Global Events Manager - 16 Month Contract - Remote

Overview

D2L is a cloud company that is modernizing education and building the Future of Work. The old models of teaching and learning are in the midst of the largest transformation in history, and D2L is at the heart of that fundamental shift.

New models of teaching and learning enable a personalized, student-centric experience – and deliver improved retention, engagement, satisfaction, and results for learners of all ages – in schools, campuses, and companies.

D2L is disrupting the way the world learns, by providing the next generation learning environment and solutions to engage and inspire learners. And most importantly, by giving customers a platform that is easy, flexible, and smart. No other company provides a solution as robust and innovative as D2L.

D2L has had a singular mission for 25 years and is dedicated to that same mission in the years ahead: to transform the way the world learns – and by doing so, we will help improve human potential globally.

Every application we receive is personally reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team - yes, a real person looks at your resume! While we use AI tools internally to streamline tasks like meeting notes, summaries, and administrative work, these tools never rank resumes, make hiring decisions, or influence candidate evaluations.

In Short

• 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.