Global Social Impact & Purpose Specialist

at  Nasdaq

The Purpose and Impact Associate/ Specialist will help coordinate our organization-wide approach to embedding Purpose within and throughout Nasdaq. This individual will coordinate cross-functional efforts to drive engagement with people at all levels of the organization to make ‘living the Nasdaq Purpose’ tangible.
Job Description:

The Purpose and Impact Associate/ Specialist will play a key role in developing and managing purpose and social impact programs and partnerships with our nonprofit and for-profit partners around the world, and will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination of volunteer opportunities, employee giving, and managing the data systems.

• Support the deployment of a program of actions, processes, behaviors and structures to embed Purpose at Nasdaq.
• Convene internal stakeholders from across Nasdaq, including Human Resources, Internal Communications, Purpose team colleagues and others, as necessary, to connect Nasdaq’s Purpose to employees throughout the company and weave purpose through key corporate moments.
• Leverage existing channels to showcase purpose-led employee action.
• Design, develop and implement programs to support the organization’s corporate social responsibility and community engagement projects.
• Serve as the primary contact for nonprofit and special project partners working with Nasdaq Purpose Initiative and Foundation programs
• Manage all day-to-day communications with partners, including processing project requests, sharing opportunities, and updating project information in our database
• Address any issues with partners, and elevate issues as appropriate
• Ensure accurate, detailed, current information about projects is available to Purpose Leadership
• Meet regularly with program partners to ensure high quality program delivery
• Regularly assess new partnerships and opportunities to expand current programs and partnerships
• Use specific marketing strategies and/or media to launch and position products and services.
• With other marketing and technical teams, manage information on our website, and regularly monitoring social and web content for opportunities to improve communications; serve as primary implementation manager for projects in place
• Work in tandem with program and executive team to ensure projects are led, filled, and meet the needs of all stakeholders
• In close partnership with Purpose leadership team, identify and implement growth opportunities for program offerings, including opportunities to work with our partners in new ways, and continuing to develop special initiatives
• Support in the implementation of special events
• Support special projects and initiatives as needed

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of relevant experience and bachelor’s degree
• Demonstrated interest in the nonprofit sector and corporate social responsibility
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage many moving projects at once
• Advanced communication and interpersonal skills and experience working in a hybrid environment
• Interest and ability to work as part of a small team in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to take initiative and work independently on projects
• Demonstrated proactive approach to problem solving
• Experience participating in or leading service-learning work
• Passion for community-based development

Nice to have:

• Hybrid work experience
• Another language (Swedish, Spanish, Lithuanian, English, Danish, etc.)

Come as You Are
Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, color, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.
What We Offer
We’re proud to offer a competitive rewards package that is meaningful, recognizes the unique needs of our employees and their families and incentivizes employees for their contribution to Nasdaq’s overall success.
The base pay range for this role is $74,800 - $124,600. In addition to base salary, Nasdaq provides a generous annual bonus/commission (short-term incentive), and equity (long-term incentive), comprehensive benefits, and opportunity for growth. Exact compensation may vary based on several job-related factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to: skill set, experience, education/training, business needs and market demands.

Nasdaq’s programs and rewards are intended to allow our employees to:

• Secure Wealth: 401(k) program with 6% employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Program with 15% discount, Student loan repayment program up to $10k, Company paid life and disability plans, Generous paid time off
• Prioritize Health: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, Health spending account with employer contribution, Paid flex days to support mental wellbeing, Gym membership discounts
• Care for Family: Hybrid home/office schedule (for most positions), Paid parental leave, Fertility benefits, Paid bereavement leave
• Connect with Community: Company gift matching program, Employee resource groups, Paid volunteer days
• Grow Career: Education Assistance Program, Robust job skills training and Professional development opportunities

For more information, visit
Nasdaq Benefits & Rewards Career page

• Support the deployment of a program of actions, processes, behaviors and structures to embed Purpose at Nasdaq.
• Convene internal stakeholders from across Nasdaq, including Human Resources, Internal Communications, Purpose team colleagues and others, as necessary, to connect Nasdaq’s Purpose to employees throughout the company and weave purpose through key corporate moments.
• Leverage existing channels to showcase purpose-led employee action.
• Design, develop and implement programs to support the organization’s corporate social responsibility and community engagement projects.
• Serve as the primary contact for nonprofit and special project partners working with Nasdaq Purpose Initiative and Foundation programs
• Manage all day-to-day communications with partners, including processing project requests, sharing opportunities, and updating project information in our database
• Address any issues with partners, and elevate issues as appropriate
• Ensure accurate, detailed, current information about projects is available to Purpose Leadership
• Meet regularly with program partners to ensure high quality program delivery
• Regularly assess new partnerships and opportunities to expand current programs and partnerships
• Use specific marketing strategies and/or media to launch and position products and services.
• With other marketing and technical teams, manage information on our website, and regularly monitoring social and web content for opportunities to improve communications; serve as primary implementation manager for projects in place
• Work in tandem with program and executive team to ensure projects are led, filled, and meet the needs of all stakeholders
• In close partnership with Purpose leadership team, identify and implement growth opportunities for program offerings, including opportunities to work with our partners in new ways, and continuing to develop special initiatives
• Support in the implementation of special events
• Support special projects and initiatives as neede