Job: Program Coordinator, Financial Inclusion

Location: Toronto, Canada
Description

Position: Program Coordinator, Financial Inclusion

Location: Toronto, Ontario

The MasterCard Foundation is a global foundation based in Toronto, Canada, with over $6 billion in assets. 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. The Foundation believes that every person has the potential to transform their lives and improve the lives of their families and communities.

The Foundation collaborates with partners to advance sustainable and scalable solutions in financial inclusion and youth learning in developing countries, particularly in Africa, that face high rates of poverty, limited access to financial services, and growing numbers of out-of-school youth. These partners include diverse organizations that are leaders and innovators in development such as the African Leadership Academy, BRAC, Camfed, Equity Group Foundation, International Finance Corporation, Opportunity International, and UN Capital Development Fund. The Foundation is on an exciting growth trajectory. To date, it has committed over $800 million in major initiatives, which align with its financial inclusion and youth learning strategies. Over the next few years, the Foundation expects to commit $100 million annually to broaden economic participation of the poor and to enable young people to realize their potential.

The Foundation's culture is shaped by a highly entrepreneurial and collaborative team with a results-oriented approach to philanthropy. The Foundation encourages innovative and 'out of the box' thinking, and promotes active learning. Foundation staff work as a team to proactively search for prospective partners, conduct rigorous due diligence, and assess programs. The Foundation values trust, collaboration, respect, and high standards.

Position Description

The Program Coordinator, Financial Inclusion (FI), will work directly with, and report to, the Director, FI, with frequent interactions with the FI team and other Foundation staff. Successful candidates will demonstrate the Foundation's core values - achievement, innovation and collaboration. The Program Coordinator, FI, will support a range of activities across the Foundation including, but not limited to, the following:

Provide Programming Support to the FI Team

• Undertake special projects as needed in the areas of program research, knowledge and learning
• Provide support to meet the data needs of program staff within a variety of program areas, to enable more effective programming
• Provide program management and/or portfolio support to the team as required
• Other duties as required, including administrative support, to advance program activities

Contribute to the Implementation and Upkeep of the Knowledge Management/ Evaluation System

• Lead document migration onto SharePoint
• Maintain GIFTS data entry
• Maintain organization of the shared network drives
• Represent the FI team on all Knowledge Management related initiatives

Provide Administrative Support to the Director, Financial Inclusion

• Manage calendar
• Coordinate travel and accommodation arrangements
• Assist with budget preparation
• Facilitate other administrative processes as needed
• Assist with Director's special projects

Provide Coordination Support for the Financial Inclusion Team

• Support senior management and the FI team including contributions to meeting materials, project-related activities, partner relationship management and internal program and foundation-level coordination.
• Facilitate internal communication within the FI team and across the Foundation
• Provide administrative support to the FI team as needed
• Coordinate logistics of project meetings and events including scheduling and hosting of external guests
• Create, maintain and update the organization of files and records
• Manage agenda and chair bi-weekly FI team meetings
• Coordinate bi-weekly Program Team Meetings

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate should have the following qualifications:

• Graduate degree in relevant subject matter or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in an international position with exposure to emerging markets,

Sub- Saharan Africa preferred. - Preference will be given to an individual who has had exposure to Financial Inclusion and/or International Development and/or Financial Services.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Keen interest in international development, financial inclusion, youth learning and/or philanthropic initiatives
• Strong project management skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a sense of humor, exhibiting grace under pressure
• Proactive and engaged with an ability to thrive in an environment of change
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication skills in English (written and spoken)
• Strong research, analysis and writing skills
• Flexible, adaptable, and able to effectively execute a range of job duties
• Good organizational skills and demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks
• Proficiency with Microsoft office including PowerPoint, Word and ExcelProgram Coordinator, Financial Inclusion

Location

This position is located in the Foundation's office in Toronto, Canada.

Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, with the position beginning immediately.

How to Apply: Please email your resume and cover letter explaining your interest in the position to info@mastercardfdn.org. Please include Program Coordinator, Financial Inclusion in the subject line. All applications are appreciated; however, please note, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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