Director, Diversity and Inclusion, Global Inclusion Business Partner, IMK

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Director, Diversity and Inclusion, Global Inclusion Business Partner, IMK Dubai , United Arab EmiratesOur PurposeWe work to connect and power an inclusive, digital economy that benefits everyone, everywhere by making transactions safe, simple, smart and accessible. Using secure data and networks, partnerships and passion, our innovations and solutions help individuals, financial institutions, governments and businesses realize their greatest potential. Our decency quotient, or DQ, drives our culture and everything we do inside and outside of our company. We cultivate a culture of inclusion (https://www.mastercard.us/en-us/vision/who-we-are/diversity-inclusion.html) for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team one that makes better decisions, drives innovation and delivers better business results.Job TitleDirector, Diversity and Inclusion, Global Inclusion Business Partner, IMK Global Inclusion Business Partner - IMK About the Opportunity: MasterCard operates the worlds fastest payment processing network, connecting consumers, financial institutions, merchants, governments and businesses in more than 210 countries and territories. Every day, everywhere, we use our technology and expertise to make payments safe, simple and smart. We know safety and security are the top priorities of our customers, cardholders and partners, so we wont stand still in developing new and better ways to keep payments safe. Through our vision - a World Beyond Cash - we are advancing global social sustainability by giving people around the world greater access to the financial system, which, in turn, provides a larger and more diverse group of engaged contributors and participants. About the Role: The Global Inclusion Business Partner International Markets (IMK) will be a direct report to the Vice President, Diversity & Inclusion Business Partner. This role is responsible for supporting the implementation of the companys global diversity, equity and inclusion strategy within the International Markets Division including Asia Pacific, Europe, Eastern Europe Middle East & Africa, Latin America & Caribbean. Primary Responsibilities: Collaborate with leaders and Human Resources to embed and drive progress for our multi-year regional inclusion action plans, including developing, monitoring and reporting on indicators of success and challenges Work to increase the inclusion leadership competency of leaders, managers and employees through the implementation of programs and trainings that educate staff on how to recognize and value individual differences and enrich our work in the process Work with various departments and staff, including Human Resources and Communications to create, update, and assure that our organizational communications and campaigns, processes and policies fully reflect the organizations guiding inclusion strategy principles and areas of focus Develop strategic partnerships with outside organizations and professionals to support the recruiting efforts in developing a pipeline of diverse candidates, vendors, and partners Support DEI Communications internal and external efforts and campaigns, and Reporting, Benchmarking and Awards/Recognition initiatives Work with the Business Resource Groups (employee affinity groups) to support meeting global inclusion strategy objectives, and being influential partners to our business functions Engage with acquired companies to support their DEI ambitions and integration into Mastercard. General Management Accountabilities: Be a business partner and consultant Able to motivate and inspire Have an inclusive and global mind set Willing to take calculated risks Ensure inclusion leadership needs are identified and addressed Promote, support and sustain an ethical working environment Comfortable working in a start-up environment Skills/Experiences Experience in helping build and implement regional inclusion strategies, including experience working with and creating collaborative and productive working relationships among multicultural populations and across multiple levels of the company Demonstrated skills in influencing and leading groups, problem solving, organizational and interpersonal skills Strong communications skills, including program management, making effective presentations, and writing Ability to manage, monitor, and disseminate progress of program goals and challenges Excellent coaching, mentoring and facilitating skills Knowledge of how to embed DEI thinking into HR diverse recruitment strategies, talent development/management practices and engagement/retention Change agent to foster a more inclusive work environment Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously Willing to travel 20-25% Education: BA or similar education preferred Role Location: London, England (Preferred but open)COVID-19 ConsiderationsWe value the safety of each member of our community because we know were all in this together. In many locations, which may change over time, weve implemented a virtual hiring process and continue to interview candidates by video or phone. In addition, in some locations, only individuals who have been fully vaccinated will be permitted inside Mastercard offices until further notice. In the US, Mastercard is a government contractor, which may legally require most Mastercard employees to be vaccinated unless a verified approved medical or religious exemption is granted. Further, we are currently making every effort towards having employees return to work in the office 2 days per week, if that makes sense for their team. Everyone must be vaccinated to enter Mastercard offices at this time. Therefore, we expect all candidates to be vaccinated or to be approved for a medical or religious accommodation prior to commencing work at Mastercard.Corporate Security ResponsibilityAll activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must: * Abide by Mastercards security policies and practices; * Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed; * Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and * Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercards guidelines.Requisition ID:R-159544

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