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Strategic Program Manager

Strategic Program Manager

D2LKitchener, Region of Waterloo, Canada
Full-time
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...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Staff Technical Program Manager

Staff Technical Program Manager

AffirmKitchener, Region of Waterloo, Canada
Full-time
Staff Technical Program Manager.Staff Technical Program Manager.Affirm is reinventing credit to make it more honest and friendly, giving consumers the flexibility to buy now and pay later without a...Show moreLast updated: 3 days ago
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Distributor Analyst

Distributor Analyst

ManulifeKitchener, Region of Waterloo, Canada
Full-time
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Analyst to join our Distributor Services Team.Reporting to the Director, Distributor Services, the Distributor Analyst will play a pivotal role in...Show moreLast updated: 13 days ago
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Security Analyst

Security Analyst

Grand River HospitalKitchener, Region of Waterloo, Canada
Full-time +1
Full Time Security Analyst, Information Services.Location : WRHN @ Midtown (formerly Grand River Hospital, KW Campus).Home to seven regional programs and comprehensive health-care services, Waterloo...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Producer Services Analyst

Producer Services Analyst

Conestoga Meat Packers Ltd.Breslau, ON, CAN
Full-time
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This position is responsible for back-office support to our producer membership.This role will support our farmers and the operations of Conestoga Meats. The role will be responsible for analysis, p...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
program coordinator - education

program coordinator - education

MINT Memory ClinicKitchener, ON, CA
Full-time +1
Education : College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years.Experience : Experience an asset. Health care institution, facility or clinic.Arrange for ...Show moreLast updated: 7 days ago
Quality Assurance Analyst

Quality Assurance Analyst

Intellijoint SurgicalKitchener, ON, CA
Full-time
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Tagline : Contribute towards safe and effective products at a fast-growing medical technology company! Type of Position : Full Time Location : Kitchener, ON &#...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Finance Analyst

Finance Analyst

Darling International Canada Inc.Cambridge, ON, Canada
Full-time
Darling International Canada Inc.Global population is increasing by tens of thousands every day, and the pressure on our planet's resources for food, feed and fuel is greater than ever.Our futu...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Actuarial Analyst

Actuarial Analyst

Gore Mutual InsuranceCambridge, ON, Canada
Full-time
Fueled by investments in talent and technology, our bold strategy to transform is nearly complete.At Gore Mutual, we've always set ourselves apart as a modern mutual that does good.Now, we'...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago
Neighbourhood Program Leader

Neighbourhood Program Leader

House of FriendshipKitchener, Ontario, Canada
Part-time +1
At House of Friendship we believe in what we are doing.We get out of bed each day to make a difference in our community; to walk with and to serve. We are not happy with the status quo.We get energy...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Strategic Program Manager

Strategic Program Manager

D2LKitchener, Region of Waterloo, Canada
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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.

A member of our Talent Acquisition team reviews ALL of our applications - yes, a real person reviews resumes! They are excited to read more about what amazing things you could add to D2L.

JOB SUMMARY :

Implementation & Training Services helps new and existing customers successfully onboard and launch with D2L products. We prioritize partnering with our customers, by adopting a consultative approach.

As a Strategic Program Manager, you will bring your expertise and experience to support the client’s digital transformation. You are responsible for the planning and successful execution of complex projects and programs. You will help define and setup program governance and support all Steering Committee conversations. You will help coordinate the communication, resources, and efforts required to support clients with multiple complex workstreams. Strategic Program Managers need to be looking at the larger picture and be able to help the customer define and articulate a program’s strategy and objectives and assess how it will impact a business. The Strategic Program Manager needs to have a good balance of understanding D2L's needs and the customer's needs. Being a trustful partner and the client's primary point of contact, you will work closely with Sales, to discover and understand the client vision; lead the implementation team through the client onboarding process including installation and customizations; and support the transition to the account management team by providing oversight of targeted consulting, customizations, and post-implementation projects. You may also be involved in assisting product customization, product roadmap planners, and forecasting needs for strategic clients. Travel may be required.

The role has responsibilities that traverse a broad spectrum of project, business, and technical accountability including : program management, requirements facilitation, business analysis, change management, communications, and solution implementation.

HOW WILL I MAKE AN IMPACT

  • Program management :

Understands the client high-level vision, goals, objectives, and success criteria and communicates that client vision to appropriate groups throughout the client life cycle.

  • Work with the client to solidify the scope of the engagement and ensure there are proper boundaries in place to limit scope creep.
  • Help client understand all of the workstreams that need to be considered when going through transformational change.
  • Help clients build out change management and communication plans to support the roll out.
  • Assist client to build out a proper governance plan to support the full roll out and beyond.
  • Assist the client in building out a controlled launch plan taking into consideration all of their business needs, validation requirements, and competing priorities to ensure a smooth successful launch.
  • Synchronizes client expectations and D2L product and service capabilities as both the client vision and product evolve.
  • Coordinates external and internal communication to decrease duplication or misapplication of effort and increase alignment of internal resources and client vision.
  • Resolution of issues within the program and, where necessary, the escalation of issues to senior management.
  • Management of partner projects (as applicable).
  • Ensures maximum efficiency in the allocation of resources and supports internal planning of personnel and resource needs.
  • Proactively monitors client success metrics and provides strategic advice for planning future projects.
  • Develops and manages all program documentation; obtains appropriate client and D2L approvals and sign-offs.
  • Determines, monitors and reviews all project economics to include costs, operational budgets, staffing requirements, resources, and risk.
  • Develops project control and reporting procedures and manages changes in operational plan.
  • Coaches and advises team members to accomplish project goals, to meet established schedules, and resolve technical / operational issues.
  • Conducts post-project reviews and provides client reporting and internal feedback for continuous improvement.
  • Report progress to senior management both internally and externally.
  • Client relationship management :
  • Contribute to and participate in strategic account planning with client, account management, and other stakeholders.

  • Promote a partnership relationship by listening to client product advice; supporting client research; and, maintaining frequent communication and collaboration.
  • Internal knowledge and process improvement :
  • Functions as a leader for other project managers by mentoring and assisting in analyzing client’s business requirements to deliver a successful implementation and internal processes.

  • Keep client and process documentation up to date.
  • Promote knowledge sharing within the company.
  • Partner with colleagues from other departments to ensure that our key program objectives are met.
  • Contribute to internal improvement initiatives as required.
  • Keep up to date with D2L and partner products and processes.
  • Keep up to date with new technology trends to help facilitate client learning solutions.
  • Participate in other billable and non-billable responsibilities as required.
  • Please Note : This is a client billable role. This means that each week you will be required to fill out a timesheet for time spent against each client engagement as well as time spent on internal initiatives. The majority of your time will be spent on customer work.

    WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO THE ROLE :

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills to express ideas and information clearly, concisely, and effectively, adapting communication style to suit different audiences and can convey complex concepts in a straightforward manner.
  • Ability to instill confidence and influence customers' decisions in a consultative manner as a trusted advisor.
  • Outstanding organizational skills in order to manage multiple priorities and establish timeframes and resources that are reasonable and attainable.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a track record of identifying issues, gathering relevant information, and employing critical thinking to propose effective solutions.
  • Ability to deal with ambiguity.
  • Ability to switch between tasks seamlessly, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines consistently.
  • Ability to share their expertise and knowledge effectively, providing constructive feedback and personalized guidance to team members.
  • Capability to establish and sustain executive-level relationships, fostering strong connections with key stakeholders.
  • Skills

  • Strong knowledge of the practices, procedures, and foundation of project management, with the ability to handle many small projects at one time or a few medium-sized concurrent projects.
  • Proven ability to establish strategic outcomes and measurements.
  • Proven ability to build and maintain relationships at the executive level.
  • Hands-on experience in data analysis and the ability to create both statistical and narrative reports for presentation purposes.
  • Competency in the use of the MS Office suite of tools.
  • Work Experience

  • Minimum 8 years’ experience in Professional Services project management, including delivering client software implementations throughout the end-to-end project lifecycle.
  • Successfully executed on large-scale implementation projects.
  • Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in either Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline.
  • MBA or related graduate degree preferred.
  • PMP or PgMP is an asset.
  • Change Management is an asset.
  • The expected base salary range for a new hire in this role is listed below. The annualized base salary offered is determined by each candidate’s relevant knowledge, skills, education, training, and experience. It is aligned to ensure both internal and external competitiveness using market data for the geographic location and industry. As part of the total compensation at D2L, the role may be eligible for additional benefits including a Wellness Subsidy, Equity Grants, Variable Incentive, and more.

    Base Salary Range

    92,500 — $131,000 CAD

    Don’t meet every single requirement? We strongly encourage you to still apply! At D2L, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We encourage your application even if you don't believe you meet every single qualification outlined, because we love to help our people grow and develop!

    Why we're awesome :

    At D2L, we are dedicated to providing you with the tools to do the best work of your life. While some of our perks and benefits may vary depending on location or employment type, we are proud to provide employees with the following through #LifeAtD2L :

  • Impactful work transforming the way the world learns.
  • 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).
  • 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.
  • D2L is committed to a fair and inclusive work environment. We are an equal opportunity employer that hires and attracts talent regardless of age, race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, status as a protected veteran or any other legally protected grounds and will not discriminate on these bases. We draw on diversity of thought and experience to reflect the rich array of cultures representing our broad customer base and we seek talent with diversity of life experiences and perspectives from around the world. If you have special accessibility requirements that need to be considered during the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing us at careers@d2l.com and a member of our HR team will get back to you. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially. D2L maintains a drug-free workplace.

    Schedule : Full-time

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