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Manager of Government Affairs and Policy

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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

Overview:
The Manager of Government Affairs and Policy for the Government and Policy (GAP) team will play a critical role in supporting all aspects of the team’s work on global issues, including managing projects, conducting research, organizing events, maintaining relationships, writing internal and external content, and building partnerships. This role will sit on the expanded Office of Government Engagement team in Washington, DC and report directly to the Government Engagement Head and Chief of Staff of the Chief Government Affairs and Policy Officer.

Role:
Draft briefers, talking points, geopolitical analysis, and background materials prior to various advocacy engagements.
Support and track policy issues and the GAP team’s engagement with consultants, trade associations, think tanks, and other third-party groups.
Conduct research and provide analysis of key policy issues or developments that could affect the payments industry around the world.
Provide organizational support for the GAP team, including management of shared team resources and routine internal reporting requirements.
Support event planning for visiting Mastercard executives and external VIP partners and help coordinate site visits.
Leverage the latest technology, stakeholder management, and policy research tools effectively.

All About You:
Experience working in the public, private, or not-for-profit sectors, ideally with a focus on foreign policy, international trade, or international business issues.
Experience working on policy and business issues in the private sector or in government preferred.
Outstanding written, oral, and interpersonal communications skills.
Proven track record to manage priorities effectively and efficiently in a challenging, fast-paced environment while meeting key deadlines.
Outstanding professional poise and maturity when interacting with internal or external colleagues at every level, all of the time.
Strong analytical skills, with demonstrated ability to conduct research, synthesize complex concepts, and prepare briefings for senior leadership, including written memos and presentations.
Demonstrated project management, organization, and execution skills with strong ability to manage deliverables and deadlines for multiple initiatives and teams.
Demonstrated interest in public policy, technology, current events, and the role of the private sector in the digital economy.

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 reasonable_accommodation@mastercard.com 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 based on location, experience and other qualifications for the role and may be eligible for an annual bonus or commissions depending on the role. 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 new parent leave, up to 20 paid days bereavement leave), 10 annual paid sick days, 10 or more annual paid vacation days based on level, 5 personal days, 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, gender-inclusive benefits and many more.

Pay Ranges

Washington, District of Columbia: $151,000 - $241,000 USD

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What You Should Know About Manager of Government Affairs and Policy, Mastercard

Join Mastercard as the Manager of Government Affairs and Policy and become an integral part of our Government and Policy (GAP) team in Washington, DC. Here, you will be working on global issues that directly impact our economy and empower people across various markets. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include drafting essential briefers and talking points while offering geopolitical analysis to support advocacy engagements. You'll have the opportunity to conduct research, staying on top of key policy developments in the payments industry, and maintain relationships with consultants, trade associations, and think tanks. Your organizational skills will shine as you manage shared team resources and assist in planning events for Mastercard executives and VIP partners. We are looking for someone with experience in public, private, or not-for-profit sectors who has a keen interest in foreign policy or international trade. Your outstanding communication skills and analytical talent will be pivotal in helping to synthesize complex concepts into clear presentations and reports for senior leadership. At Mastercard, we appreciate diversity and offer a merit-based, inclusive work environment where your contributions will truly make a difference. If you're passionate about public policy and the role of technology in the economy, this might just be the opportunity you've been waiting for!

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What are the primary responsibilities of the Manager of Government Affairs and Policy at Mastercard?

The Manager of Government Affairs and Policy at Mastercard plays a pivotal role in supporting the GAP team by managing various projects, conducting in-depth research, and organizing key advocacy events. This includes drafting briefs and talking points, tracking policy issues, and coordinating with external partners to ensure effective engagement on critical policy matters impacting the payments industry.