Director, Human Resources

2 weeks ago


Toronto, Canada Mastercard Foundation Asset Management Full time

BE PART OF A NEW AND GROWING ASSET MANAGEMENT COMPANY


ABOUT MASTERCARD FOUNDATION ASSET MANAGEMENT

Established in 2023, the Mastercard Foundation Asset Management (MFAM) Corporation was created to build a diversified investment portfolio for the Mastercard Foundation, one of the largest private foundations in the world. MFAM is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. We have a global investment strategy and mandate to deliver returns that will fund the philanthropic mission of the Mastercard Foundation and its partners in Africa and Canada over the long term.


We believe in the mission and values of the Mastercard Foundation and aim to cultivate an ecosystem of exceptional people, trusted partnerships, and long-term investments to achieve lasting impact. We value bold ideas, curiosity, and tenacity, as part of nimble, creative, and meritocracy-based team.


ABOUT MASTERCARD FOUNDATION

Mastercard Foundation, one of the largest foundations in the world, works with visionary organizations to advance education and financial inclusion to enable young people in Africa and Indigenous youth in Canada to access dignified and fulfilling work. Established in 2006 through the generosity of Mastercard when it became a public company, the Mastercard Foundation is an independent organization separate from Mastercard. The Foundation has offices in Toronto, Kigali, Accra, Nairobi, Kampala, Lagos, Dakar, and Addis Ababa.


WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH

As one of our first hires and first in HR, you will report to the Chief Operating Officer and will build and maintain relationships with teams across MFAM, the Mastercard Foundation, external consultants and vendors. You will provide support to all business areas of MFAM. As a member of the team, you will have opportunities to grow and develop, and create meaningful value and lasting impact through the Mastercard Foundation.


WHAT YOU’LL DO

This is a unique opportunity to be involved in starting up a world-class organization that will have global impact.

In the first 6-12 months, in this exciting start from scratch assignment, you will be focused on:

  • Talent sourcing, recruitment and selection efforts
  • Prioritizing and building the human resource function’s infrastructure, team/partnerships, process, tools, policies needed to support our vision, strategy, culture, and values


You will be involved in building out the operating model for Human Resources. Responsibilities include:

  • All recruiting efforts – marketing/vendor management, talent sourcing, selection process, candidate communication, etc.
  • Successful onboarding process for new staff members
  • Create success profiles for roles to support recruiting, performance management, etc.
  • Lead talent management activities to ensure the organization has the talent required and individuals can enjoy fabulous career within our organization.
  • People related administration, policy development, and compliance
  • Drive and own programs that support our culture and employee engagement
  • Establish organization wide performance management process and support the development of metrics and monitoring of individual and team accomplishments.
  • Lead performance management
  • Lead employee relations activities
  • Identify and lead other People and Performance initiatives to drive value – training, HR systems, recognition & rewards, coaching, workforce planning, etc.
  • Establish Media Strategy


WHAT YOU’LL NEED

  • 10 years + experience in human resources functions with strong experience in managing the end to end talent selection process (eg. Sourcing, recruiting, selection)
  • Experience in financial services. Specific experience in asset/investment management is an asset
  • Experience collaborating with senior leaders as well as managing cross-functional teams to deliver on time sensitive deadlines
  • Experience with process excellence frameworks (e.g. lean) and real-world application of process excellence principles and tools is an asset
  • Good working knowledge of data management governance practices, processes and supporting technology
  • Experience communicating with senior and executive management
  • Experience & passion for an assignments and organization with lots of white space. You bring the vision and passion to help build a great organization.


WHAT WE’RE OFFERING

  • Mission-based organization that generates real value for the challenges our foundation supports – improving lives
  • Pay-for-performance environment that offers competitive salary and incentives
  • Numerous opportunities to gain experience and develop a variety of skill sets in a growing organization that contributes to the mission of the Mastercard Foundation
  • Comprehensive employer paid benefits coverage
  • Retirement income through a Retirement Savings Program
  • A flexible/hybrid work environment combining in office collaboration and remote working
  • Competitive time-off policy
  • Opportunity to apply your experiences to an environment where you can make an immediate impact as an architect for our organization


We are guided by five core values:

  • We achieve the best outcomes through mutual trust, thoughtfulness, and respect
  • We embrace diversity of thought, background, and experience.
  • We learn and gain insight through open and honest communication
  • We are ambitious and results oriented
  • We challenge the status quo and seek bold solutions


MFAM is an equal opportunity employer. We believe diversity is important and we take pride in ensuring that the people we hire and culture we create reflect and embrace diversity of thought, background, and experience. We value the unique skills and diverse experiences that each individual brings, and we are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and equitable workplace where talent is respected, accepted, and empowered to be themselves.


HOW TO APPLY

Are you ready to pursue a new challenge and take your career to the next level?


Apply today Please submit your application to quoting the position title and reference number (ref 1010) in the subject line.


Deadline for Applications is Friday May 31st.


This role is a hybrid position, with a requirement of 3 days onsite at our office in Toronto, Ontario


Mastercard Foundation Asset Management 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. If you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please contact a member of MFAM at We will work with you to provide a positive recruitment experience in a confidential manner.



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