Jobs at Mastercard Foundation

WAYS YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE

Internal Audit

• Provide input into the development of the foundation’s audit strategy and risk based annual internal audit plan which covers all countries and functions
• Execute on the Foundation’s annual internal audit plan
• Provide audit reports to management that articulate the potential impact of issues identified and provide practical recommendations. Collaborate with management on implementation and track progress.
• Report to management on the status of internal audit activities, emerging risks and potential exposures, and provide guidance with respect to enterprise risk management and internal control best practices.
• Perform Program audits to periodically review and assess the use of the Foundation’s funds by its program partners, including site visits.
• Review and report on internal controls, risk assessments and risk management & monitoring
• Participate in management meetings including various forums in an advisory capacity on risk and audit matters or on design of key controls
• Review implementation of recommendations from incident reports, internal and external audit reports
• Other duties and responsibilities as required.

Stakeholder Management

• Maintain positive relationships with stakeholders and steer collaborations across the country including relevant enterprise functions, program partners, external auditors, colleagues and communities
• External professional engagement with Internal Audit and Risk practitioners.

Team management

Staff engagement
Train foundation teams in different aspects including risk management, internal controls, governance aspects.

Who Are

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, commerce, or related field. Master’s degree in finance, accounting, commerce, or related field will be an added advantage.
• Relevant professional qualifications such as ACCA, CA, CIA, CISA, CRMP.
• Accreditation as a member with a recognized institute of internal auditors or professional accounting body.
• Minimum 10 years in audit or risk roles within large and/or global organizations, with at least 4 years in a senior internal audit or risk management role.
• Previous work in the public and development sector is a definite asset.
• Experience in planning and performing all stages in the audit process and business reviews.
• Experience in preparing and presenting reports to senior leadership team.
• Experience building capabilities and capacity of an internal audit function in high growth organizations including multi-jurisdictional and multi-currency environments.
• The ability and willingness to travel internationally where required.
• Impeccable integrity that exemplifies the Foundation’s values.
• Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the relevant regulatory framework, IFRS and other IAS's when relevant as well as an advanced understanding of business cycles and operational internal controls.
• Demonstrate understanding of International Standards on Auditing (ISAs) and International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing
• You are flexible, adaptable, and able to execute a range of job duties and changing priorities.
• You possess excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to articulate information to a variety of constituents across cultures.
• You possess professional maturity and sensitivity with different cultures.
• Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and engaging with a range of stakeholders.

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WAYS YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE

Enterprise Risk Management

• Provide input into the ERM policy, risk profile, risk appetite and risk management activities from a regional perspective
• Promote cultural awareness of risk management that will assist in responsible risk taking within the region
• Contribute to the development and deployment of strategic risk management frameworks, programs and processes needed to build a robust, strong and sustainable control environment in the country
• Identify significant risks or exposures related to internal controls, compliance and governance then collaborate on solutions.
• Conduct enterprise risk assessments at regional level to update the Foundation’s risk profile including risk management activities and end to end business process reviews to address key risks.
• Monitor and report on the risk profile and the implementation of risk management activities to the country and regional leadership
• Drive mitigation and embedment of remedial actions for identified issues
• Research and incorporate best practices including leveraging technology, third party relationships and data analytics to identify trends and potential risk areas
• Drive comprehensive incident management i.e. identification, analysis and remediation of actual or potential incidents impacting the foundation to learn from incidents and prevent reoccurrence
• Participate in regional senior management meetings including various forums in an advisory capacity on risk and audit matters or on design of key controls
• Other duties and responsibilities as required

Stakeholder Management

• Maintain positive relationships with stakeholders and steer collaborations across the Foundation’s functions and with stakeholders including program partners, external auditors, colleagues and communities
• External professional engagement with Internal Audit and Risk practitioners

Team management

• Assist with talent planning, resourcing, performance evaluation and staff engagement
• Train foundation teams in different aspects including risk management, internal controls, governance aspects

Who You Are

• A university degree in accounting or a related field. Master’s degree in accounting or related field will be an added advantage
• Relevant professional qualifications
• Accreditation as a member with a recognized institute of internal auditors or professional accounting body
• Member of a relevant professional body.
• Minimum 10 years in audit or risk roles within large and/or global organizations, with at least 4 years in a senior internal audit or risk management role.
• Previous work in the development sector is a definite asset.
• Experience in planning and performing all stages in the enterprise risk management process, business reviews and investigations
• Excellent ability to assess risks and exercise judgment in making important decisions.
• Experience in preparing and presenting reports to senior leadership team
• Impeccable integrity that exemplify the Foundation’s values.
• You are flexible, adaptable, and able to execute a range of job duties and changing priorities.
• You possess excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to articulate information to a variety of constituents across cultures.
• You possess professional maturity and sensitivity with different cultures
• Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and engaging with a range of stakeholders
• Demonstrate a commitment to Mastercard Foundation’s values and vision.