• Job Description

  Req#: 7572876002

  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 are currently in an exciting period at the Mastercard Foundation as we intensify the implementation of the Young Africa Works strategy, aiming to empower 30 million young people throughout Africa to access dignified and fulfilling employment.

  To ensure the Foundation's accessibility to our partners and program participants, we have established offices in Rwanda, Kenya, Ghana, Senegal, Ethiopia, Nigeria, and Uganda. These offices provide strong in-country support for the implementation of Young Africa Works. We collaborate with governments, the private sector, educators, and other funders to enhance the quality of education and vocational training, equip young individuals with the necessary skills for the workforce, expand access to financial services for entrepreneurs and small businesses, and facilitate connections between job seekers and meaningful employment opportunities.

  Our values serve as our guiding principles, transcending and surpassing all other considerations. We wholeheartedly encourage you to bring your bold ideas, curiosity, and expertise to your work.

  THE OPPORTUNITY

  Reporting to the Senior Director, Research and Learning, the Consultant will drive knowledge development to support emerging Foundation programs and strategic needs and further Young Africa Works and other Foundation program objectives.

  The location is remote within Africa or at any of the Foundation’s offices (Ghana, Uganda, Nigeria, Senegal, Ethiopia, Rwanda, or Kenya).

  WAYS YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE

  • Lead work with the team to deliver the design of research systems/processes/protocols to ensure high-quality research design, implementation, and analysis.
  • Collaborate with Program teams to identify and address research questions to enhance the effectiveness of programs and partnerships and alignment to the Young Africa Works strategy, EleV, and other functional programs.
  • Contribute to building a culture that encourages evidence-informed decision-making.
  • Work with the team to lead, collate, commission, provide subject matter expertise, and synthesize research on programmatic, strategic, and other programs’ knowledge building, including understanding country and regional contexts to support program co-design, implementation, and review processes.
  • Disseminate relevant lessons learned and insights to internal and external audiences.
  • Continuously explore sharing opportunities for the Foundation’s program work.
  • Work with Research Team to build and strengthen the capacity of others to deliver high-quality research, analysis, publications, and documentation.

  WHO YOU ARE

  • A PhD in Social Sciences and Humanities, Global Development, or Public Policy Research (preferred).
  • A minimum of 12 years of leadership experience in higher education, the social sciences, development, and/or government or public policy within non-profit organizations, international NGOs, and/or learning institutions.
  • Expertise in researching development, political, and social issues across Africa, including economic transformation and research partnerships.
  • Proven experience in engaging with technical experts and institutions to build communities of practice in Africa.
  • Experience managing enterprise-wide research or knowledge development teams with the ability to prioritize multiple initiatives.
  • Excellent research skills with the ability to communicate findings to both technical and non-technical teams.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to relate to a broad range of internal stakeholders.
  • Client service mindset with a commitment to co-creation and inclusive approaches.
  • Energetic, independent, and self-motivated with a solution-based approach, demonstrating innovation and resilience.
  • Demonstrated success in building and managing high-performing teams.
  • Fluency in relevant languages, with French being desirable.
  • Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills, capable of articulating information across cultures.

  Deadline for Applications is August 20, 2024.

  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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• About the company

  The organization, which is based in Toronto, Canada, has supported work in 49 countries.

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