ABOUT MASTERCARD FOUNDATION

Mastercard Foundation seeks a world where everyone has the opportunity to learn and prosper. Through its Young Africa Works strategy and Canadian EleV program, the Foundation works with partners to ensure that millions of young people, especially young women, access quality education, financial services, and dignified work. Mastercard Foundation was established in 2006 through the generosity of Mastercard when it became a public company. The Foundation is independent with its own Board of Directors and CEO.

THE WORK AT THE FOUNDATION

We have entered a very exciting time at the Foundation as we scale up our operations across Africa to realize our Young Africa Works strategy. Our role at the Mastercard Foundation is to be a catalyst. Our Young Africa Works strategy focuses on working with others to spur systemic change so young people have the opportunity to find work that is dignified and fulfilling.

The Foundation has opened offices in Rwanda, Kenya, Ghana, Senegal, Ethiopia, Nigeria, and Uganda, building a broader leadership presence in Africa to develop specific strategies that support youth employment.  Within a country, we work with governments, the private sector, educators, young people, and other funders to improve the quality of education and vocational training, prepare young people for the work force, expand access to financial services for entrepreneurs and small businesses, and connect job seekers to dignified and fulfilling work.

We are ambitious and driven. Our values transcend and rise above everything else as our guide. We encourage you to bring your bold ideas, curiosity, and expertise to your work. We laugh at ourselves and with each other. We are a team. Our journey together makes our impact even more meaningful.

UNDERSTANDING CANADA PROGRAMS AT THE FOUNDATION

The Foundation has begun working within Canada in partnership with Indigenous communities and post-secondary institutions to listen, learn, and best understand how we can act in meaningful ways. The EleV strategy was co-created with Indigenous communities, young people, and partners to enable 30,000 Indigenous youth to complete their education and transition to dignified work aligned with their values and aspirations.

As reflected in Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action, education is a key driver of improved socio-economic well-being. Through building partnerships with Indigenous communities, we look to expand our initiative ultimately helping to support a generation of transformative Indigenous young leaders who will be change agents within their communities. We believe that by setting a bold target, we will encourage engagement across sectors and create momentum that will elevate the strengths and opportunities of Indigenous youth. In keeping with our approach, Indigenous communities and young people will be the drivers of this transformation. The program will promote innovations to address longer-term systemic change to achieve economic prosperity and social well-being within Indigenous communities.

The EleV team oversees current and emerging partnerships related to Indigenous education. Consistent with our overall vision and Youth Africa Works strategy, we will share learnings and opportunities to connect across the work of the Foundation. While operating in distinct contexts, the centrality of youth voice and vision, affirmation of culture and identity, and priority to enhance community capacity for self-determination are common threads upon which our work is strengthened and reinforced.

If you are an experienced People & Culture Projects & Planning professional looking to increase your impact, read on!

THE OPPORTUNITY

Reporting to the Lead, People & Culture Projects & Planning, the Partner will be responsible for the execution of P&C enterprise projects, enterprise planning and organization of the Project Management Office within the People and Culture function.

The successful candidate will be based in any of our listed offices in Africa; Rwanda, Ethiopia, Uganda, Kenya, Ghana, Senegal or Nigeria

WAYS YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE

  • Collaborate in the design of Projects and Planning yearly framework, roadmap and also in the review of larger P & C function strategy execution and tracking.
  • Build the thought leadership function of the office of the CPCO with leading class research, data analysis, and program/project management.
  • Execute on report and presentations creation by pulling, organizing, and conducting analysis as required to meet parameters of request.
  • Provide support on ad-hoc reporting requests as necessary.
  • Provide support for and execute data visualization requests.
  • Conduct basic data analytics as necessary for reports and internal needs.
  • Coordinate delivery and execution of complex enterprise or functional projects or workstreams concurrently with project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle:
    • Understand how the overall project fits within an enterprise context.
    • Coordinate in the execution of P & C projects and manage PMO within P & C.
    • Communicate regularly with project stakeholders, working groups, and other governance structures.
    • Proactively manage change in scope, time and cost; devise contingency plans to control outcomes of critical path.
    • Provide coaching and develop training on project management best practices to P and C stakeholders, in alignment with the PM CoE.
  • Engage P & C leadership and the wider team and provide project execution support across the HR value chain.
  • Co-manage the agenda and calendar of the CPCO and provide support where required.
  • Problem-solve actively, engage stakeholders and develop trusted thought-partner relationships.

WHO YOU ARE

  • Bachelor’s degree preferably in business administration or a related field is required; Master's Degree is an asset.
  • CIPM, CIPD, HRCI, PMI or equivalent is desired.
  • 4- 6 years of relevant business project management experience (as opposed to IT project management) and success in leading and managing complex projects in an official PM capacity, demonstrating PMO methodologies for planning, risk management, and reporting. Preferably focused on HR and Change Management projects.
  • Core experience in HR across the value chain.
  • Consulting background will be an advantage.
  • Demonstrated experience applying planning, monitoring, and PMO methodologies for planning, risk management, and reporting.
  • HR Generalist knowledge or specialist in either of the HR areas.
  • HR global awareness.
  • Huge presence with strong presentation skills and solution-oriented.
  • Analytical with strong business acumen Detail-oriented, methodical, and process-oriented to consistently and effectively produce and deliver high-quality results on time. Results-driven mindset.
  • Strong capability with data analytics and dashboard design is an added advantage.
  • Flexible, adaptable, and able to execute a range of job duties and changing priorities.
  • Possess excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to articulate information to a variety of constituents across cultures.
  • Possess professional maturity, sensitivity with different cultures, and impeccable integrity that exemplify the Foundation’s values.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to Mastercard Foundation’s values and vision.

Deadline for Applications is June 26, 2022

Mastercard Foundation (the “Foundation”) values and respects your privacy. By submitting an application for this opportunity, you hereby agree to the Foundation’s collection, use and disclosure of your personal information in accordance with its Privacy Policy (available at https://mastercardfdn.org/privacy/). Please note that the Foundation may share your personal information with third-party agencies that support the Foundation’s recruitment activities, and such third-party agencies may contact you directly regarding this opportunity. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Foundation’s Privacy Officer at the address indicated in its Privacy Policy.

The Mastercard Foundation values the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the organization and we are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone.

Completion of satisfactory business references and background checks are essential conditions of employment.

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