132 Work Home jobs in South Africa

In 2004, Steve Anson and Bill Esteb founded Vortala with a simple vision to help doctors grow their practice using the Internet. Today, our dedicated team of 85 marketing professionals serve thousands of healthcare practices worldwide. Busy doctors trust Vortala to manage their practice website and lead their digital marketing strategy.

Our core values are Trust, Service, and Innovation. Our team culture is based on practicing an Outward Mindset which is the simple idea that, "our success is a by-product of helping others succeed." Is our culture a good fit with your work and life philosophy?

As a Website Production Specialist, your mission is to effectively manage the onboarding of new clients and assist them in launching their website as quickly and efficiently as possible. Working alongside our team of internal specialists, including web builders, designers, SEO specialists, copywriters, and IT professionals, you will bring our clients’ visions to life and create high-converting websites that set them up for success.

Reporting to the Production Team Leader, you’ll work with our allied healthcare brand, Perfect Patients (chiropractors), and Smile Marketing (dentists), managing a portfolio of new and existing clients in the building/redesigning of their website and digital presence. You will be responsible for managing client expectations and keeping the project moving forward. Must be self-driven and highly adaptable.

Your specific role responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Project management of new and established client websites
• Confidence to host interviews with doctors (recorded for website content development by our internal copywriters)
• Managing client expectations and internal resources to ensure a successful and timely website creation process
• Proactively identify clients' business needs and objectives to assist in building a website and digital presence to improve new patient conversion
• Demonstrate excellent listening skills to understand our client goals and objectives to effectively translate to our internal teams

To be invited for an interview, you should possess the following skills and experience:

• Commitment to excellence in customer communication (both verbal and written)
• Excellent organization skills to effectively prioritize tasks and initiatives for multiple projects
• A working understanding of all aspects of websites and digital marketing (SEO, Conversion, Design, Copywriting, Domains, Emails)
• Basic HTML skills; website building knowledge is desirable

Our ideal candidate should possess a high attention to detail, be able to follow established processes with precision, and be a collaborative team player with excellent communication skills, both with clients and internal teams.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, are adaptable to change and have a sense of humor, enterprising curiosity, a strong work ethic, and a positive outlook, this just may be the right role for you!

Experience in the health profession and working with doctors is desirable but not essential. Although there is flexibility on the work schedule, you would need to work 80% of your day between 8am-5pm EDT (New York), Monday through Friday.

Our mantra is, "the company can only grow as fast as its people." This means we’re committed to your ongoing personal and professional development including weekly individual and team development activities.

This is a full-time position with flexible, family-friendly hours. You’ll work from the comfort of your home office and connect with your colleagues worldwide using the most advanced online collaboration tools.

Vortala is a fast-growing, equal opportunity employer riding the healthcare and technology wave. Ready for a new challenge with a company that cares deeply about you and your development?

Job Title:

Procurement Specialist (Work at Home)

Job Description

Job Description

Essential Functions/Core Responsibilities:

• Strategic Sourcing: Conduct industry benchmarking and identify and pursue supplier performance optimisation and cost reduction opportunities across corporate-wide commodity categories.
• RFx Management: Develop and manage the RFx process for procurement projects, including supplier evaluation, contract term development, pricing, licensing, functionality assessments, and product/service acquisition.
• Procurement Analysis: Conduct detailed financial, functional, and opportunity assessments to support decision-making.
• Process Expertise: Apply deep knowledge of procurement best practices across the Procure-to-Pay process, including order management, vendor management, supplier contracting.
• Supplier Development & Management: Identify and implement supplier process improvement initiatives, while managing key supplier relationships to enhance value delivery and minimise product and service costs aligned with business objectives.
• Business Collaboration: Collaborate across departments to promote procurement best practices and methodologies throughout the organisation.
  
  

• Advanced negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret and negotiate basic to complex terms and conditions.
• Demonstrated expertise in organising and prioritising tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced Microsoft Office applications.
• Proven ability to present information effectively to internal and external stakeholders.
  
  

• Self-starter with a sense of urgency; thrives under pressure in both team and individual settings.
• Demonstrates business acumen and comprehensive understanding of organisational operations.
• Strong customer service orientation and professionalism.
• Ability to take initiative, demonstrate ownership, and focus on continuous improvement.
• Flexible and adaptable, with a proven ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in English is a minimum requirement; multi-lingual preferred.
• Must be able to travel to the office in either Durban, Cape Town or Johannesburg on a regular basis (once per month or whenever required).
  
  

AVAILABLE FOR SOUTH AFRICAN CANDIDATES

PUBLISHED: 09 APRIL 2024

Hourly rate of R150 – R250.00 ZAR per hour / Working remote international hours for USA

• Must be available to work remotely (New York / USA time zones)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
• Proven experience in software development with a focus on Winforms.NET (VB, C#) for desktop applications
• Strong proficiency in ASP.NET for web backend development
• Solid understanding of relational database management systems, specifically MS SQL Server
• Excellent problem-solving skills and excellent attention to detail
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Effective and professional communication skills to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

• Design and implement backend solutions for web applications using ASP.NET
• Create responsive and visually appealing user interfaces using jQuery & Bootstrap
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including designers, project managers & quality assurance to deliver high quality software solutions
• Troubleshoot, debug and resolve software issues timeously
• Stay updated on emerging technologies & industry trends and best practices to continuously improve development processes
• Client and Agent relations
• Report management
• Client and agent onboarding
• Creative solutions and design

You will need your own laptop / WIFI and internet connectivity.

WORKING INTERNATIONAL HOURS

HOURLY RATE R150 - R250.00 PER HOUR

Please send us your full and detailed CV with your supporting documentation to us via email.

Persona is the company top startups use to hire people from all around the world. Our vision is a future where each person can find the best role for them and companies can discover the world’s best talent. Founded by two Stanford University graduates, Persona works with the world’s fastest-growing technology startups. Our clients are funded by some of the world’s top investors, like Founders Fund, Sequoia Capital, and Andreessen Horowitz.

Persona is a talent agency that recruits, trains, and staffs talented remote professionals such as yourself. This is an opportunity to work closely with the future Googles, Facebooks, and Amazons of the world—building out their organizations and helping them reach the next level of success.

We support everyone we hire with training, mentoring, and technology resources so they are enabled to do their best and are as happy as possible in their roles. We have a large international team dedicated to supporting and taking care of new Persona team members, and our goal is to provide excellent long-term career opportunities for everyone who joins the team.

Who We Are:

The Persona team is made up of motivated, hard-working people spanning the globe, united by a culture of learning and continuous improvement. We are a team of passionate problem solvers who love to build new things and ensure client satisfaction.

What We’re Looking For:

We’re looking for a dedicated Project Manager to join one of our dynamic teams! You should have a knack for meticulous organization, effective communication, and be skilled in managing multiple tasks seamlessly. We appreciate individuals who can work collaboratively with diverse teams, handle project details with precision, and demonstrate strong problem-solving skills.

Your role will involve managing project activities, ensuring deadlines are met, and maintaining clear communication channels among all stakeholders. We value someone who is adaptable, proactive, and continually seeks to improve project processes and outcomes.

If you have a proven track record of successfully managing projects and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and oversee various project elements, ensuring all aspects are aligned with project goals and timelines.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing, development, and product teams, to ensure project objectives are clearly understood and met.
• Participate in planning and strategy meetings, offering insights and suggestions to enhance project efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ensure all project activities adhere to organizational standards and best practices, maintaining a consistent approach across all projects.
• Utilize project management tools (such as Asana, Trello, or Microsoft Project) to track progress, assign tasks, and manage resources.
• Stay updated with the latest trends and methodologies in project management to bring innovative approaches and improvements to project execution.
• Gather and incorporate feedback from team members and stakeholders, ensuring that project adjustments align with overall objectives.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks and maintaining a high level of organization to meet deadlines and expectations.
• Handle administrative and PMO responsibilities, including preparing project documentation, reports, and presentations, and ensuring compliance with internal processes and governance standards.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of proven experience in project management.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
• Knowledge of project management tools and software (e.g., Asana, Trello, Microsoft Project).
• Proficiency in project management methodologies and best practices.
• Ability to problem-solve, adapt to changing environments, and handle project challenges effectively.
• Fully fluent in English.
• Ability to commit long-term and full-time.
• Ability to work U.S. business hours (Pacific Time, Central Time, or Eastern Time).

Other Qualities We Look For:

• Excellent communication skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively with team members.
• Attention to detail and adaptability.
• A goal-driven, proactive attitude.
• Professionalism.

What We Offer:

• Best salaries in the industry.
• Permanent ability to work from anywhere in the world.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement.
• A fast-paced and collaborative environment.
• Warm and friendly company culture.
• Full benefits.

Benefits at Persona:

• Health insurance subsidy.
• Unlimited paid time off (paid sick and vacation leaves).
• Annual bonuses based on performance.
• Monthly tech allowance.
• Opportunity to be paid in your currency of choice.
• Others depending on seniority.

Persona is the company top startups use to hire people from all around the world. Our vision is a future where each person can find the best role for them and companies can discover the world’s best talent. Founded by two Stanford University graduates, Persona works with the world’s fastest-growing technology startups. Our clients are funded by some of the world’s top investors, like Founders Fund, Sequoia Capital, and Andreessen Horowitz.

Persona is a talent agency that recruits, trains, and staffs talented remote professionals such as yourself. This is an opportunity to work closely with the future Googles, Facebooks, and Amazons of the world—building out their organizations and helping them reach the next level of success.

We support everyone we hire with training, mentoring, and technology resources so they are enabled to do their best and are as happy as possible in their roles. We have a large international team dedicated to supporting and taking care of new Persona team members, and our goal is to provide excellent long-term career opportunities for everyone who joins the team.

What we’re looking for:

We are looking for Executive Assistants to help our clients operate and scale different parts of their growing businesses. As an Executive Assistant, you must be an adept problem solver who excels in building processes and is effective in communicating with stakeholders in a wide range of projects. You have a deep understanding of prioritization to make sure that projects and requests are lined up to have the highest value. You are confident and competent in making sound decisions with confidential matters. We are looking for someone who takes pride in the quality of their work and enjoys being on top of things. So if this sounds like you, then this opportunity is perfect for you!

Responsibilities—what you’ll do:

• Streamlining and maintaining internal processes that support the highest-ranking executives company-wide, coordinating internal and external resources to expedite workflow.
• Liaise between the upper management and employees, managing the communication with internal and external executives on various projects and tasks.
• Managing professional and personal scheduling for C-Level, including agendas, mail, email, calls, travel arrangements, client management, and other company logistics.
• Organizing and prioritizing work to ensure the senior executives’ top goals are met, company goals are achieved, and best practices are upheld.
• Maintaining professionalism and strict confidentiality with all materials, and exercising discretion and due diligence when interfacing with clients and stakeholders.

Requirements:

• 4+ years of direct hands-on experience as an Executive Assistant or one or more executives.
• Significant experience of managing office procedures and working with sensitive corporate information.
• Strong knowledge of cloud systems, online calendars, and other related solutions.
• Fully fluent in English.
• Skilled in the use of apps and technology.
• Ability to commit long-term and full-time.
• Ability to work U.S. business hours (Pacific Time, Central Time, or Eastern Time).
• No work experience is required, but we will take any work experience you have into account.
• This position is for serious, career-oriented candidates.

Qualities we look for:

• Impeccable interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to present information in a confident, clear, and concise manner over different media.
• Building relationships is one of your core competencies.
• Agile and able to manage duties being assigned with a high degree of prioritization.
• Proven ability to take initiative, anticipate and solve problems, and make decisions with minimal supervision.
• Able to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands, and demonstrate the highest level of professionalism.

What we offer:

• Industry leading salaries—well above the market average.
• Permanent ability to work from anywhere in the world.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement.
• A fast-paced and collaborative environment.
• Warm and friendly company culture.
• Full benefits.

Benefits at Persona:

• Health insurance subsidy.
• Unlimited paid time off (paid sick and vacation leaves).
• Annual bonuses based on performance.
• Monthly tech allowance.
• Opportunity to be paid in your currency of choice.
• Others depending on seniority.

This is a full-time and long-term role, dedicated exclusively to serving one of our clients. We are looking for individuals who are ready to fully commit their time and energy to one company and grow and develop along with that company. All roles at Persona are 100% work-from-anywhere (work from home or wherever it suits you best). If this is your first time working for a U.S. company, that’s okay; we provide guidance and assistance getting set up as a remote professional. Once hired, we will carefully match you to a client company of ours that perfectly suits your career background, skills, and goals.

Persona is the company top startups use to hire people from all around the world. Our vision is a future where each person can find the best role for them and companies can discover the world’s best talent. Founded by two Stanford University graduates, Persona works with the world’s fastest-growing technology startups. Our clients are funded by some of the world’s top investors, like Founders Fund, Sequoia Capital, and Andreessen Horowitz.

Persona is a talent agency that recruits, trains, and staffs talented remote professionals such as yourself. This is an opportunity to work closely with the future Googles, Facebooks, and Amazons of the world—building out their organizations and helping them reach the next level of success.

We support everyone we hire with training, mentoring, and technology resources so they are enabled to do their best and are as happy as possible in their roles. We have a large international team dedicated to supporting and taking care of new Persona team members, and our goal is to provide excellent long-term career opportunities for everyone who joins the team.

What we’re looking for:

We are looking for Executive Assistants to help our clients operate and scale different parts of their growing businesses. As an Executive Assistant, you must be an adept problem solver who excels in building processes and is effective in communicating with stakeholders in a wide range of projects. You have a deep understanding of prioritization to make sure that projects and requests are lined up to have the highest value. You are confident and competent in making sound decisions with confidential matters. We are looking for someone who takes pride in the quality of their work and enjoys being on top of things. So if this sounds like you, then this opportunity is perfect for you!

Responsibilities—what you’ll do:

• Streamlining and maintaining internal processes that support the highest-ranking executives company-wide, coordinating internal and external resources to expedite workflow.
• Liaise between the upper management and employees, managing the communication with internal and external executives on various projects and tasks.
• Managing professional and personal scheduling for C-Level, including agendas, mail, email, calls, travel arrangements, client management, and other company logistics.
• Organizing and prioritizing work to ensure the senior executives’ top goals are met, company goals are achieved, and best practices are upheld.
• Maintaining professionalism and strict confidentiality with all materials, and exercising discretion and due diligence when interfacing with clients and stakeholders.

Requirements:

• 4+ years of direct hands-on experience as an Executive Assistant or one or more executives.
• Significant experience of managing office procedures and working with sensitive corporate information.
• Strong knowledge of cloud systems, online calendars, and other related solutions.
• Fully fluent in English.
• Skilled in the use of apps and technology.
• Ability to commit long-term and full-time.
• Ability to work U.S. business hours (Pacific Time, Central Time, or Eastern Time).
• No work experience is required, but we will take any work experience you have into account.
• This position is for serious, career-oriented candidates.

Qualities we look for:

• Impeccable interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to present information in a confident, clear, and concise manner over different media.
• Building relationships is one of your core competencies.
• Agile and able to manage duties being assigned with a high degree of prioritization.
• Proven ability to take initiative, anticipate and solve problems, and make decisions with minimal supervision.
• Able to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands, and demonstrate the highest level of professionalism.

What we offer:

• Industry leading salaries—well above the market average.
• Permanent ability to work from anywhere in the world.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement.
• A fast-paced and collaborative environment.
• Warm and friendly company culture.
• Full benefits.

Benefits at Persona:

• Health insurance subsidy.
• Unlimited paid time off (paid sick and vacation leaves).
• Annual bonuses based on performance.
• Monthly tech allowance.
• Opportunity to be paid in your currency of choice.
• Others depending on seniority.

This is a full-time and long-term role, dedicated exclusively to serving one of our clients. We are looking for individuals who are ready to fully commit their time and energy to one company and grow and develop along with that company. All roles at Persona are 100% work-from-anywhere (work from home or wherever it suits you best). If this is your first time working for a U.S. company, that’s okay; we provide guidance and assistance getting set up as a remote professional. Once hired, we will carefully match you to a client company of ours that perfectly suits your career background, skills, and goals.

Persona is the company top startups use to hire people from all around the world. Our vision is a future where each person can find the best role for them and companies can discover the world’s best talent. Founded by two Stanford University graduates, Persona works with the world’s fastest-growing technology startups. Our clients are funded by some of the world’s top investors, like Founders Fund, Sequoia Capital, and Andreessen Horowitz.

Persona is a talent agency that recruits, trains, and staffs talented remote professionals such as yourself. This is an opportunity to work closely with the future Googles, Facebooks, and Amazons of the world—building out their organizations and helping them reach the next level of success.

We support everyone we hire with training, mentoring, and technology resources so they are enabled to do their best and are as happy as possible in their roles. We have a large international team dedicated to supporting and taking care of new Persona team members, and our goal is to provide excellent long-term career opportunities for everyone who joins the team.

Who We Are:

The Persona team is made up of motivated, hard-working people spanning the globe, united by a culture of learning and continuous improvement. We are a team of passionate problem solvers who love to build new things and ensure client satisfaction.

What We’re Looking For:

We’re looking for a dedicated Project Manager to join one of our dynamic teams! You should have a knack for meticulous organization, effective communication, and be skilled in managing multiple tasks seamlessly. We appreciate individuals who can work collaboratively with diverse teams, handle project details with precision, and demonstrate strong problem-solving skills.

Your role will involve managing project activities, ensuring deadlines are met, and maintaining clear communication channels among all stakeholders. We value someone who is adaptable, proactive, and continually seeks to improve project processes and outcomes.

If you have a proven track record of successfully managing projects and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and oversee various project elements, ensuring all aspects are aligned with project goals and timelines.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing, development, and product teams, to ensure project objectives are clearly understood and met.
• Participate in planning and strategy meetings, offering insights and suggestions to enhance project efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ensure all project activities adhere to organizational standards and best practices, maintaining a consistent approach across all projects.
• Utilize project management tools (such as Asana, Trello, or Microsoft Project) to track progress, assign tasks, and manage resources.
• Stay updated with the latest trends and methodologies in project management to bring innovative approaches and improvements to project execution.
• Gather and incorporate feedback from team members and stakeholders, ensuring that project adjustments align with overall objectives.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks and maintaining a high level of organization to meet deadlines and expectations.
• Handle administrative and PMO responsibilities, including preparing project documentation, reports, and presentations, and ensuring compliance with internal processes and governance standards.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of proven experience in project management.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
• Knowledge of project management tools and software (e.g., Asana, Trello, Microsoft Project).
• Proficiency in project management methodologies and best practices.
• Ability to problem-solve, adapt to changing environments, and handle project challenges effectively.
• Fully fluent in English.
• Ability to commit long-term and full-time.
• Ability to work U.S. business hours (Pacific Time, Central Time, or Eastern Time).

Other Qualities We Look For:

• Excellent communication skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively with team members.
• Attention to detail and adaptability.
• A goal-driven, proactive attitude.
• Professionalism.

What We Offer:

• Best salaries in the industry.
• Permanent ability to work from anywhere in the world.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement.
• A fast-paced and collaborative environment.
• Warm and friendly company culture.
• Full benefits.

Benefits at Persona:

• Health insurance subsidy.
• Unlimited paid time off (paid sick and vacation leaves).
• Annual bonuses based on performance.
• Monthly tech allowance.
• Opportunity to be paid in your currency of choice.
• Others depending on seniority.

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Family-Friendly Hours & Work from Home

Fast-Growing Digital Marketing Leader

In 2004, Steve Anson and Bill Esteb founded Vortala with a simple vision to help doctors grow their practice using the Internet. Today, our dedicated team of 85 marketing professionals serve thousands of healthcare practices worldwide. Busy doctors trust Vortala to manage their practice website and lead their digital marketing strategy.

Our core values are Trust, Service and Innovation. Our team culture is based on practicing an Outward Mindset which is the simple idea that, “our success is a by-product of helping others succeed.”

As a Client Support Specialist, you’ll partner with our North American clients in supporting their high performing practice websites by assisting with website edits, answering client questions and providing guidance on maximizing clients’ online marketing efforts. To keep pace with the ever-changing digital landscape, you’ll be provided with ongoing training and development opportunities.

Reporting to the Team Leader – Client Support, you’ll work with our allied healthcare brand, Perfect Patients, and Smile Marketing (dentists) building relationships and ensuring customer satisfaction.

Your specific role responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Answering incoming support calls, email and chat from live clients regarding their website and plan type service
• Troubleshooting technical issues and resolving any customer requests or complaints in a prompt and professional manner
• Advising live clients on new digital marketing methods to maximize site performance
• Coordinating with internal teams to complete client requests

To be invited for an interview, you should possess the following skills and experience:

• An upbeat, positive phone manner that exudes confidence and trust to our clients
• Direct client service experience (via phone and email) and a passion for providing exceptional service
• Superior written and verbal communication skills
• Basic HTML skills
• Basic Photoshop skills
• Basic digital marketing skills (including SEO and social media)
• Excellent organizational and time management skills

Experience in the health profession and working with doctors is desirable but not essential. Although there is some flexibility on the work schedule, you would need to work the majority of your day during normal U.S. business hours 9am-5pm EDT/EST (3pm-11pm SAST).

Our mantra is, “the company can only grow as fast as its people.” This means we’re committed to your ongoing personal and professional development including weekly individual and team development activities. This is a full-time position with flexible, family-friendly hours. You’ll work from the comfort of your home office and connect with your colleagues worldwide using the most advanced online collaboration tools. Vortala is a fast-growing, equal opportunity employer riding the healthcare and technology wave. Ready for a new challenge with a company that cares deeply about you and your development?