The Director will lead Mastercard's sustainability initiatives focusing on Environmental Social and Governance strategies including tree restoration and community impact projects while managing partnerships and communication strategies.

Our Purpose
Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices making transactions secure simple smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.
Title and Summary
Director Center for Inclusive Growth
Overview - Sustainability at Mastercard:
At Mastercard we are focused on building an inclusive sustainable digital economy where everyone has an opportunity to reach their potential. We see firsthand how our commitment to environmental and social responsibility - and our core value of operating ethically and responsibly and with decency - is directly connected to our continuing success as a business. We recognize that Mastercard cannot succeed in a failing world. We thrive when economies thrive and a successful economy is sustainable only when it is inclusive and when prosperity is shared.
We are building a sustainable world that unlocks priceless possibilities for all by focusing on the following key areas of impact:• Environmental Stewardship: Responsibly managing our environmental footprint and creating environmentally conscious solutions• Inclusive Growth: Creating a more inclusive world through our products programs and partnerships • Our People and Culture: Leveraging our core values to make our company the place where
the best people choose to be • Ethical and Responsible Standards: Acting responsibly and with integrity guided by the highest standards of ethical behavior
Position Overview
Mastercard is currently seeking a Manager to join the Sustainability team to support execution of our Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) strategy and in particular environmental initiatives including our commitment to restoring 100 million trees globally through our Priceless Planet Coalition (PPC).
Responsibilities include supporting the following strategic priorities: • Deployment of Priceless Planet Coalition implementation strategy with non-profit partners including project evaluation and selection financial and impact reporting and other governance/administration functions• Documentation of end-to-end PPC program design for internal governance purposes• Internal and external communications strategy to build awareness of PPC program mission and climate community and biodiversity impacts achieved through individual projects and at the program level • New PPC partner onboarding and regional go-to-market requirements evaluation including campaigns fund raising and other considerations• Oversight of marketing/communications and thought leadership efforts related to PPC and other environmental initiatives ensuring positioning is aligned with ESG priorities and quality standards • Employee engagement framework to drive adoption of ESG principles at the business and individual level positioning it as an enterprise-wide strategic growth driver• External communications and industry events that support Mastercard's role as a corporate leader on critical ESG matters and elevate our reputation for progressing an inclusive sustainable digital economy• Ad-hoc initiatives in support of Sustainability team cross-functional workstreams internally and externally to ensure effective and efficient operations as needed
All About You• Knowledge and understanding of ESG initiatives standards and trends especially those relevant to technology industry• Knowledge and understanding of global environmental issues landscape including climate change and the role of private sector in addressing these challenges• Proven track record of project management and execution with ability to manage deliverables and deadlines for multiple initiatives across teams • Ability to navigate complex environments to execute tasks address issues creatively and respond to requests in a timely manner• Experience supporting internal and external communications teams and executing marketing or media campaigns in support of individual initiatives as well as corporate-wide strategy• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail • Ability to communicate effectively with senior management• Ability to establish string working relationships across functions to facilitate collaboration and information sharing• Experience working with non-profit organizations preferred but not required
Mastercard is a merit-based inclusive equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender gender identity sexual orientation race ethnicity disabled or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We hire the most qualified candidate for the role. In the US or Canada if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process please contact [email protected] and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Do not include any medical or health information in this email. The Reasonable Accommodations team will respond to your email promptly.
Corporate Security Responsibility
All 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 Mastercard's 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 Mastercard's guidelines.

In line with Mastercard's total compensation philosophy and assuming that the job will be performed in the US the successful candidate will be offered a competitive base salary and may be eligible for an annual bonus or commissions depending on the role. The base salary offered may vary depending on multiple factors including but not limited to location job-related knowledge skills and experience. Mastercard benefits for full time (and certain part time) employees generally include: insurance (including medical prescription drug dental vision disability life insurance); flexible spending account and health savings account; paid leaves (including 16 weeks of new parent leave and up to 20 days of bereavement leave); 80 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time 25 days of vacation time and 5 personal days pro-rated based on date of hire; 10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays; 401k with a best-in-class company match; deferred compensation for eligible roles; fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities; eligibility for tuition reimbursement; and many more. Mastercard benefits for interns generally include: 56 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time; jury duty leave; and on-site fitness facilities in some locations.
Pay Ranges
Purchase New York: $172000 - $283000 USD
Washington District of Columbia: $173000 - $283000 USD