About
The MasterCard Foundation
The MasterCard Foundation
Mastercard
Foundation is a global foundation based in Toronto, Canada. Our programs
promote financial inclusion and advance youth learning in Africa. The
Foundation was established in 2006 through the generosity of Mastercard when it
became a public company. From inception, the Foundation was designed to be a
separate entity and independent from Mastercard. Our policies, operations and
funding decisions are made by our President and Board of Directors.
Foundation is a global foundation based in Toronto, Canada. Our programs
promote financial inclusion and advance youth learning in Africa. The
Foundation was established in 2006 through the generosity of Mastercard when it
became a public company. From inception, the Foundation was designed to be a
separate entity and independent from Mastercard. Our policies, operations and
funding decisions are made by our President and Board of Directors.
The
Foundation believes that every person has the p
Foundation believes that every person has the p
otential to transform their
lives and improve the lives of their families and communities. The Foundation
collaborates with partners to advance sustainable and scalable solutions in
microfinance and youth learning, focusing on countries that face high rates of
poverty and growing numbers of out-of-school youth. Much of this work will be
accomplished by building strong institutions in developing countries –
particularly Africa – and investing in robust evaluation and learning agendas.
The
Foundation values innovative and fresh thinking as it strives to become a
global thought-leader. Its work is achieved by a strategic, nimble and highly
entrepreneurial team with a proactive and results-oriented approach to its
philanthropic activities. The organization’s culture is shaped by people who
are driven and passionate about the Foundation’s mission.
Foundation values innovative and fresh thinking as it strives to become a
global thought-leader. Its work is achieved by a strategic, nimble and highly
entrepreneurial team with a proactive and results-oriented approach to its
philanthropic activities. The organization’s culture is shaped by people who
are driven and passionate about the Foundation’s mission.
COUNTRY
OFFICE IN KIGALI, RWANDA
OFFICE IN KIGALI, RWANDA
Mastercard
Foundation is opening an office in Rwanda to support two new initiatives:
Foundation is opening an office in Rwanda to support two new initiatives:
Rwanda
Employment and Enterprise Development Initiative (REEDI) will increase
productive employment for young people; expand access to financial inclusion
for tourism related businesses and improve the capabilities of, and
coordination between, key stakeholders, in the tourism and hospitality
industry; and,
Employment and Enterprise Development Initiative (REEDI) will increase
productive employment for young people; expand access to financial inclusion
for tourism related businesses and improve the capabilities of, and
coordination between, key stakeholders, in the tourism and hospitality
industry; and,
Secondary
Education Teachers’ Initiative which seeks to improve the quality of
teaching and learning in secondary schools.
Education Teachers’ Initiative which seeks to improve the quality of
teaching and learning in secondary schools.
Having
a presence in Kigali will provide an opportunity to oversee the management and
implementation of the two initiatives. It will help drive the country-level
coordination of all Foundation programs and represent the Foundation at a
country level in close liaison with senior management in Toronto, Canada.
a presence in Kigali will provide an opportunity to oversee the management and
implementation of the two initiatives. It will help drive the country-level
coordination of all Foundation programs and represent the Foundation at a
country level in close liaison with senior management in Toronto, Canada.
THE
CENTRE
CENTRE
The
Centre for Innovative Teaching and Learning in ICT will be managed by
Mastercard Foundation and will benefit from being in close proximity to a
like-minded African institution in Rwanda to benefit from cross fertilization
of ideas and to gain operational efficiencies.
Centre for Innovative Teaching and Learning in ICT will be managed by
Mastercard Foundation and will benefit from being in close proximity to a
like-minded African institution in Rwanda to benefit from cross fertilization
of ideas and to gain operational efficiencies.
The
Centre will spark innovation and promote promising practices in the use of ICT
for teaching and learning through a range of activities targeted at education
leaders, practitioners and innovators from across Africa.
Centre will spark innovation and promote promising practices in the use of ICT
for teaching and learning through a range of activities targeted at education
leaders, practitioners and innovators from across Africa.
The
Centre will foster ICT innovations by working with innovators and ICT
entrepreneurs and will share best practices and advance research to disseminate
“what works” in ICT policy and practice. The Centre will also develop and
host multiple sessions each year with a range of ICT players from across the
continent.
Centre will foster ICT innovations by working with innovators and ICT
entrepreneurs and will share best practices and advance research to disseminate
“what works” in ICT policy and practice. The Centre will also develop and
host multiple sessions each year with a range of ICT players from across the
continent.
THE
POSITION
POSITION
Reporting
to the Director Education and Learning, the Manager for the Center will play an
integral role in bringing the Centre to life. The Manager will have overall
responsibility for both launching the Centre and leading its ongoing
operations. This role is ideal for an entrepreneurial leader who is
comfortable developing and launching programs. Someone with start- up
experience who has experience juggling a range of duties from managing a
dynamic physical space to executing creative programming for a diverse range of
audiences.
to the Director Education and Learning, the Manager for the Center will play an
integral role in bringing the Centre to life. The Manager will have overall
responsibility for both launching the Centre and leading its ongoing
operations. This role is ideal for an entrepreneurial leader who is
comfortable developing and launching programs. Someone with start- up
experience who has experience juggling a range of duties from managing a
dynamic physical space to executing creative programming for a diverse range of
audiences.
The
Manager will work collaboratively with members of the Foundation team in Rwanda
and Toronto to lead the development and implementation of the Centre as part of
the Secondary Education Teachers Initiative. They will ensure the visibility of
the initiative through high level engagement in the field. The Manager will
promote the highest standard of program management and leadership in accordance
with the vision, mission and guiding principles of the Mastercard Foundation.
Manager will work collaboratively with members of the Foundation team in Rwanda
and Toronto to lead the development and implementation of the Centre as part of
the Secondary Education Teachers Initiative. They will ensure the visibility of
the initiative through high level engagement in the field. The Manager will
promote the highest standard of program management and leadership in accordance
with the vision, mission and guiding principles of the Mastercard Foundation.
Specific
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Develop,
lead and manage the Centre for Innovative Teaching and Learning in ICT in
Rwanda. - Support
the strategic development and evaluation of all aspects of the Centre. - Work
closely with the Toronto team to configure and maintain the physical space
for the Centre. - Build
and maintain strong relationships with the host institution and leverage
their skills and capabilities. - Develop
and manage a detailed work plan for Centre activities. - Partner
with senior management in Toronto to establish and manage a budget for the
Centre. - Plan,
execute and manage a broad range of Centre activities including
convening’s, funding innovations and developing a virtual platform. - Manage
and develop Centre staff, over time, to achieve the objectives of the
Centre. - Provide
expertise and technical support to the initiative to improve teaching and
learning in Africa. - Work
collaboratively with colleagues on the Country team and other Foundation
staff to advance the broader Secondary Education Teachers Initiative. - Work
with others in the Foundation to build and manage relationships and liaise
with partners, employers, community and key stakeholders relevant to the
Foundation’s portfolio in Rwanda. - Build
and manage relationships with thought leaders and global stakeholders in
the field to increase the Foundation’s knowledge base, visibility and
contribution to teacher development initiatives in Africa and beyond. - Communicate
progress and learnings from the Centre internally across the Foundation
and externally with partners, policy makers and collaborators in the
field. - Maintain
an up-to-date knowledge base on emergent trends and issues that are geared
towards improving teaching and learning in ICT and to build the reputation
of the Centre and broader program. - Build
from knowledge of start-ups to continually shape and grow the Centre. - Engage
with and support the work of the Initiative Working Group. - Other
duties as required.
Skills,
Qualifications, and Experience
Qualifications, and Experience
- Master’s
degree or higher in international education and/or teacher training and
development. - Minimum
of six (6) years’ experience in the education sector, including teacher
professional development. - Minimum
of three (3) years’ experience leading and managing a team. - Greater
consideration will be given to individuals working or living in Rwanda. - Experience
with business start-ups will be given greater consideration. - Strong
understanding of education policy, practice and issues across the
continent. - Experience
with integration of technology in education and educational technology
(EdTech) hubs. - Experience
and knowledge in using ICT for teaching and learning technology. - Experience
with running and managing a space such as a school or conference centre. - A
successful track record of leading and managing programs and building
partnerships. - Substantive
knowledge of key issues and emerging trends and barriers in teacher
education. - Excellent
prioritization and time management skills with strong attention to detail. - Demonstrated
strong organizational skills in a multi-cultural setting. - Superior
written and verbal communication and presentation skills in English. - Ability
to set and achieve clear objectives and deadlines to meet deliverables. - Proficient
computer skills including Word, Excel and PowerPoint. - Comfortable
with ambiguity, receptive to new ideas and is also willing to change when
presented with best options. - Act
as a change agent to drive innovation forward by fostering collaboration
with cross functional groups and teams. - Demonstrated
high degree of interpersonal skills with the ability to manage
relationships at all levels both internally and externally. - Ability
to formulate and develop new or creative approaches to problems and
inspires others on the team to do so as well. - Professional
maturity and sensitivity to working within different cultures. - Impeccable
integrity as demonstrated through solid judgement.
BENEFITS
AND COMPENSATION
AND COMPENSATION
The
Foundation offers an excellent benefits package and a salary that is
commensurate with experience.
Foundation offers an excellent benefits package and a salary that is
commensurate with experience.
LOCATION
This
position is located at the Foundation’s office in Kigali, Rwanda.
position is located at the Foundation’s office in Kigali, Rwanda.
TO
APPLY
APPLY
Applications
will be accepted on a rolling basis, with the position beginning immediately.
will be accepted on a rolling basis, with the position beginning immediately.
Please
email your resume along with a cover letter explaining your interest in the
position to humanresources@mastercardfdn.org,
indicating “Manager, Center for Innovative Teaching and Learning in ICT” in the
subject line of your email. All applications are appreciated; however, please
note that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
email your resume along with a cover letter explaining your interest in the
position to humanresources@mastercardfdn.org,
indicating “Manager, Center for Innovative Teaching and Learning in ICT” in the
subject line of your email. All applications are appreciated; however, please
note that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
