Remote Event Coordinator - Virtual Experiences

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 360,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work from anywhere

Global projects exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Event Coordinator to design, plan and execute engaging virtual experiences for a global audience from Durban. You will lead agendas, speaker schedules, and content flow while managing platforms like Zoom/Hopin/Bizzabo to ensure flawless execution.

The role requires strong project management, remote collaboration, and creative problem-solving, with an emphasis on attendee acquisition, engagement, and post-event analysis.

Qualifications

• Proven experience coordinating virtual or hybrid events.
• Familiar with Zoom, Hopin, Bizzabo or similar platforms.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Creative thinker with problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with digital marketing and attendee acquisition.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to high-quality virtual experiences.
• Flexible hours to accommodate global event schedules.
• Proficiency with online collaboration tools (Slack, Asana, Google Workspace).

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute a variety of virtual events (webinars, conferences, product launches).
• Manage event platforms ensuring smooth technical execution.
• Develop event agendas and speaker schedules to maximize engagement.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and vendors to ensure timely delivery.
• Handle virtual attendee registration, communication and support.
• Source and manage virtual entertainment, speakers and interactive elements.
• Develop strategies to drive attendance and engagement.
• Monitor performance, gather feedback, and generate post-event reports.

Skills

Virtual event coordination

Project management

Remote collaboration

Communication skills

Creative thinking

Attention to detail

Independent work

Digital marketing

Budget awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Communications/Event Mgmt

Tools

Slack

Asana

Google Workspace

Zoom

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and creative Remote Event Coordinator specializing in virtual experiences. This role is pivotal in designing, planning, and executing engaging online events for a global audience. You will be responsible for managing all aspects of virtual events, from conceptualization and platform selection to attendee engagement and post-event analysis. The ideal candidate thrives in a remote-first environment, possesses excellent digital communication skills, and has a keen eye for detail in creating seamless and memorable online gatherings. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of virtual event planning for our client, based remotely from Durban but with a global reach.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute a variety of virtual events, including webinars, conferences, product launches, and team-building activities.
• Manage event platforms, including Zoom, Hopin, Bizzabo, or similar, ensuring smooth technical execution.
• Develop event agendas, speaker schedules, and content flow to maximize attendee engagement.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure all event components are aligned and executed on time.
• Manage virtual attendee registration, communication, and support before, during, and after events.
• Source and manage virtual entertainment, speakers, and interactive elements for events.
• Develop and implement strategies to drive virtual event attendance and engagement.
• Monitor virtual event performance, gather feedback, and generate post-event reports with actionable insights.
• Manage event budgets, track expenses, and ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Stay updated on the latest trends and technologies in virtual event planning and execution.
• Troubleshoot technical issues that may arise during live virtual events.

Requirements

• Proven experience in coordinating and managing virtual or hybrid events.
• Familiarity with various virtual event platforms and technologies.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, essential for remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently and proactively in a remote setting.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities to overcome virtual event challenges.
• Proficiency in using online collaboration tools (e.g., Slack, Asana, Google Workspace).
• Experience with digital marketing and attendee acquisition strategies for virtual events.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to delivering high-quality virtual experiences.
• Flexibility to work varying hours based on global event schedules.
• A bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Event Management, or a related field is a plus.

Benefits

• This is a remote, contract-based position offering the flexibility to work from anywhere.
• Our client provides competitive compensation based on experience, opportunities to work on exciting global projects, and the chance to be part of an innovative and forward-thinking team.
• You will have the autonomy to manage your schedule while contributing to impactful virtual experiences for our client, irrespective of your location away from Durban .