Chief of Staff (LatAm or SA)
Somewhere
🇿🇦 Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants
This fully remote full time position at Somewhere is open to applicants from South Africa. The estimated monthly salary is R27,750 – R46,250 ZAR. This role is suited for mid-level professionals. As a remote position, you can work from anywhere in South Africa — whether you're based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, or a smaller town.
Job Description
Position : Chief of StaffWork hours: Monday-FridaySalary budget: 1,500-2,500usd/monthLocation: LatAm or South AfricaWork Location : REMOTEType of Contract : Independent ContractorThe CompanyWe are hiring a high-agency Chief of Staff to support a fast-moving founder-led team in scaling operations, improving execution speed, and driving cross-functional coordination across business priorities.This role is ideal for a resourceful, proactive generalist who thrives in ambiguity, communicates clearly, and can operate as a force multiplier across multiple areas of the business.What you’ll doAct as a right hand to the founder, helping manage priorities, execution, and day-to-day operational flowCoordinate across projects, ensuring deadlines are met and nothing falls through the cracksSupport business operations with research, problem-solving, and structured thinkingHelp manage communications, documentation, and internal alignment across stakeholdersIdentify issues early and take initiative to solve problems without needing heavy directionSupport social media and creator economy-related initiatives where neededAssist with light strategic work, including analysis, planning, and execution supportWhat we’re looking forA “jack or jill of all trades” who is highly adaptable and eager to learnStrong written and verbal communication skillsExcellent critical thinking and problem-solving abilityProactive, self-directed, and able to take ownership without constant oversightHighly reliable, trustworthy, and comfortable handling sensitive informationFamiliarity or interest in social media, digital business, or the creator economyComfortable working EST-aligned hours (or having worked EST hours for multiple years)Strong preference for candidates based in Latin America or South AfricaHiring processCandidates submit a short video introduction before interviewsAsync-first evaluation process to respect time and efficiencyFast-moving selection with emphasis on execution ability and communication qualityCompensationTypically $1,500 to $2,500 USD/month depending on experience and locationIf you are someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys owning outcomes, and wants direct exposure to building and scaling a business, this role will be a strong fit.
Position : Chief of StaffWork hours: Monday-FridaySalary budget: 1,500-2,500usd/monthLocation: LatAm or South AfricaWork Location : REMOTEType of Contract : Independent Contractor
The Company
We are hiring a high-agency Chief of Staff to support a fast-moving founder-led team in scaling operations, improving execution speed, and driving cross-functional coordination across business priorities.This role is ideal for a resourceful, proactive generalist who thrives in ambiguity, communicates clearly, and can operate as a force multiplier across multiple areas of the business.What you’ll doAct as a right hand to the founder, helping manage priorities, execution, and day-to-day operational flowCoordinate across projects, ensuring deadlines are met and nothing falls through the cracksSupport business operations with research, problem-solving, and structured thinkingHelp manage communications, documentation, and internal alignment across stakeholdersIdentify issues early and take initiative to solve problems without needing heavy directionSupport social media and creator economy-related initiatives where neededAssist with light strategic work, including analysis, planning, and execution supportWhat we’re looking forA “jack or jill of all trades” who is highly adaptable and eager to learnStrong written and verbal communication skillsExcellent critical thinking and problem-solving abilityProactive, self-directed, and able to take ownership without constant oversightHighly reliable, trustworthy, and comfortable handling sensitive informationFamiliarity or interest in social media, digital business, or the creator economyComfortable working EST-aligned hours (or having worked EST hours for multiple years)Strong preference for candidates based in Latin America or South AfricaHiring processCandidates submit a short video introduction before interviewsAsync-first evaluation process to respect time and efficiencyFast-moving selection with emphasis on execution ability and communication qualityCompensationTypically $1,500 to $2,500 USD/month depending on experience and locationIf you are someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys owning outcomes, and wants direct exposure to building and scaling a business, this role will be a strong fit.
What you’ll do
* Act as a right hand to the founder, helping manage priorities, execution, and day-to-day operational flow
* Coordinate across projects, ensuring deadlines are met and nothing falls through the cracks
* Support business operations with research, problem-solving, and structured thinking
* Help manage communications, documentation, and internal alignment across stakeholders
* Identify issues early and take initiative to solve pro
Tips for South African Applicants
Timezone Advantage
South Africa (SAST, UTC+2) overlaps well with European business hours and has a few hours of overlap with US East Coast. Mention your timezone flexibility in your application.
Salary in Context
At R27,750/month, this role is on par with the average South African remote salary. The USD equivalent ($1,500/mo) benefits from the favourable exchange rate.
Application Tips
Tailor your CV to international standards — use a clean format, highlight remote work experience, and include your English proficiency. Many SA applicants succeed by emphasising their strong work ethic and cultural adaptability.
Load Shedding Preparedness
If you're applying for a remote role, having a backup power solution (UPS, inverter, or generator) and mobile data as a backup internet connection shows employers you're prepared for South Africa's infrastructure challenges.
About Somewhere
Somewhere is a company in the Recruitment & Staffing industry that hires remote workers from South Africa. They currently have 685 open positions on Hirezar. View all Somewhere jobs →