Affiliates Program Manager

Hollywoodbets; Durban; On-site; ZAR 650,000 - 950,000; Full time

Job summary

Hollywoodbets is seeking an Affiliate Program Manager to lead and optimize our affiliate marketing efforts from Durban. You will design strategies, recruit new partners, and collaborate with internal teams to drive recruitment, engagement, and revenue growth.

The role requires 2–3 years in digital marketing with affiliate experience, plus 2 years in sales/lead generation and strong negotiation skills. A relevant bachelor’s degree is advantageous and a valid driver’s license is preferred.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ experience in the digital marketing industry; Affiliate experience required.
• Minimum of 2 years’ sales / lead generation experience.
• Strong negotiation and analytical thinking with data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute an affiliate marketing strategy aligned with business goals.
• Identify audiences, KPIs, and revenue objectives for program growth.
• Recruit and onboard affiliates; manage relationships and performance optimization.
• Monitor affiliate metrics (conversions, CTR, ROI) and optimize campaigns.

Skills

Affiliate marketing

Negotiation

Lead generation

Digital marketing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Being a part of the Hollywoodbets Purple Team is an opportunity to become a part of one of South Africa’s biggest success stories. From humble beginnings in Durban, Hollywoodbets has grown into a powerhouse brand operating across Africa and the United Kingdom. And that’s just the beginning. Our talented Team is on a mission to increase our global footprint, ready to take on any challenge because at Hollywoodbets, not even the sky is the limit. Join our Team and let’s reach for the stars.

We have an amazing opportunity for an Affiliate Program Manager. Do you think you have what it takes to be our newest Purple Star?

The Affiliate Program Manager is responsible for managing and optimizing our affiliate marketing program. The Manager collaborates with internal teams and external partners to develop and execute strategies that drive affiliate recruitment, engagement, and revenue growth. The Manager displays a deep understanding of affiliate marketing, possess strong analytical skills, and has excellent relationship-building abilities.

With Hollywoodbets You Will:

Innovate and create as part of a like-minded, authentic Team eager to achieve goals.

Embrace challenges and the thrill of working in a vibrant and fast-paced industry.

Grow with our development plans and culture that allows you to further your career.

You Bring:

• Valid driver’s License
• 2-3 years’ experience in the digital marketing industry Affiliate experience required
• Minimum 2 years’ sales / lead generation experience
• Minimum of 2 years of negotiating skills within a Sales Environment

Advantageous

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing Communications, Digital or related field.

What You’ll Do for The Brand:

Develop and Execute Affiliate Marketing Strategy:

• Design and implement a comprehensive affiliate marketing strategy aligned with overall business goals.
• Identify target audiences, key performance indicators (KPIs), and revenue objectives to guide program development.
• Research and identify potential affiliate partners, evaluating their suitability based on niche, reach, and audience demographics.
• Develop and maintain relationships with existing and potential affiliates, ensuring ongoing engagement and performance optimization.

Affiliate Recruitment and Onboarding:

• Actively guide Affiliate Relationship managers in recruiting new affiliates, including bloggers, influencers, content creators, and website owners, through various channels such as outreach, networking, and affiliate networks.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop compelling promotional materials, affiliate tools, and resources to support affiliate recruitment and onboarding.
• Implement processes to ensure thorough screening and due diligence of potential affiliates to ensure alignment with brand values, quality standards, and compliance guidelines.
• Provide guidance and support to Affiliate Relationship managers during the onboarding process of new Affiliates, ensuring they have the necessary resources and knowledge to effectively promote our products/services.

Performance Tracking and Optimization:

• Monitor and analyse affiliate performance metrics, including conversion rates, click-through rates, GGR, ROI, and Affiliate commissions.
• Identify top-performing affiliates and develop strategies to maximize their revenue generation.
• Implement ongoing optimization techniques, including A/B testing, to improve conversion rates and overall affiliate program performance.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, competitor activities, and best practices in affiliate marketing to identify opportunities for program enhancement and innovation.

Affiliate Communication and Relationship Management:

• Guide Affiliate team in resolving affiliate enquiries, providing timely and accurate responses.
• Foster strong relationships with key affiliates, guide affiliate team in regularly communicating updates, new promotions, and program changes to ensure their continued engagement.
• Collaborate with affiliate team to develop co-marketing opportunities, exclusive offers, and joint promotional campaigns.
• Address any affiliate-related issues or conflicts in a prompt and professional manner, finding mutually beneficial resolutions.

People

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and third parties.
• Build long term relationships with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• Project management, organizational and time management skills.
• Work closely with other marketing and business managers to optimize workflows, product performance, resolve challenges, and present solutions.
• Provide ongoing training and mentoring to ensure our Teams consistently performs above standard

What You’ll Bring to The Team:

• Ability to work in a deadline driven environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Must have high attention to detail.
• Knowledge of Affiliate marketing
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Excellent reporting skills.
• Must have business and market acumen.

Please note that only applicants who meet the stipulated minimum requirements will be considered.

Please be advised that should you not be contacted within 30 days, kindly consider your application to be unsuccessful.