Program Manager - Ecosystem

Join the team redefining how the world experiences design.

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Thanks for stopping by. We know job hunting can be a little time consuming and you're probably keen to find out what's on offer, so we'll get straight to the point.

Where and how you can work

Our flagship campus is in Sydney. We also have a campus in Melbourne and co-working spaces in Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide. But you have choice in where and how you work, we trust our Canvanauts to choose the balance that empowers them and their team to achieve their goals.

What you’d be doing in this role

As Canva scales change continues to be part of our DNA. But we like to think that's all part of the fun. So this will give you the flavour of the type of things you'll be working on when you start, but this will likely evolve.

At the moment, this role is focused on:

• Leading Developer Partner Success: Oversee operations to ensure a seamless and impactful experience for our developer partners, from onboarding to strategic growth.
• Driving Ecosystem Efficiency: Identify operational challenges and implement innovative solutions to enhance functionality and streamline workflows.
• Discovering New Opportunities: Conduct market research and competitive analysis to shape strategic priorities and unlock new growth areas.
• Making Data-Driven Decisions: Leverage insights to assess goals, refine processes, and improve performance across the ecosystem.
• Shaping Strategic Programs: Collaborate with leadership to design developer tiering and incentive initiatives that align with long-term objectives.
• Managing High-Impact Initiatives: Optimise programs like the Canva App Innovation Fund and developer incentives, working closely with cross-functional teams to drive success.
• Scaling Global Operations: Build processes, maintain partner tracking systems, and document policies to ensure scalable and efficient program execution worldwide.

You're probably a match if

• You have experience designing and managing successful partner programs.
• You’ve enabled partners to deliver solutions that drive revenue, enhance customer engagement, and support growth.
• You excel at communication, analysis, and organisation, effectively leading cross-functional projects.
• You thrive in ambiguity, turning broad goals into clear, actionable plans with measurable outcomes.
• You bring strong project and program management skills, working collaboratively with diverse teams to achieve impactful results.

About the team

Since 2021, Canva’s Ecosystem Supergroup has been revolutionising visual design and communication by building the world’s most vibrant app and developer ecosystem. We’ve created powerful integrations, seamless workflows, and innovative tools, empowering developers to craft unique app experiences for millions of Canva users.

In 2023, we launched the Canva Apps SDK, opening endless possibilities for over 1,000 developers already building within our platform. As a Program Manager, you’ll drive the growth of our ecosystem, nurturing partnerships—from individual developers to global tech leaders—through monetisation programs and exceptional experiences. Ready to make a real impact? Let’s create together!

What's in it for you?

Achieving our crazy big goals motivates us to work hard - and we do - but you'll experience lots of moments of magic, connectivity and fun woven throughout life at Canva, too. We also offer a range of benefits to set you up for every success in and outside of work.

Here's a taste of what's on offer:

• Equity packages - we want our success to be yours too
• Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents & carers
• An annual Vibe & Thrive allowance to support your wellbeing, social connection, office setup & more
• Flexible leave options that empower you to be a force for good, take time to recharge and supports you personally

Check out lifeatcanva.com for more info.

Other stuff to know

We make hiring decisions based on your experience, skills and passion, as well as how you can enhance Canva and our culture. When you apply, please tell us the pronouns you use and any reasonable adjustments you may need during the interview process.

We celebrate all types of skills and backgrounds at Canva so even if you don’t feel like your skills quite match what’s listed above - we still want to hear from you!

Please note that interviews are conducted virtually.