Apply to Marketing Virtual Assistant (Manila, Philippines) – Cybersecurity Staffing at Near Shore Cyber
About Nearshore Cyber Nearshore Cyber is a niche cybersecurity-staffing firm with 30+ years of hands-on industry experience. We provide U.S. companies with top cybersecurity talent sourced from Mexico, the Philippines, Greece—and soon South Africa, Portugal, Argentina, Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore, and Malaysia. Alongside staffing, we run a thriving global community of 2,000+ practitioners through webinars, meetups, “Backdoors & Breaches” games, and more. To increase our marketing output, we’re adding a Manila-based Marketing VA who can create and promote engaging content, spark conversation in our Circle community, and keep our social channels buzzing while the Americas team sleeps. Role Summary You’ll be our on-the-ground creative engine in APAC time zones—planning and scheduling social posts, editing short videos and podcast episodes, nurturing community discussions, and promoting events. You’ll collaborate daily with teammates in Mexico, EMEA, and the U.S., so strong written English, initiative, and comfort working independently are must-haves. Key Responsibilities Social Media (40 %) Draft, schedule, and publish Circlke, LinkedIn, & X/Twitter posts monitor overnight U.S. mentions and respond. Engage with at least 5 industry conversations per day to boost brand visibility. Track basic analytics flag top-performing content and recommend tweaks weekly. Community Engagement (25 %) Greet new members and spark daily discussions inside our Circle community (nearshorecyber.community). Moderate questions, keep threads active, and uphold community guidelines. Run one engagement initiative per week (poll, AMA, etc.) and report highlights. Video & Podcast Production (20 %) Edit 2–3 short (1- to 3-minute) video clips weekly from webinars/interviews using Riverside. Produce bi-weekly podcast episodes: trim audio, add intro/outro, write show notes, publish, and create audiogram teasers. Event Promotion (10 %) Build webinar/meetup landing pages, craft promotional graphics (Canva), schedule reminder posts & emails. Assist live during APAC-friendly events (chat moderation, Q&A support) and handle post-event follow-ups (recording uploads, thank-you posts, feedback forms). General Marketing Support (5 %) Keep the content calendar and task board (Asana/Trello) updated. Maintain lists in CRM/email platform, coordinate with recruiters on joint campaigns. Required Qualifications 1–3 years’ experience in digital marketing, social media management, or similar remote VA role. Excellent written and spoken English (C1+) confident crafting professional LinkedIn copy. Proven ability to edit short-form video and basic audio (send portfolio links). Familiarity with social scheduling/analytics tools (Buffer, Hootsuite, or native schedulers). Reliable home office (high-speed internet, headset/webcam). Self-starter mindset: comfortable prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines with minimal supervision. Preferred/Bonus Prior exposure to cybersecurity or B2B tech content. Canva or basic design skills for social graphics. Experience moderating an online community or forum. Knowledge of podcast hosting platforms (Anchor, Podbean, etc.). Compensation & Benefits Monthly salary: PHP ₱40,000 – ₱75,000 (commensurate with skills/portfolio). 13th-month pay (pro-rated) + PH holiday observance. Annual performance bonus. Continuous learning stipend for marketing or cybersecurity upskilling. Work-from-home equipment allowance (after probation). Schedule 9 am – 6 pm Philippine Time, Monday–Friday. Occasional flexibility to join global team calls or cover live events (with advance notice). How to Apply Submit your résumé/CV (PDF). Portfolio links showcasing: At least three social posts you created (with metrics if available). One short video or audiogram you edited. Cover letter (max 300 words) telling us: Why cybersecurity marketing interests you. One idea you’d implement in your first 30 days to boost community engagement. Applications without portfolio samples will not be considered.