Partner, Financial Planning & Analysis

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 WORK AT THE FOUNDATION

We are currently in an exciting period at the Mastercard Foundation as we intensify the implementation of the Young Africa Works strategy, aiming to empower 30 million young people throughout Africa to access dignified and fulfilling employment.

To ensure the Foundation's accessibility to our partners and program participants, we have established offices in Rwanda, Kenya, Ghana, Senegal, Ethiopia, Nigeria, and Uganda. These offices provide strong in-country support for the implementation of Young Africa Works. We collaborate with governments, the private sector, educators, and other funders to enhance the quality of education and vocational training, equip young individuals with the necessary skills for the workforce, expand access to financial services for entrepreneurs and small businesses, and facilitate connections between job seekers and meaningful employment opportunities.

Our values serve as our guiding principles, transcending and surpassing all other considerations. We wholeheartedly encourage you to bring your bold ideas, curiosity, and expertise to your work.

If you are an experienced financial planning & analysis professional looking to increase your impact, read on!

THE OPPORTUNITY

Reporting to the Lead, Financial Planning & Analysis, the Partner, Financial Planning & Analysis will be responsible for supporting the financial planning and analysis processes including budgeting, forecasting and management reporting. Business partnering with other teams to support financial decision-making is an important part of the role.

WAYS YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE

• Manage key components of the Foundation’s annual budgeting process, including operating expenses, pipeline, commitments, and disbursements, in collaboration with functional teams.
• Monitor progress against the annual budget and oversee the quarterly forecasting process.
• Consolidate budget and forecast figures for senior management review and provide data to support multi-year financial planning.
• Identify financial risks and opportunities, recommending effective solutions.
• Prepare Finance and Accounting materials for Board meetings and review financial figures included in other teams' materials.
• Analyze year-to-date results, including variance analysis, and prepare management reports for senior leadership and functional budget owners.
• Maintain, update, and create reporting dashboards to support management reporting.
• Conduct ad hoc financial analysis for internal and external purposes.
• Collaborate with leaders and staff across functions to provide financial expertise in budgeting, forecasting, procurement, and financial decision-making.
• Develop policies and procedures, offering training to enhance financial management capabilities.

 WHO YOU ARE

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration with a CPA or CA certification is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial roles within large not-for-profits, NGOs, or other global organizations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; French and/or local language skills are an added advantage.
• Strong experience in financial planning and analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, and proficiency with related IT systems.
• Understanding of CRA regulatory requirements for not-for-profit organizations.
• Experience with financial modelling, report automation, and data visualization tools.
• Demonstrated ability to identify, simplify, and enhance processes for operational efficiency.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills to develop innovative approaches to complex problems.
• Excellent relationship-building and interpersonal skills, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and teamwork.
• Flexible, adaptable, and able to execute a range of job duties and changing priorities.
• Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to effectively communicate across cultures.
• Possess professional maturity, sensitivity with different cultures, and impeccable integrity that exemplify the Foundation’s values.
• Demonstrate a commitment to Mastercard Foundation’s values and vision.

Deadline for Applications is January 6, 2025.

Mastercard Foundation (the “Foundation”) values and respects your privacy. By submitting an application for this opportunity, you hereby agree to the Foundation’s collection, use and disclosure of your personal information in accordance with its Privacy Policy (available at https://mastercardfdn.org/privacy/). Please note that the Foundation may share your personal information with third-party agencies that support the Foundation’s recruitment activities, and such third-party agencies may contact you directly regarding this opportunity. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Foundation’s Privacy Officer at the address indicated in its Privacy Policy.

The Mastercard Foundation 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.

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