Project Manager, Business Events

2 months ago

Vancouver, Canada Destination Canada Full time

**Job Brief**:
We are looking for a Project Manager, Business Events to join the Destination Canada team.

**Job Grade & Compensation**: DC-05 $72,177 - $90,221 (CAD) + Pay for Performance

**Language Requirement**: English Essential/Anglais essentiel

**Security Clearance Level **:Enhanced

**Employment Status**: Term

**End Date (Term Roles) **:1/7/28

**The world needs more Canada.**

Destination Canada is looking for a **Project Manager, Business Events**,** **to join our team Vancouver as we inspire travellers to explore Canada.

This role provides support to the Senior Director, Strategic Initiatives and works across the Business Events team to coordinate and project manage the business unit’s deliverables, ensuring the necessary inputs and connections are made within the team and with other Destination Canada teams. The incumbent manages and oversees various special projects from end to end including: project planning; coordinating and leading internal, external and international teams through execution; executing and supporting on project plan deliverables; ensuring the teams are meeting deadlines and working from a shared understanding of the business unit’s objectives; and ensuring that the Business Events unit and the necessary DC teams have the inputs necessary to achieve the strategies outlined in the BE plan.

Destination Canada strives to be an agile organization that responds to a fast-paced industry. The individual will require the skills and personal attributes to support this goal.

Join us and share your love for Canada and your glowing heart with the world.

**DUTIES**:

- Manage special projects within the business events team from initiation to completion
- Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets, and ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope
- Supervise internal, external and global teams to achieve project objectives
- Support the Senior Director, Strategic Initiatives in the integration of unit processes and execution of strategic initiatives and plans
- Manage and execute the unit’s Strategic Partnerships, which include developing agreements, liaising with the Partner’s management team, and executing on deliverables
- Coordinate the activities of the team and/or suppliers involved in the development and implementation of special projects. This includes:

- Assist in the due-diligence process and facilitate management of vendors when applicable
- Support the administration for procurement projects when required
- Collect the necessary information and data to inform deliverables and scope of work of the project
- Document, develop budgets and manage budgets associated to the project
- Report to upper management on the progress and status of projects
- Coordination of in-market event planning, activities and delivery including FAMs/site visits and strategic partnership events
- Prepare, proofread, and edit written work, summaries of proposals and presentations as requested
- Performs other related duties as requested

**Essential Qualifications**

**EDUCATION**:

- Graduation from a recognized university with a degree in business, project management or another specialty relevant to the position, or another combination of education, training and experience acceptable to DC.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a project management role.
- Experience in managing complex projects from end to end.
- Experience in planning, forecasting, and strategy execution.
- Experience working with remote teams is an asset.
- Experience working as an event planner is an asset.
- Experience in managing a budget is a strong asset.
- Experience running competitive request for proposal processes is an asset

**KNOWLEDGE**:

- Advanced knowledge of project management principles and techniques
- Knowledge of the tourism and/or events industry
- Knowledge of event planning is an asset
- Advanced knowledge and demonstrated skills with MS Office Suite, Sharepoint, and GSuite
- Knowledge of writing, editing, and presentation tools and techniques.

**ABILITIES**:

- Strong project management skills.
- Extensive prioritization, time management, multi-tasking, and organizational skills.
- Ability to remain efficient, adaptable and supportive in a fast-paced environment.
- Curious, motivated, and capable of developing compelling fact-based arguments
- Detail-oriented with highly developed follow-up skills.
- Demonstrated drive. Self-motivated to take initiative; proactive and results oriented.
- Discrete and professional attitude, able to navigate sensitive and confidential materials and issues.
- Able to meet tight deadlines with a high level of accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and as a team member.
- High level of interpersonal and networking skills.
- Strong problem-solving techniques.
- Excellent verbal, listening and written communication skills.
- Ability to adapt to changing work priorities.

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