Membership & Outreach Virtual Assistant

Indian Restaurant Association of America (IRAA)

About IRAA

The Indian Restaurant Association of America (IRAA) is a new industry body created to unite and support Indian restaurant owners, suppliers, and stakeholders across the U.S. Our mission is to strengthen the Indian dining industry by providing community, resources, and advocacy.

We are seeking a Membership & Outreach Virtual Assistant who is motivated, confident, and eager to help grow our network of restaurants and members. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys outreach, building connections, and being rewarded for results.

Responsibilities

Restaurant & Member Outreach
o Research and call potential restaurant members (single locations & groups).
o Call and email individual prospects interested in joining IRAA.
o Introduce IRAA benefits, answer basic questions, and schedule calls with Leadership.

Exhibitor & Sponsor Development
o Research and create lists of potential exhibitors/sponsors (suppliers, distributors, tech providers, consultants).
o Reach out to set introductory conversations.

Engagement & Scheduling
o Set up calls with restaurant owners and potential partners.
o Keep accurate records of outreach, conversations, and follow-ups.

Tracking & Reporting
o Maintain a simple CRM/spreadsheet of all contacts.
o Provide weekly updates: calls made, contacts added, members signed.

Requirements
• Strong spoken and written English.
• Confident on phone calls with business owners.
• Organized and detail oriented.
• Comfortable using email and digital tools.
• Prior experience in sales, outreach, or membership role is a plus.

Compensation
• Base Pay: $3/hour (part-time, approx. 15 hrs./week to start)
• Performance Bonuses:
o +$5 for every individual membership sign-up ($200/year membership)
o +$10 for every restaurant membership sign-up ($400/year membership)

This structure allows highly motivated assistants to increase their earnings significantly. For example, 5 restaurant sign-ups = $50 in bonuses on top of your base pay.

Role Details
• Hours: 15 hours per week to start
• Location: Remote
• Start Date: Immediate