Virtual Events Coordinator

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work

Home office allowance

Professional development

Remote team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative and tech-savvy Virtual Events Coordinator to join their remote team. You will plan, organize, and execute webinars, virtual conferences, product launches, and team-building activities for a global audience from your home office in Klerksdorp or any approved remote location.

You will collaborate with marketing, sales and IT, manage registrations, coordinate speakers, and optimize attendee engagement using platforms like Zoom, Hopin, Cvent and Microsoft Teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and executing virtual events.
• Proficiency with Zoom, Hopin, Cvent, or Teams.
• Strong project management, organizational, and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Creative thinking for remote environments.
• Experience with digital marketing and event promotion is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and execute all aspects of virtual events, including platform selection and attendee engagement.
• Coordinate with internal teams (marketing, sales, IT) and external vendors to ensure event delivery.
• Develop engaging event agendas and interactive virtual environments.
• Manage event registration, communications, and post-event follow-up with surveys and analytics.
• Provide technical support during live virtual events to ensure smooth sessions.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest virtual event technologies and best practices.

Skills

Virtual events planning

Event platforms

Project management

Communication

Creative thinking

Digital marketing

Tools

Zoom

Hopin

Cvent

Microsoft Teams

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and tech-savvy Virtual Events Coordinator to join their dynamic team, working entirely remotely. This role is responsible for planning, organizing, and executing engaging online events, from webinars and virtual conferences to online product launches and team-building activities. You will leverage various digital platforms to create seamless, interactive, and memorable virtual experiences for a global audience. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of online engagement and contribute to innovative virtual event strategies from the comfort of your home office in Klerksdorp , or any other approved remote location.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and execute all aspects of virtual events, including platform selection, content creation, speaker coordination, and attendee engagement.
• Coordinate with internal teams (marketing, sales, IT) and external vendors to ensure successful event delivery.
• Develop engaging event agendas, virtual environments, and interactive elements to maximize attendee participation.
• Manage event registration, communication, and post-event follow-up, including surveys and analytics reporting.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting during live virtual events to ensure a smooth experience for speakers and attendees.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest virtual event technologies, trends, and best practices.

Requirements

• Proven experience in planning and executing virtual events , webinars, or online conferences.
• Proficiency with various virtual event platforms (e.g., Zoom, Hopin, Cvent, Microsoft Teams).
• Excellent project management, organizational, and time management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage stakeholders effectively.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities, particularly in a remote setting.
• Experience with digital marketing and event promotion strategies is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering excellent work-life balance.
• Provision of necessary home office equipment and technology allowance.
• Opportunities for professional development in virtual event management and digital technologies.
• A collaborative and innovative team environment that embraces remote work culture.