Virtual Event Host

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Virtual Event Host to lead online events, workshops, and webinars for a global client base. You will be the welcoming face and voice, guiding attendees through agendas and ensuring a smooth technical setup from a remote location.

Ideal candidates have proven hosting or public speaking experience, strong presentation and interpersonal skills, and proficiency with major platforms like Zoom, Teams and Webex.

Qualifications

• Experience as virtual event host, online facilitator or public speaker.
• Strong verbal communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with major webinar platforms (Zoom/Teams/Webex).
• Ability to troubleshoot common online meeting issues.

Responsibilities

• Host and moderate live virtual events, webinars, and online meetings.
• Engage attendees, facilitate discussions, and manage Q&A sessions.
• Ensure seamless technical execution and troubleshoot issues.
• Collaborate with marketing and event teams to meet objectives.
• Introduce speakers, manage transitions, and keep events on schedule.
• Create a positive, interactive online environment for participants.

Skills

Verbal communication

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Technical troubleshooting

Multitasking

Remote work

Adaptability

Platform proficiency

Tools

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Webex

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an engaging and tech-savvy Virtual Event Host to lead and facilitate online events, workshops, and webinars. In this fully remote role, you will be the welcoming face and voice of our virtual experiences, ensuring smooth technical execution and dynamic participant engagement. You will guide attendees through event agendas, manage Q&A sessions, and foster a vibrant online community. This is a unique opportunity for someone with excellent presentation skills and a passion for connecting people in the digital space, supporting a global client base from the comfort of their own location.

Key Responsibilities

• Host and moderate live virtual events, webinars, and online meetings across various platforms (e.g., Zoom, Teams, Webex).
• Engage attendees, facilitate discussions, and manage Q&A sessions effectively.
• Ensure seamless technical execution of virtual events, troubleshooting any issues that arise.
• Collaborate with the marketing and event teams to understand event objectives and tailor hosting style accordingly.
• Introduce speakers, manage transitions between sessions, and keep the event flowing on schedule.
• Create a positive and interactive online environment for all participants.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a virtual event host, online facilitator, or public speaker.
• Excellent verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with major virtual event platforms and webinar software.
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot common online meeting issues.
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively in a remote work setting.
• A friendly, confident, and adaptable personality.

Benefits

• Fully remote position offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Competitive salary with performance incentives.
• Opportunities to host a wide variety of engaging online events.
• Access to the latest virtual event technology and training.
• Be part of an innovative company culture that embraces digital transformation.