Head, Functional Technology Business Partnering

Head, Functional Technology Business Partnering

Toronto, Canada

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 OPPORTUNITY

Reporting to the Director of Technology Business Partnering and Value Management, the Head, Cross-Functional Technology Business Partnering will be a dedicated partner to all Mastercard Foundation Functions, excluding Programs. The role will work closely with leaders from Public Affairs and Communications (PAC), Finance, People and Culture (P&C), Legal, and Impact and Research to understand their needs and ensure these are met through Technology solutions. You will drive strategic initiatives by aligning Technology solutions with business needs and the Foundation's broader objectives, delivering maximum value to the Foundation, its Partners, and Participants, and contributing to achieving its 2030 strategy.

WAYS YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE

• Serve as the dedicated point of contact and strategic advisor for the Public Affairs and Communications (PAC), Finance, People and Culture (P&C), Legal and Impact & Research Functions, working with the leadership of these Functions to ensure Technology initiatives align to each team’s priorities.
• Participate in team engagements and meetings with the PAC, Finance, P&C, Legal, and Impact and Research Functions.
• Ensure the Technology solutions employed by the PAC, Finance, P&C, Legal, and Impact and Research Functions effectively align with the broader Foundation’s, Programs, and DDIT’s strategic objectives, identifying gaps and initiatives for continuous improvement.
• Communicate end-user issues and requirements from the PAC, Finance, P&C, Legal, and Impact and Research teams to the rest of the DDIT team as required and ensure relevant Function stakeholders are involved in co-creating and designing technology solutions.
• Design and implement frameworks to evaluate the impact of technology solutions and initiatives on the PAC, Finance, P&C, Legal, and Impact and Research Functions, effectively driving the Foundation’s strategic goals.
• Leverage business analysis and stay abreast of technological advancements to proactively identify and design new technology solutions that drive efficiency to enhance outcomes for the PAC, Finance, P&C, Legal, and Impact and Research Functions.
• Establish and maintain the relevant governance processes and frameworks to facilitate collaboration and decision-making between the PAC, Finance, P&C, Legal, Impact and Research teams and DDIT, from solution identification to development.
• Collaborate with the Director of Technology Business Partnering and Value Management and other Technology Value Business Partnering Heads to drive the effective strategic roll-out of the business partnering model across the Foundation.
• Provide regular updates and reports as required to the Director of Technology Business Partnering and Value Management, the Chief of DDIT, and relevant Foundation leadership teams on the status and outcomes of technology initiatives for the PAC, Finance, P&C, Legal, Impact, and Research Functions.
• Manage direct reports by providing guidance, coaching, and mentorship while overseeing their performance and capacity in compliance with the Foundation’s management policies and procedures.

WHO YOU ARE

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration or Management, or a related field. Master’s degree or MBA is preferred.
• Proven experience (10+ years) in Technology, Program Management, Business Relationship Management, Business Partnering, or a similar role, with previous leadership roles held.
• Proficiency in project management tools, Microsoft Office Suite, and collaboration platforms; experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and data analytics tools is a plus.
• Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize competing demands, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build consensus, influence stakeholders, and communicate effectively across all levels of the Foundation.
• Demonstrated commitment to the Foundation's equity, inclusion, and social impact values, with a passion for driving positive change and empowering underserved communities globally.

Deadline for Applications is February 7, 2025.