--- title: 'Junior/Mid-Level SharePoint & Power Platform Developer at Assist World' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/junior-mid-level-sharepoint-power-platform-developer-assist-world-south-africa-6y31amxj43nj' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-07' --- # Junior/Mid-Level SharePoint & Power Platform Developer at Assist World - **Company:** Assist World - **Location:** South Africa - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** remote - **Posted:** 2026-09-01 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-07 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/assist-world/f69ee6d3-1318-449f-830f-cd7f6b1280ea ## Job description We are looking for a Junior to Mid-Level SharePoint & Power Platform Developer to support an active programme of Microsoft 365 projects. The role will suit someone who already has a solid grounding in SharePoint and the Power Platform and is looking to build further experience working on practical business solutions. You will be given individual tasks and requirements, with the expectation that you can work through the problem, build the solution, test it and present your work back to the project lead. You do not need to be a senior developer or architect, but you should be technically capable and confident enough to work independently. ## Key Responsibilities SharePoint Build and configure SharePoint Lists and Libraries Configure SharePoint sites, views, columns and permissions Use JSON to customise SharePoint Lists and Libraries Make changes to existing SharePoint solutions Troubleshoot configuration and functionality issues Assist with the development and improvement of SharePoint-based solutions Power Automate Build and maintain Power Automate flows Automate business processes using Microsoft Power Automate Work with triggers, actions, conditions and approvals Troubleshoot failed or incorrectly configured flows Test workflows and make improvements where required Document workflow logic and processes Power Apps Assist with the development of simple Power Apps Modify and maintain existing applications Connect applications to SharePoint and other Microsoft 365 services Troubleshoot basic Power Apps issues Develop your knowledge of the wider Power Platform Project Work You will work on live projects and will generally be given a requirement or individual piece of work to complete. You will be expected to: Understand the requirement Identify an appropriate solution Complete the build or configuration Test your work Raise questions where something is unclear Demonstrate completed work to the project lead Take feedback and make amendments where necessary ## Requirements You should have practical experience with most of the following: SharePoint Online SharePoint Lists and Libraries SharePoint JSON Power Automate ## Basic Power Apps SharePoint configuration SharePoint troubleshooting Microsoft 365 We are open to candidates at the junior end of the market provided they have a good technical foundation and can demonstrate that they have actually worked with these technologies. Formal qualifications are useful, but practical experience and the ability to demonstrate your work will be more important. Power Automate Interview Requirement Candidates will be asked to discuss a Power Automate Flow they have previously built. A live demonstration is not required, but you should be able to explain: What the Flow was designed to achieve What triggered it The main actions and logic used Any conditions or approvals How errors were handled What systems or applications it connected with ## Why you chose that particular approach We are interested in how you approach a problem and build a solution, rather than simply seeing Power Automate listed on a CV. Working Style The role requires someone who is comfortable getting on with things. You will receive direction and requirements from the project lead, but you will not be given a step-by-step set of instructions for every task. You should be comfortable researching an unfamiliar problem, testing different approaches and coming back with a sensible solution. The successful candidate will be: Curious and willing to learn A good problem solver Comfortable working independently Well organised Reliable and accountable Comfortable receiving feedback Able to explain their work clearly Interested in developing their technical skills Why Join Assist World? ## 100% REMOTE $50 birthday bonus $200 testimonial bonus ## NO TRACKER. NO PROBLEM ## About Assist World ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Assist World is a virtual assistant staffing and outsourcing company that matches businesses with vetted remote talent across administrative, sales, customer service, and industry-specific roles. - **Entity Type**: Private (Bootstrapped) - **Headquarters**: Las Vegas, Nevada, United States - **Founded**: 2022 - **Founders**: Cohen Chorabik (CEO & Co-Founder) ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Staffing and Recruiting / Virtual Assistant Services - **Target customers**: B2B — small to medium-sized businesses, real estate firms, legal practices, healthcare providers, e-commerce brands, and growing companies seeking cost-effective, flexible remote support. - **Mission or purpose statement**: To help businesses build and manage high-performing remote teams without the cost of traditional hiring, saving clients up to 50–70% compared to local hiring. ## Products & Services - **Virtual Executive Assistant**: AI-powered administrative support including email and calendar management, scheduling, and research. - **Virtual Administrative Assistant**: General administrative support, data entry, and office management. - **Accounting Virtual Assistant**: Bookkeeping, payroll, tax support, and financial reporting (expertise in QBO, Ramp & Gust). - **Customer Support Representative**: Multi-channel customer service, helpdesk management, and client communication. - **Industry-Specific Assistants**: Specialized roles for Real Estate (lead generation, CRM, marketing), Legal (research, document review, contract management), Healthcare (medical administration), and E-commerce (product listings, SEO, customer service). - **Social Media & Marketing Manager**: Content creation, audience engagement, ad campaign support, and brand growth. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available - **Key Metric**: Total Funding — Not disclosed (appears bootstrapped) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: No major institutional investors identified; operates as a privately held, self-funded entity. - **Growth Signals**: - Headcount grew **247.1% year-over-year** to 39 employees (as of 2026). - LinkedIn followers grew **122.2% year-over-year** to ~38,196. - Active job postings increased **100% quarter-over-quarter** and **33.3% year-over-year**. - Workforce distributed across 9 countries (South Africa, Philippines, United Kingdom, United States, Kenya, Ecuador, Colombia, Canada, Iran). - Claims a network of **5,000+ pre-vetted professionals** and a client base across multiple industries. ## Competitive Advantages - **Cost efficiency**: Clients save 50–70% compared to local hiring, with flexible part-time or full-time engagements and no long-term lock-in contracts. - **Speed of hiring**: Discovery call to candidate match within 24–48 hours; faster than traditional agencies. - **Quality of talent**: Only the top 0.5% of applicants are accepted; rigorous vetting process with strong English fluency and timezone alignment. - **Full-service support**: Dedicated account manager, management dashboard, and 100% satisfaction guarantee (rematch or refund). - **Global talent pool**: Access to diverse, vetted professionals across time zones, enabling 24/7 coverage. ## Strategic Focus - **Scale and diversify**: Expanding industry-specific verticals (real estate, legal, healthcare, e-commerce) to capture more niche demand. - **Technology integration**: Leveraging AI-powered tools (e.g., for executive research and accounting) to enhance assistant productivity and client value. - **Talent pipeline**: Continuously recruiting top-tier virtual assistants globally, with an emphasis on English fluency, reliability, and U.S. timezone compatibility. - **Client retention**: Investing in account management and flexible staffing to reduce churn and build long-term partnerships. ## Why Work Here - **100% remote work**: All roles are fully remote, offering maximum flexibility for global talent. - **Performance-based compensation**: Pay structures reflect experience, skills, and impact, with biannual bonuses and monthly raffles. - **Growth opportunities**: Work with high-caliber clients across industries; receive feedback and mentorship to develop professionally. - **Supportive culture**: Emphasis on transparency, communication, and collaboration — "You’re never just a number." - **Flexible scheduling**: Part-time (54%) and full-time (45%) options available; ability to align with client time zones (especially U.S. hours). - **Ideal for**: Organized, proactive, detail-oriented individuals fluent in English, comfortable with Google Workspace, Zoom, Slack, and eager to deliver excellence. ## Sources 1. [assistworld.com](https://assistworld.com/) 2. [jobs.lever.co/assist-world](https://jobs.lever.co/assist-world) 3. [assistworld.com/careers](https://assistworld.com/careers/) 4. [linkedin.com/company/assistworld](https://www.linkedin.com/company/assistworld) 5. 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