Freelance Grant Writer / Researcher

Singapore, Singapore

Job Description


Impact Investment Exchange (IIX) is the pioneer in the impact investing movement and a global leader in
sustainability. We have transformed the financial system so that women, the environment and underserved
communities are final y given a value and a voice in the global market. Over the past decade, we have built the
world\'s largest crowdfunding platform for impact investing (Impact Partners), operated award-winning enterprise
technical assistance programs, created innovative financial products such as the Women\'s Livelihood Bond\xe2\x84\xa2 Series
and established an Impact Institute and Research & Advisory to build the sustainable investing market. To date, our
work has spanned 57 countries, unlocked US$295 mil ion of private-sector capital, positively impacted over 159
mil ion direct and household lives, and avoided over 1.83 million tons of carbon. The foundation of I X\'s work is IIX
Values\xe2\x84\xa2, an innovative impact verification solution for every organization, which effectively measures the social and
environmental impact of an investment and gives value to the voices of the underserved. In 2022, I X launched the
Orange Bond Initiative\xe2\x84\xa2 to unlock $10 bil ion in the capital markets by 2030 and impact 100 mil ion women in the
last mile. The recent issuance of the Women\'s Livelihood Bond\xe2\x84\xa2 5 is now officially listed on the Singapore Exchange
(SGX) as the world\'s first Orange Bond. IIX\'s numerous awards for its work include the Oslo Business for Peace Award,
the P4G State-of-the-art Partnership award, the UN Global Climate Action Award and most recently the
Environmental Finance\'s Award for Innovation.
For more information, please visit www.i xglobal.com.
About a career with IIX:

You wil join a highly effective team that wil provide you with an un-paral eled hands-on exposure to the Impact
Investing and Social Finance space. You thrive in tackling development issues and excel in creating solutions using
structured strategies and innovative programs that address the world\'s most pressing problems, from food security
to inclusive finance to clean energy. You aim to become a global development leader and to get make a measurable
difference through your work.
When you join I X, you embark on a rewarding career in which we are heavily invested in your professional
development as we wil build on your strengths and help you gain new skil s with training, coaching, encouragement
and guiding you in the right direction guidance. The skil s you obtain and the exposure to the rapidly growing impact
investing space wil be invaluable as you advance in your career.
To be a successful member of the I X team, you should exhibit PREM:

  • Passionate: Commitment to social finance and impact investing as a path to unlock society\'s potential to effect
social change is essential for a happy and successful tenure at I X.
  • Resilient: Similar to our enterprises working in emerging markets, our IIX team members have strong mental and
emotional fortitude and are able to recover quickly from difficulties or setbacks. We look for people with an
adaptable and positive attitude and strong sense of self-worth, which enables them to move forward and
continue to strive for their goals even in the face of adversity.
  • Equitable: At I X, we manage toward impact maximization and produce measurable and transparent returns -
both social and financial. These results strengthen the ecosystem and transform existing realities by helping
impact enterprises magnify their impact and scale. We are fair and impartial in our actions and ensure that we
make objective and unbiased decisions based on facts and impact.
  • Maverick: While IIX is a seasoned stakeholder in the impact enterprise and impact investing space in Asia, we
pride ourselves on creating new opportunities. We look for people with an independent and unorthodox
approach to thinking and behaving. If you are someone who is non-conformist, innovative, and independent,
often going against the grain, does not like fol owing the crowd and is not afraid to express your own opinions,
we want you.

Some of our clients include foundations such as the Rockefel er Foundation and Bank of America-Merril Lynch
Foundation, corporations such as Standard Chartered Bank and KKR, international non-profits such as Oxfam and
World Vision, multilateral institutions such as the Asian Development Bank, UN Agencies such as UNDP, and
government development agencies such as USAID and SIDA.

About the role:
We are looking for seasoned Management Consultant, Corporate Finance or M&A personnel with experience
working at a Corporate Finance, Professional Services or M&A advisory practice, at an investment bank, boutique
advisory or professional services firm. You must be able to demonstrate you have run and executed multiple
transactions successful y. There is a significant emphasis on entrepreneurial spirit, honesty, integrity and ability to
generate substantial value on joining the company.

Ideal y, you should have experience with deal advisory and is able to help the Company realize the potential of
mergers, acquisitions and divestitures. We are looking for a candidate who can manage the entire deal continuum,
from strategy formulation, deal origination, transaction support and finance raising, to post deal integration and exit.
You must be able to present and communicate effectively, able to manage stress and multiple projects, and is flexible
and good at multi-tasking.
It wil be ideal to have a demonstrable impact investing experience.
Responsibilities include:
  • Providing valuations and financial analysis through model ing, including the design, review and assessment
of financial model
  • Able to individual y leading transactions, including conducting pre-deal and confirmatory due diligence
  • Good project management skil s, able to independently handle due diligence and advisors interactions
  • Creating management presentations, teasers, pitch books, etc.
  • Liaise with external counterparties (lawyers, financial advisors, accountants, etc.)
Required qualifications:
  • At least 8+ years of relevant work experience; preferably with experience working at a Corporate Finance,
Professional Services or M&A advisory practice, at an investment bank, boutique advisory or professional
services firm
  • An MBA, MPA, Masters in Economics or Public Policy or equivalent
  • Col aboration and Relationship Management - Given our flat structure, the candidate should be an
accomplished team player capable of managing senior relationships inside and outside of the Company up
to CEO level.
  • Able to demonstrate an entrepreneurial mindset; or have operational experience working in or with
growth-stage enterprises
  • Wil have attention to details and very analytical; and is happy to rol sleeves up and demonstrate a hands-
on works style.
  • Is able to demonstrate direct and indirect people & team management & leadership experience.
  • Strong financial model ing and power point skil s to prepare business plans.
  • Able to present and communicate effectively, able to manage stress and multiple projects and is good at
multi-tasking
  • Have the ability to comprehend business patterns and resolve problems
The Company is headquartered in Singapore but the role can be based remotely outside of Singapore, ideal y in the
Asia time zone. This is a contract role for 3 months.
Submission: Please submit a resume, cover letter, your col ege/university transcripts and relevant work samples for
similar projects to jobs@i xglobal.com. Qualified candidates wil be considered and contacted by a member of the
IIX team for an interview to discuss your skil s, interest and experiences. You wil also be requested to complete a
writing exercise. IIX is an equal opportunity employer. Only candidates who are excel ent writers, critical thinkers

Impact Investment Exchange

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  • Job Id
    JD1403187
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
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  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Singapore, Singapore
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