Overview
VIP Host/Afrikaans-Speaking Jobs in Johannesburg, South Africa at Initiate International
Position: VIP Host (Afrikaans-Speaking)
Job Description
Are you a skilled relationship-builder with experience managing high-value players in the iGaming or Sports Betting industry? Do you speak Afrikaans fluently and have a passion for delivering exceptional service? If so, we’d love to speak with you.
A leading name in the iGaming and Sports Betting space is looking for an Afrikaans-speaking VIP Host to join their elite team in Sandton
. This is a high-impact, client-facing role for someone with strong industry experience, a flair for customer engagement, and the confidence to represent a premium brand.
Your key job responsibilities as the VIP Host (Afrikaans-Speaking) in Johannesburg, South Africa will include:
Building and nurturing relationships with a portfolio of Afrikaans-speaking VIP players
Creating personalised player journeys through tailored rewards, promotions, and exclusive events
Monitoring player behaviour to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for increased engagement
Managing escalations and resolving VIP queries with professionalism and urgency
Representing the brand at VIP events, both locally and internationally, when required
Collaborating cross-functionally with CRM, marketing, and operations teams to deliver a seamless VIP experience
Producing regular reports and performance analysis to drive strategy and player lifetime value
Requirements
Requirements for this VIP Host (Afrikaans-Speaking) job in Johannesburg, South Africa
:
Minimum 3 years’ experience in a VIP, Account Management, or Customer Success role within the iGaming or Sports Betting industry
Fluency in Afrikaans and English – both spoken and written
A proven ability to build trust and rapport with high-value clients
Strong communication and negotiation skills
Comfortable working with data, segmentation tools, and CRM platforms
Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and events
Passion for online gaming, sports, and providing top-tier service
Benefits
What You’ll Get:
A competitive base salary and performance-driven bonus structure
Opportunities to host and attend high-profile industry events
A vibrant, collaborative team culture in a central Sandton office
Career progression within a growing global brand
The chance to work at the heart of South Africa’s iGaming and Sports Betting scene
If you’re fluent in Afrikaans, know the industry inside-out, and want to take ownership of a VIP portfolio, this could be your next big move.
Requirements
Account Management, Afrikaans-speaking, Betting,
Career progression
,
Client Relationship
Manager, Client-facing, CRM platforms,
Cross-Functional Collaboration
,
Customer Engagement
, customer success, Data Analysis, escalation management, Event Representation,
Flexible Hours
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Title: VIP Host/Afrikaans-Speaking
Company: Initiate International
Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
Category: Entertainment & Gaming (Customer Service Rep, Casino, Event Manager / Planner), Customer Service/HelpDesk (Customer Service Rep, Casino, Event Manager / Planner)
