WhatsApp Cloud API Expert Needed — Template Creation & Permission Issue (Meta Business)

Job ID: 40301115

Budget: ₹600 – ₹1,500 INR

We are building a safety check-in application (“ImOkay”) using the WhatsApp Business Cloud API and need an experienced Meta/WhatsApp specialist to assist with message template setup and troubleshooting.

Current Issue

We are unable to submit message templates in WhatsApp Manager. Each attempt results in the error:

“This WhatsApp Business account does not have permission to create message template.”
This occurs after completing the template form and clicking Submit.
The account shows full administrative access in Business Manager, but the system does not recognize permissions during submission.

We need an expert to diagnose and resolve this issue and ensure templates are successfully approved.

Scope of Work

Investigate and resolve template creation permission issue
Create and submit required WhatsApp message templates
Ensure templates comply with Meta policies
Verify correct categories (Authentication, Utility, etc.)
Provide guidance on best practices for approval
Confirm readiness for production messaging

Required Templates

OTP / login code (Authentication)
Account created confirmation
Notification consent confirmation
Daily check-in reminder
Follow-up reminder
Missed check-in notification to trusted contact

Account Details (for context)

WhatsApp Business Cloud API (Meta hosted)
New Business Portfolio
Templates not yet approved
Backend development not started yet
Goal: production-ready messaging setup

Ideal Candidate

Proven experience with WhatsApp Business Cloud API
Experience with Meta Business Manager & WABA configuration
Successfully submitted and approved templates before
Able to diagnose permission and configuration issues
Strong understanding of Meta policies

Deliverables

Successfully submitted templates (approved or pending review)
Resolution of template permission error
Clear setup documentation or handover notes

To Apply, Please Include

Brief description of similar projects completed
Confirmation you have worked with WhatsApp Cloud API templates
Estimated time to resolve