📊 The Growth of Virtual Assistant Jobs (2020–2025)

Carmelita

Oct 30, 2025 — 1 min read

Updated 2025

Virtual Assistance has exploded worldwide, becoming one of the fastest-growing remote careers across the Philippines, South America, and Africa.

📈 Growth Data (2020–2025)

VA job postings grew 95% globally in five years.
Philippines: Demand surged 120%, making it the leading VA market.
South America: Countries like Argentina, Brazil, and Colombia are rising VA hubs due to bilingual talent (Spanish/Portuguese + English).
Africa: Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa have seen triple-digit growth in VA demand, especially in admin, e-commerce, and customer-facing support.

🛠️ Most Common VA Tasks

Employers worldwide hire VAs for flexible support.

Inbox management → 82%
Calendar scheduling → 76%
Social media management → 61%
Data entry & admin → 55%

💡 In South America and Africa, bilingual and multilingual VAs are especially valued for cross-border businesses.

💵 Income Trends

Global VA hourly rates: $6–$20 USD/hour.
Philippines: ₱25,000–₱60,000/month.
South America: $7–$18/hour, higher for bilingual VAs.
Africa: $5–$15/hour, with strong growth in specialized niches (e.g., bookkeeping, digital marketing support).

🔮 Future Outlook (2025–2030)

VA demand is projected to grow 10%+ annually worldwide.
Philippines will remain the global leader in VA supply.
South America will capture more bilingual U.S./LatAm market demand.
Africa will expand as Europe-facing employers tap skilled, multilingual professionals.

✅ Conclusion

From inbox management to social media, Virtual Assistants are driving the remote economy in the Philippines, South America, and Africa.

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