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Our PurposeMastercard 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 SummaryVice President, Policy Communications and Corporate Affairs, NAM OverviewThe North America Communications and Corporate Affairs team drives strategic communications initiatives, aligning with business priorities and shaping Mastercard’s corporate reputation. Mastercard is a global technology leader transforming the payments ecosystem, advancing economic growth, and fostering economic opportunity. This is a pivotal time for Mastercard, requiring a leader who can engage effectively in a dynamic policy landscape while advancing Mastercard’s positioning as a global leader in payments technology and innovation.RoleThe Vice President of Policy Communications and Corporate Affairs, reporting to the Senior Vice President of Communications, North America, will serve as Mastercard’s lead for U.S. policy communications and corporate affairs. This individual will oversee public policy narratives, corporate positioning, crisis and issues management, and executive visibility, ensuring cohesive and compelling engagement with key stakeholders, including policymakers, media, regulators, and customers.This role is ideal for a seasoned public affairs professional with deep expertise in Washington, D.C., coupled with corporate communications and crisis management experience. The successful candidate will leverage Mastercard’s global impact to build trusted relationships and amplify its role as a leader in payments innovation.Key ResponsibilitiesPolicy Communications

Lead Mastercard’s public policy and regulatory communications, partnering with the Washington, D.C., legal and government relations teams to articulate Mastercard’s policy positions, navigating emerging issues under a new administration and Congress.Build Mastercard’s reputation as an advocate for innovation, cyber-security, and economic development, collaborating with communications, marketing, and business unit teams.Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with policy-focused media and analysts to ensure visibility and credibility in Washington, D.C., and beyond.Collaborate with internal teams to proactively identify emerging policy issues and develop messaging and engagement strategies.Corporate Communications

Shape and enhance Mastercard’s corporate reputation by integrating policy and innovation narratives into a cohesive external strategy.Lead messaging for high-profile announcements, including new products, partnerships, and market milestones.Oversee external communications campaigns, media relations, and executive thought leadership platforms to advance Mastercard’s corporate value story.Crisis and Issues Management

Serve as a key leader in crisis communications, providing counsel to senior leadership during sensitive situations.Develop and maintain a crisis communication plan, ensuring readiness and alignment across teams during critical events.Act as a spokesperson during major issues and provide guidance on real-time messaging and engagement strategies.Executive Visibility

Strategically position senior executives as thought leaders through speaking engagements, editorial content, and social media amplification.Oversee the development of executive presentations, speeches, and opinion pieces to align with Mastercard’s innovation and policy narratives.Partner with internal teams to identify high-impact opportunities to highlight executive leadership.Team Leadership and Measurement

Partner with and inspire a team of communications professionals, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.Use measurement tools and analytics to assess the impact of communications initiatives and continuously refine strategies for optimal results.Partner with the global communications team to ensure alignment and integration of regional and global narratives.All About YouSenior-level communications professional with experience spanning corporate public affairs, agency leadership, and/or journalism.Demonstrated expertise in managing public policy communications and engaging with Washington, D.C., media and stakeholders.Proven track record in crisis and issues management, with the ability to navigate complex, high-pressure situations.Exceptional writing and storytelling skills, with the ability to create compelling content across traditional, digital, and social media channels.Strong relationships with media outlets, industry influencers, and policymakers, particularly in D.C. and New York.Experience managing teams and influencing across a matrixed organization.Entrepreneurial mindset with a curiosity for emerging trends, technologies, and business challenges.Excellent interpersonal and diplomatic skills, capable of building trust and consensus among diverse stakeholders.Corporate Security ResponsibilityEvery person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security. All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks come with an inherent risk to the organization and therefore, it is expected that the successful candidate for this position 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;Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard’s guidelines.Salary range : $193,000-309,000. Mastercard is an 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.In the US or Canada, if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process, please contact 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.Pay RangesWashington, District of Columbia: $193,000 - $309,000 USD

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