POSITION DESCRIPTION
Position

Virtual Assistant

Name

[Name]

Supervisor

[Name]

Function

Administration

Primary Position Objectives
The Virtual Assistantwill fill the role of Personal Assistant to the principal of the practice.

Position Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities

Brief Description of Duties

Administration
Procedures

Responsible for providing, developing and maintaining efficient and
confidential administrative support to the principal of the practice. This
position operates with a high degree of independence in performing the duties
of the position while maintaining open communication with the principal of
the business and the office manager.
Ensure assigned tasks are completed within specified timeframe and with a
minimum number of errors or omissions.
Maintenance of the CRM and ensuring all information is recorded, updated
and accurate at all times.
Preparation of timely and accurate presentations and reports using Microsoft
office applications including Word, Power Point and Excel.

Marketing

Management of social media accounts platforms (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn,
Youtube)
Basic website maintenance and blog management
Preparation of monthly newsletter

Position Competencies
Key Competencies

Performance Standards/Results

Effective
Communication

Presents information both clearly and concisely and regularly confirms correct
interpretation of information.
Very high standard of communication skills both written and oral for the
presentation of facts and ideas.
Written communication must be clear, concise, easy to read and comprehend.

Organisation of Work

Demonstrates the ability to handle several projects simultaneously.
Implements the key principles of time management, task allocation and
priority assignment in addition to personal organisation.
Continually seek ways to improve the service provided via development of
professional skills and personal growth.
Initiates and responds to suggestions for improving service.

Greg Gunther and Associates
Toowoomba | PO Box 1222 Toowoomba 4350
Brisbane | 1072/18 Manning Street Milton 4064

m +61 418987252
egreggunther@guntherandassociates.com.au
w www.guntherandassociates.com.au
Position Interface (People that you liaise with on a regular basis)
Office Manager

Accounts manager

General Manager

Principal of the business

Position Requirements / Selection Criteria
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Extensive computer and internet literacy
Prior experience in an administration role
Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in all output
Proficiency with advanced Microsoft Office applications including Word, Power Point and Excel

Desirable
Prior experience in preparing newsletters
Experience in website and blog management
Experience in customer service
Skills and Abilities

Skill /Ability

Level of Importance to Position
[High, Medium, Low]

1.

Communication – Written

High

2.

Communication – Oral

Medium

3.

Problem Solving

Medium

4.

Ability to make decisions

Medium

5.

Ability to take direction

High

6.

Knowledge of Client Management Database

High

7.

Ability to prioritise and manage tasks

High

8.

Computing Skills

High

9.

Typing Skills - speed and accuracy

High

10. Contribution to Business Continual Improvement

Medium

Key objectives over the next 6 months

Greg Gunther and Associates
Toowoomba | PO Box 1222 Toowoomba 4350
Brisbane | 1072/18 Manning Street Milton 4064

m +61 418987252
egreggunther@guntherandassociates.com.au
w www.guntherandassociates.com.au
Incumbent Approval

[Name & Signature]

Date

Supervisor Approval

[Name & Signature]

Date

HR Approval

[Name & Signature]

Date

Greg Gunther and Associates
Toowoomba | PO Box 1222 Toowoomba 4350
Brisbane | 1072/18 Manning Street Milton 4064

m +61 418987252
egreggunther@guntherandassociates.com.au
w www.guntherandassociates.com.au

Sample Virtual Assistant Job Description

  • 1.
    POSITION DESCRIPTION Position Virtual Assistant Name [Name] Supervisor [Name] Function Administration PrimaryPosition Objectives The Virtual Assistantwill fill the role of Personal Assistant to the principal of the practice. Position Responsibilities Key Responsibilities Brief Description of Duties Administration Procedures Responsible for providing, developing and maintaining efficient and confidential administrative support to the principal of the practice. This position operates with a high degree of independence in performing the duties of the position while maintaining open communication with the principal of the business and the office manager. Ensure assigned tasks are completed within specified timeframe and with a minimum number of errors or omissions. Maintenance of the CRM and ensuring all information is recorded, updated and accurate at all times. Preparation of timely and accurate presentations and reports using Microsoft office applications including Word, Power Point and Excel. Marketing Management of social media accounts platforms (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Youtube) Basic website maintenance and blog management Preparation of monthly newsletter Position Competencies Key Competencies Performance Standards/Results Effective Communication Presents information both clearly and concisely and regularly confirms correct interpretation of information. Very high standard of communication skills both written and oral for the presentation of facts and ideas. Written communication must be clear, concise, easy to read and comprehend. Organisation of Work Demonstrates the ability to handle several projects simultaneously. Implements the key principles of time management, task allocation and priority assignment in addition to personal organisation. Continually seek ways to improve the service provided via development of professional skills and personal growth. Initiates and responds to suggestions for improving service. Greg Gunther and Associates Toowoomba | PO Box 1222 Toowoomba 4350 Brisbane | 1072/18 Manning Street Milton 4064 m +61 418987252 egreggunther@guntherandassociates.com.au w www.guntherandassociates.com.au
  • 2.
    Position Interface (Peoplethat you liaise with on a regular basis) Office Manager Accounts manager General Manager Principal of the business Position Requirements / Selection Criteria Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Extensive computer and internet literacy Prior experience in an administration role Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in all output Proficiency with advanced Microsoft Office applications including Word, Power Point and Excel Desirable Prior experience in preparing newsletters Experience in website and blog management Experience in customer service Skills and Abilities Skill /Ability Level of Importance to Position [High, Medium, Low] 1. Communication – Written High 2. Communication – Oral Medium 3. Problem Solving Medium 4. Ability to make decisions Medium 5. Ability to take direction High 6. Knowledge of Client Management Database High 7. Ability to prioritise and manage tasks High 8. Computing Skills High 9. Typing Skills - speed and accuracy High 10. Contribution to Business Continual Improvement Medium Key objectives over the next 6 months Greg Gunther and Associates Toowoomba | PO Box 1222 Toowoomba 4350 Brisbane | 1072/18 Manning Street Milton 4064 m +61 418987252 egreggunther@guntherandassociates.com.au w www.guntherandassociates.com.au
  • 3.
    Incumbent Approval [Name &Signature] Date Supervisor Approval [Name & Signature] Date HR Approval [Name & Signature] Date Greg Gunther and Associates Toowoomba | PO Box 1222 Toowoomba 4350 Brisbane | 1072/18 Manning Street Milton 4064 m +61 418987252 egreggunther@guntherandassociates.com.au w www.guntherandassociates.com.au