Virtual Event Planner

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible hours

Paid time off

Remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Virtual Event Planner to design, coordinate, and execute engaging online events, conferences, and webinars for a global audience. This fully remote role allows you to shape digital experiences from home while contributing to client engagement strategies.

You will manage platforms like Zoom, Hopin, and Cvent, craft agendas, oversee budgets, and report on ROI and attendee satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in event planning, with a strong focus on virtual or hybrid events.
• Excellent organizational, project management, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a remote, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute all aspects of virtual events, from conception to post-event analysis.
• Manage online event platforms, ensuring smooth technical operation and user experience.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to define event objectives, themes, and content.
• Develop engaging virtual agendas, speaker management, and attendee interaction strategies.
• Oversee budgeting, vendor negotiations, and contract management for virtual event services.
• Analyze event performance metrics and provide detailed reports on ROI and attendee satisfaction.

Skills

Virtual events

Event planning

Budgeting

Vendor management

Communication

Tools

Zoom

Hopin

Cvent

Job description

About the Role

Our client is searching for an innovative and detail-oriented Virtual Event Planner to join their dynamic team. This role is central to designing, coordinating, and executing engaging online events, conferences, and webinars for a global audience. Working remotely, you will leverage cutting-edge technology and creative strategies to deliver seamless and memorable virtual experiences. This is an exceptional opportunity for a proactive individual to shape the future of online gatherings from the comfort of their home office, contributing significantly to the company's digital presence and client engagement strategies, ideally based within or near Centurion.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute all aspects of virtual events, from conception to post-event analysis.
• Manage online event platforms, ensuring smooth technical operation and user experience.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to define event objectives, themes, and content.
• Develop engaging virtual agendas, speaker management, and attendee interaction strategies.
• Oversee budgeting, vendor negotiations, and contract management for virtual event services.
• Analyze event performance metrics and provide detailed reports on ROI and attendee satisfaction.

Requirements

• Proven experience in event planning, with a strong focus on virtual or hybrid events.
• Proficiency with various virtual event platforms (e.g., Zoom, Hopin, Cvent).
• Excellent organizational, project management, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a remote, fast-paced environment.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities to overcome technical and logistical challenges.
• Experience in managing event budgets and vendor relationships.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous paid time off and opportunities for continuous learning.
• A collaborative and innovative team culture focused on digital excellence.