A key integration role within the Diversity team, this individual will be responsible for managing the execution and seamless integration of all Diversity deliverables with Global Talent Management and Development (GTM&D) processes to ensure one voice to the employee population.

The ideal candidate will perform a wide range of project management activities including, but not limited to, project management, strategic alignment, stakeholder enrollment and managing program/process development and execution. In addition, he or she will operate as an internal consultant, driving cross-functional initiatives and is expected to play a critical role in the development of diversity programs in the regional offices.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Manage the implementation of Diversity learning initiatives/programs, aligning Diversity strategy with business strategies, streamlining and standardizing policies, practices and processes, transforming the organization to be more inclusive.
• Manage project plans for the design and implementation of Diversity initiatives/programs by partnering with key Global Diversity and Inclusion Council member stakeholders to drive execution.
• Ability to drive execution at Senior levels in the Organization.
• Work closely with all levels of management in a consultative role; providing guidance on strategic leaning and talent management theory; practice; policies; and programs.
• Align diversity activities with MasterCard's GTM&D strategic goals and approach and identify opportunities for advancing diversity initiatives by leveraging MasterCard GTM&D talent management strategies.

Required Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Highly skilled and organized Project Manager with experience in executing regional projects for complex organizations.
• Experience in leading diversity and/or projects/initiatives
• Must be able to self-direct and work effectively with others at all levels of an organization with team members, senior leaders, and clients.
• Proven ability to establish rapport and credibility with a wide-range of constituencies.
• Ability to function in a time-compressed, highly dynamic and potentially ambiguous situation to ensure milestones and deliverables are achieved.
• Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communications competencies
• Ability and willingness to travel

Job Experience

10+ years leadership experience and business expertise in several of the following areas: project management, human capital management consulting, project management and strategic planning

PMP Certification and experience in diversity learning programs is a plus. Prior consulting experience in human capital is highly preferred. Financial services and bankcard industries is a plus.

This role is part of the Global Diversity function within the MasterCard Worldwide Products and Services organization; headquartered in Purchase, NY.

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