Global Events Manager – 16 Month Contract

Role Overview

• Own the planning and execution of key North America (NA) events from concept through on-site execution, and post-event follow-up.
• Co-lead the planning and execution of Fusion, D2L’s global annual user conference.
• Partner with global and regional teams to deliver seamless, high-quality event experiences.
• Coordinate event logistics, production, content, creative, messaging, and technical requirements.
• Prepare and manage timelines, budgets, risks, purchase requests, and stakeholder communications.
• Liaise with and support speakers, sponsors, vendors, and event staff.
• Proactively troubleshoot issues during planning and onsite at events.
• Support event promotion, registration, engagement, and follow-up across channels.
• Maintain the event calendar and communicate outcomes and insights internally.
• Stay informed on the NA event landscape and emerging trends to continuously improve event impact.

Requirements

• 3+ years of demonstrated experience managing end-to-end in-person events
• Strong project management, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to think quickly under pressure, solve complex problems, and adapt in fast-paced environments.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and drive cross-functional alignment and accountability.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and external partners.
• High attention to detail with strong follow-through.
• Self-motivated and outgoing individual with the ability to work independently and collaboratively with others.
• Creative mindset with a continuous improvement approach.
• Writing or copywriting experience is an asset.
• Proficiency with MS Excel and CRM tools (Salesforce preferred) is an asset.
• Flexibility to work irregular hours and travel domestically and internationally, as needed.

Benefits

• Impactful work transforming the way the world learns
• Flexible work arrangements
• Learning and Growth opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $4,000 CAD for continuing education through our Catch the Wave Program
• 2 Paid Days off for Catch the Wave related activities like exams or final assignments
• Employee wellbeing (Access to mental health services, EFAP program, financial planning and more)
• Retirement planning
• 2 Paid Volunteer Days
• Competitive Benefits Package
• Home Internet Reimbursements
• Employee Referral Program
• Wellness Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition
• Social Events
• Dog Friendly Offices at our HQ in Kitchener, Winnipeg, Vancouver and Melbourne.