Senior Global Events Specialist (14 Month Contract)

Artificial Intelligence. Actual Impact.

At Docebo, we’re using AI to change how people learn at work—and we mean actually change it. We’re an AI-powered learning platform that helps organizations create, deliver, and manage training all in one place. But our real mission goes deeper: we help teams move faster, work smarter, and focus on the work that truly matters. Our platform is built with intelligent, time-saving tools that personalize learning, eliminate busywork, and turn training from a checkbox into a superpower. The result? Better experiences for learners and real results for businesses.

We’re shaping the future of learning with a team that isn’t afraid to challenge the status quo. If you're excited by the idea of using AI to make work-life better for real people–you’ll feel right at home here. And it’s not just what we build, it’s how we show up. At Docebo, our values aren’t just posters on the wall—they guide how we work every day. We call it the Docebo Heart: trust by default, assume positive intent, and create space for different perspectives to thrive.

So… what are you waiting for? Join 900+ Docebians around the world and help us reinvent the way people learn, because learning never stops.

Length: 14 Month Contract
Location: Hybrid Toronto

We are looking for a Senior Events Specialist to step into a high-impact contract role covering a maternity leave and take absolute ownership of planning and execution of our North America tradeshows and events. In this role, you won't just manage logistics; you will act as a brand visionary, designing experiences that generate serious pipeline and support Docebo’s major flagship moments like Inspire, RKO, and PKO. You will have a direct hand in elevating our global brand presence by infusing a modern, AI-forward approach into every single event lifecycle. This is your opportunity to build with deep intention, sweat the creative details, and prove how experiential marketing drives massive business ROI.

• Own the Stage: Lead the end-to-end planning, strategy, briefing, venue selection, and flawless execution for all North America tradeshows and exhibitions.

• Elevate Flagship Experiences: Partner across the business to support the operational delivery of Docebo’s premier corporate events, including Inspire, RKO, and PKO.

• Orchestrate the Ecosystem: Manage critical relationships with vendors, sponsors, and internal stakeholders to drive seamless coordination, perfect alignment, and flawless execution.

• Command On-Site Delivery: Lead real-time, on-site event activities including guest registration, speaker coordination, and proactive troubleshooting to keep things running beautifully.

• Harness Top-Tier Tools: Leverage industry software including Asana, Google Workspace, CVENT, and Salesforce to maintain organized, scalable, and highly predictable project management workflows.

• Engineer Surprise & Delight: Design memorable, on-brand event activations that captivate attendees, spark meaningful connections, and move away from standard industry checkboxes.

• Supercharge with AI: Revolutionize the event planning lifecycle by leveraging AI-powered tools and cutting-edge workflows to automate busywork, maximize team efficiency, and scale output.

• Govern the Blueprint: Oversee complex logistical puzzles—including transportation, lodging, catering, and equipment—while meticulously building budgets and negotiating vendor contracts to maximize value.

• Measure the Impact: Track, analyze, and deliver rigorous event performance metrics to internal stakeholders, proving clear ROI and mapping event success directly to revenue pipeline.
  

• Proven Event Mastery: Bring 5+ years of corporate event management experience, ideally thriving within a fast-paced B2B SaaS, tech, or global organizational environment.

• Track Record of Scale: Demonstrate a portfolio of successfully managing large-scale tradeshows, conferences, and flagship internal events (like user conferences or sales kick-offs) from conception to close.

• Tech-Forward Execution: Work seamlessly within a modern tech stack, showcasing proficiency in project tools like Asana, CVENT, Salesforce, Google Workspace, and Slack.

• AI-First Mindset: Possess a natural curiosity and active experience using AI tools to streamline project management, draft briefs faster, and optimize operational efficiency.

• Poise Under Pressure: Maintain an ultra-organized, calm demeanor while juggling shifting priorities and collaborating across diverse global teams and multiple time zones.

• Master Negotiator: Display a strong commercial mindset with deep expertise in vendor sourcing, contract negotiations, and keeping complex event budgets tightly balanced.

• Ready for Adventure: Maintain the flexibility and willingness to travel up to 30% annually, including evenings and weekends, to bring these experiences to life on-site