Dari/Pashto Virtual Research Assistant currently residing in Asia

About the Opportunity We are looking for proactive, resourceful, and reliable Virtual Assistants to support international business research, supplier identification, and general coordination assignments. This is a flexible, remote, project-based opportunity suitable for students, freelancers, entrepreneurs, and professionals from any background. We are particularly interested in individuals based in Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, or Turkey, with strong familiarity with Afghanistan and regional business environments.

Responsibilities

Depending on the assignment, tasks may include: ● Researching local manufacturers, wholesalers, and suppliers. ● Identifying suppliers of agricultural equipment, water pumps, solar equipment, and other commercial products. ● Comparing product availability, pricing, and supplier capabilities. ● Communicating with businesses to obtain information and quotations. ● Conducting general market research and identifying potential business opportunities. ● Coordinating meetings, appointments, and local arrangements. ● Preparing simple Excel comparisons and research summaries. ● Supporting other administrative and business coordination tasks as needed. Who Can Apply? We welcome applications from candidates with diverse professional and educational backgrounds. Our ideal candidate is: ● Proactive, dependable, and comfortable working independently. ● Fluent in Dari or Pashto, with basic conversational English. ● Familiar with Afghanistan, its culture, and business environment. ● Currently residing in Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, or Turkey. ● Comfortable using Google Search, Excel, email, and messaging applications. ● Able to communicate professionally with local businesses and service providers. ● Willing to learn and take on different types of assignments. ● Open to occasional travel to Afghanistan, subject to mutual agreement, legal eligibility, and safety considerations. No previous Virtual Assistant experience or formal business qualification is required. Engagement Details ● Remote and flexible working arrangement. ● Paid on a project-by-project basis. ● Potential for ongoing collaboration. ● Occasional travel assignments may be available, with approved expenses covered. ● Shortlisted applicants may be invited to complete a small paid evaluation task.

How to Apply

Please answer the following questions: 1. Which country and city are you currently based in? 2. Which languages do you speak? 3. Are you familiar with Afghanistan? If yes, which cities or regions? 4. What are you currently doing (studying, working, freelancing, etc.)? 5. Have you ever researched suppliers, arranged services, or coordinated tasks for someone? 6. Are you comfortable independently researching businesses and contacting suppliers? 7. Would you consider occasional travel to Afghanistan if legally permitted and safe? We value initiative, practical thinking, and reliability more than formal qualifications.