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Somewhere Agency Mid Customer Support

Property Manager for Airbnb and short-term rentals, based in South Africa, responsible for day-to-day operations, guest experience, and maintenance of vacation rental properties.

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Location: South Africa

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What it pays

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$900 – 2 500/mo

The full posting

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Property Manager – Airbnb & Short-Term Rentals

LocationSouth Africa

Salary Range900 - 2500 USD

Role Description

The Property Manager for Airbnb and Short-Term Rentals is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations, guest experience, and maintenance of vacation rental properties. This role ensures that each property is consistently clean, well-maintained, and meets the highest standards for guest satisfaction. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and has experience in hospitality, customer service, and property management within the short-term rental industry.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage a portfolio of Airbnb and short-term rental properties from listing to check-out.
  • Ensure timely and professional communication with guests before, during, and after their stay.
  • Coordinate cleaning crews, maintenance staff, and third-party vendors to ensure properties are clean, functional, and guest-ready.
  • Monitor guest reviews and respond promptly to issues or feedback to maintain high ratings and Superhost status.
  • Oversee check-in/check-out processes, including smart lock systems or key exchange procedures.
  • Conduct regular inspections of properties to ensure they meet quality and safety standards.
  • Maintain inventory of property supplies (linens, toiletries, etc.) and replenish as needed.
  • Create and optimize listings on Airbnb and other booking platforms (VRBO, Booking.com, etc.) with high-quality photos, descriptions, and pricing strategies.
  • Implement dynamic pricing strategies to maximize occupancy and revenue.
  • Ensure compliance with local regulations, licenses, and tax requirements.
  • Manage calendars, avoid double-bookings, and coordinate with booking platforms.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience (2+ years) managing short-term rental properties or working in hospitality/property management.
  • Strong knowledge of Airbnb and other short-term rental platforms.
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills.
  • Highly organized and capable of multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to handle urgent issues calmly and professionally.
  • Tech-savvy; comfortable using Airbnb, property management software, messaging tools, and pricing automation tools.
  • Availability to respond to guest inquiries and issues during evenings/weekends when necessary.
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (if managing properties on-site).

Preferred Skills

  • Experience with dynamic pricing tools (e.g., Beyond Pricing, PriceLabs).
  • Familiarity with smart home technologies (e.g., smart locks, thermostats, cameras).
  • Background in hospitality, real estate, or tourism is a plus.
  • Multilingual skills are a plus, especially in tourist-heavy markets.
  • Knowledge of local housing laws, occupancy permits, and tax regulations.

Details

  • Independent contractor agreement paid 2x monthly.
  • Client has a desire for long term commitment.

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