Real Estate Operations Coordinator
Pavago
Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants
This fully remote full time position at Pavago explicitly welcomes applicants based in South Africa. 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
Real Estate Operations Coordinator (Property Management, Leasing & Tenant Coordination) – Remote
Property Management | Leasing | Tenant Coordination | Operations
Position Type:
Full-Time, Remote
Working Hours:
U.S. Client Business Hours (flexibility required for leasing cycles, rent collections, and maintenance coordination)
About the Role
At Pavago, one of our clients is hiring a
Real Estate Operations Coordinator
to support the day-to-day operations of residential and commercial property portfolios.
This is a fast-paced, operations-focused role where you’ll help ensure tenant communication remains organized, leasing processes stay compliant, maintenance requests are resolved efficiently, and property records remain accurate and up to date.
You’ll serve as the operational link between tenants, property owners, vendors, and internal property management teams to ensure smooth portfolio operations and an exceptional tenant experience.
If you’re highly organized, detail-oriented, experienced with property management systems, and enjoy coordinating multiple moving parts, this role is an excellent fit.
What You’ll Own
Tenant Communication & Support
Respond to tenant inquiries regarding rent payments, lease terms, maintenance requests, and property policies.
Maintain detailed communication records within property management platforms.
Send reminders for rent due dates, lease renewals, inspections, and compliance notices.
Deliver professional, timely, and customer-focused support throughout the tenant lifecycle.
Leasing & Documentation
Process new lease agreements, renewals, amendments, and tenant onboarding documentation.
Maintain organized tenant files, including applications, identification, inspection reports, and signed agreements.
Ensure leasing documentation remains complete, accurate, and compliant.
Assist with property listings across platforms such as Zillow, Apartments.com, MLS, and similar listing services.
Property Management Systems
Maintain accurate records within platforms such as
Yardi, AppFolio, Buildium
, or similar systems.
Track rent collections, delinquencies, occupancy changes, late fees, and lease expirations.
Generate operational reports including rent rolls, occupancy reports, delinquency summaries, and leasing activity.
Maintenance Coordination
Create and assign maintenance work orders to vendors.
Monitor maintenance requests from submission through completion.
Coordinate communication between tenants and vendors.
Verify completed work and reconcile vendor invoices against approved work orders.
Ensure maintenance issues are resolved promptly and professionally.
Owner Reporting & Operational Support
Prepare owner statements, cash flow summaries, vacancy reports, and occupancy updates.
Provide regular updates on rent collections, maintenance activity, leasing progress, and property performance.
Ensure reports are accurate, organized, and delivered on schedule.
Compliance & Quality Control
Maintain compliance with landlord-tenant regulations, Fair Housing standards, and internal company procedures.
Ensure all documentation remains organized, complete, and audit-ready.
Support operational consistency through accurate recordkeeping and process adherence.
Requirements
Must-Have Qualifications
Experience
2+ years of experience in property management, leasing coordination, real estate operations, or property administration.
Hands-on experience using
Yardi, AppFolio, Buildium
, or similar property management software.
Experience with lease administration, tenant communication, rent collection tracking, and maintenance coordination.
Technical Skills
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
Familiarity with lease documentation, property operations, and reporting.
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-volume environment.
Nice-to-Have
Experience managing portfolios of 100+ units.
Multi-state property management experience.
Familiarity with owner statements, trust accounting, and security deposit management.
Experience supporting residential, commercial, or mixed-use property portfolios.
Tools & Platforms
Yardi
AppFolio
Buildium
Microsoft Office
Google Workspace
Zillow
Apartments.com
MLS Platforms
What Makes You a Strong Fit
Excellent communicator with tenants, vendors, and property owners.
Highly organized with strong follow-through.
Detail-oriented and process-driven.
Comfortable managing multiple operational workflows simultaneously.
Solutions-focused with strong operational judgment.
Thrives in fast-paced property management environments.
What a Typical Day Looks Like
Respond to tenant inquiries and maintenance requests.
Process leases, renewals, and tenant documentation.
Update rent payments and occupancy records.
Coordinate vendors and monitor maintenance work orders.
Prepare owner reports and operational summaries.
Maintain accurate record
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
Even without a listed salary, international remote roles typically pay 2-3x more than equivalent local positions in South Africa due to the exchange rate advantage.
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.
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About Pavago
Pavago is a company in the design industry that hires remote workers from South Africa. They currently have 160 open positions on Hirezar. View all Pavago jobs →