong organizational skills, proactive communication, and commitment to excellence →Experience across multiple industries including education, staffing, energy, and corporate training →Trusted by clients in South Africa, the UK, the US, and Israel I bring clarity, structure, and accountability to every role I take on. If you're looking for a professional who can adapt quickly, think strategically, and manage day-to-day operations with precision, I’d be glad to support your goals. Let’s connect to discuss how I can contribute to your success.

🇿🇦Johannesburg, South Africa$35/hr100% JSS5.00 (16)Since Apr 2021
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Earnings and projects

MRR
$58

Last 6 months ÷ 6

World#148,007 / 412k
🇿🇦Country#852 / 2,548
Revenue, last 30 days
$0

Last 6 months: $346

Total earnings
$11k

Billed in all: $12k

World#185,546 / 412k
🇿🇦Country#1,024 / 2,548
Per project
$476

$346 in the last 6 months

World#187,300 / 412k
🇿🇦Country#1,174 / 2,548
Projects, last 6 months
1
100% fixed0% hourly
World#128,096 / 412k
🇿🇦Country#683 / 2,548
Projects in all
24

Across 26 contracts

62% fixed38% hourly
World#116,632 / 412k
🇿🇦Country#558 / 2,548

Earnings, last 30 days

$12.3kNothing earned in the last 30 daysBilled in all, before Upwork's fee · drag across the chart to see what was earned in any stretch
$12.0k$12.2k$12.4k$12.6kOct 9Oct 24Nov 8

Skill rankings: Top 31% in Productivity Tool

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  7. #1,781Business Operations4,003 freelancers · 🇿🇦 #20Top 44%
  8. #2,474Calendar Management4,894 freelancers · 🇿🇦 #32Top 51%