Job: Director, Communications

Location: Toronto, Canada
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Position: Director, Communications

Location: Toronto, Ontario

The MasterCard Foundation is an independent, global organization based in Toronto, Canada, with more than $6 billion in assets. Through collaboration with partner organizations in 49 countries, mostly in Africa, it is creating opportunities for all people to learn and prosper. The Foundation's programs advance microfinance as well as youth education and employment. Established in 2006 through the generosity of MasterCard Worldwide when it became a public company, the Foundation is separate and independent from the company. Its policies, operations, and funding decisions are determined by its own Foundation Board of Directors and President and CEO.

As Director, Communications, reporting to the CEO, you will develop and deliver on a full-function, integrated communications strategy. You are an accomplished generalist and senior communications leader who has reported to the CEO in a complex private or not-for-profit organization of stature. A relationship builder and influencer, you have superior oral and written communications skills, and are able to communicate complex concepts in compelling ways. Able to think strategically and execute tactically, you will analyze trends, opportunities, and risk, counsel and collaborate with peers, mentor your team to high performance, and implement standards and metrics for internal and external communications efficacy. Learning from its work and communicating those insights are at the core of the Foundation's strategy and mandate. You and your team will work to build the international standing of The MasterCard Foundation for funding effective initiatives, learning from results, and sharing outcomes and knowledge freely. Forge compelling communications that enhance MasterCard Foundation's brand and reputation, helping to build effective relationships with partners and communities around the world. Expand its reach. Expand your capacity. Learn to make a real difference.

The Foundation values innovative and fresh thinking as it strives to become a global thought-leader. Its work is achieved by a strategic, nimble and highly entrepreneurial team with a proactive and results-oriented approach to its philanthropic activities. The organization's culture is shaped by people who are driven and passionate about the Foundation's mission.

HOW TO APPLY All responses to Caldwell Partners are confidential. Please indicate your interest in Project 130121 at www.caldwellpartners.com/apply.php.
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