Senior Director, Risk

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Senior Director, Risk & Resilience will be a key member of the Senior leadership team at the Mastercard Foundation, responsible for overseeing the Foundation's enterprise-wide risk management strategy across its operations in Africa and Canada. Reporting directly to the Chief Finance Officer (CFO) and with a dotted line to the Board, Audit and Risk Committee, this role is responsible for shaping, leading, and embedding a proactive, enterprise-wide risk management approach that safeguards the Foundation's mission, reputation, and resources. The individual will work with senior stakeholders across the enterprise to identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to program delivery, financial sustainability, compliance, and operational effectiveness, ensuring the Foundation's mission-driven initiatives are sustainable and compliant with local and international regulations. The ideal candidate will bring a nuanced understanding of the diverse geopolitica...