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Washington, United States Visa Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany Description

Visa is a world leader in payments and technology, with over 259 billion payments transactions flowing safely between consumers, merchants, financial institutions, and government entities in more than 200 countries and territories each year. Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable, and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses, and economies to thrive while driven by a common purpose – to uplift everyone, everywhere by being the best way to pay and be paid.

Make an impact with a purpose-driven industry leader. Join us today and experience Life at Visa.

Job Description

Overview

The Visa Economic Empowerment Institute (VEEI) is a global research and policy center that aims to address the challenges and opportunities of digital transformation for everyone, everywhere. The VEEI conducts rigorous research, engages with policymakers and practitioners, and develops solutions to advance economic empowerment and inclusion.

 

Responsibilities

  • Produce high-quality research outputs on topics that include but are not limited to digital transformation, financial inclusion, and economic development.
  • Support the development and implement a research agenda and strategy that aligns with the VEEI's objectives.
  • Oversee the design, execution, and dissemination of research projects, ensuring that they meet the highest standards of academic rigor, and policy relevance.
  • Contribute to the VEEI's organizational development and strategic planning.
  • Demonstrate clear understanding of the payment policy environment.
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with internal and/or external stakeholders to ensure research agenda is aligned and disseminated to relevant audiences.
  • Stay updated on the latest developments and trends in the research field and identify new opportunities and challenges for the organization.

 

This is a hybrid position. Hybrid employees can alternate time between both remote and office. Employees in hybrid roles are expected to work from the office 2-3 set days a week (determined by leadership/site), with a general guidepost of being in the office 50% or more of the time based on business needs.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications
• 10 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or at least 8
years of work experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters/
MBA/JD/MD) or at least 3 years of work experience with a PhD

Preferred Qualifications
• 12 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or 8-10 years of
experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 6+ years
of work experience with a PhD
• Flexible, positive and results-oriented attitude works well with changing
timelines and priorities and can proactively manage up. Works with a sense of
urgency and makes efforts to motivate others towards common goals
• Experience leading research projects from ideation phase to final publication
• Ability to create and present new knowledge independently, as part of a cross-
functional team, or by managing an external consultant
• Outstanding written and verbal communications skills
• Proficiency with quantitative research methods
• Familiarity with data visualization software
• Knowledge of financial services, digital payments, regulation and public policy
• Demonstrated ability to gather and synthesize complex information, make
sound tactical decisions, and communicate such information in a clear, simple
way to a variety of audiences, ranging from senior executives to junior
employees
• A strong expertise and knowledge of the issues and challenges related to
digital transformation, financial inclusion, and economic development,
especially in emerging and developing markets.
• Demonstrated leadership, management, and interpersonal skills
• Life-long learner with a passion for tacking complex challenges
• Business acumen and the ability to navigate a corporate environment
• International experience strongly preferred



Additional Information

Work Hours: Varies upon the needs of the department.

Travel Requirements: This position requires travel 5-10% of the time.

Mental/Physical Requirements: This position will be performed in an office setting.  The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers.

Visa is an EEO Employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.  Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.

Visa will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable local law, including the requirements of Article 49 of the San Francisco Police Code.

U.S. APPLICANTS ONLY: The estimated salary range for a new hire into this position is 147,400.00 to 213,800.00 USD per year, which may include potential sales incentive payments (if applicable). Salary may vary depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this position may be eligible for bonus and equity. Visa has a comprehensive benefits package for which this position may be eligible that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 (k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness Program.