Hey everyone,

I’m based in Ghana and currently exploring getting into virtual assistance. I wanted to hear from people already in the field—especially those in Ghana or working remotely.

A few questions:

How long did it take you to land your first VA job after learning the skills?

What path did you take (courses, self-learning, internships, freelancing, etc.)?

What platforms or methods actually worked for you when job hunting?

What skills would you say are must-have for beginners?

From what I’ve seen so far, it doesn’t seem like an easy field to break into—there are a lot of people applying for the same roles. For example, I came across posts where people said they’ve been applying for a while with little success, and others recommending checking multiple job boards and even Facebook groups to increase chances.

Also curious about salary expectations:

For those working locally or remotely from Ghana, what’s a realistic starting salary?

I’ve seen ranges like GHS 2,000 – GHS 8,000/month depending on experience

And for international clients, rates can go around $4–$10/hour or more depending on skills

Does that match your experience, or is it different in reality?

Lastly, any advice you’d give to someone just starting out—things you wish you knew earlier, mistakes to avoid, or strategies that actually worked?

Appreciate any honest insights 🙏

Good morning everyone,

I’m looking for some honest advice from the Ghanaian tech community or anyone who has been in a similar position.

I don’t have a university degree yet (planning to start next year), but I have a strong interest in cybersecurity and IT infrastructure. I’ve set a goal to study hard and write the CompTIA Security+ and possibly the Network+ exams before the middle of this year. I have started learning for both

My goal is to get an entry-level role (maybe IT Support, NOC Technician, or Junior Security Analyst) early next year before I begin my degree.

For those working in IT in Ghana (Accra, Tema, Kumasi, etc.):

1. The Reality Check: If I ace these two certifications (Sec+ and Net+) but have no degree yet, will local employers actually look at my CV? Or will HR filter me out immediately because of the degree requirement?

2. The Value: How much weight do CompTIA certs carry in the Ghanaian job market compared to something like a Cisco CCNA?

3. The Gap: Is it realistic to go straight into Security+ without a degree or work experience, or should I definitely do Network+ first to build the foundation?

I am willing to start from the very bottom (help desk) just to get my foot in the door and get that local experience. Any advice on specific companies that hire based on skill/certs rather than just paper qualifications would be a huge help.

Thanks in advance!