Senior Associate/avp, Strategic Initiatives

Singapore, Singapore

Job Description


is a pioneer in the global impact investing movement, dedicated to reshaping
finance for sustainable development with a focus on gender equality and climate action through capital
mobilization and data-based solutions. For over a decade and a half, we\'ve been building the sustainable
investing market, from establishing the world\'s largest crowdfunding platform for impact investing ), operating award-winning enterprise technical assistance programs, creating innovative financial
products such as th (listed 6 bonds in the public market with zero credit
default) and establishing a an While we are very deep with our work in
Asia, the Pacific, and Africa, our work spans 60 countries globally where we have invested close to $500 million
of private-sector capital, positively impacted over 160 million direct and household lives, and avoided over 1.9
million metric tons of carbon and have collected over 90,000+ data points on sustainable micro, small and
medium enterprises (MSMEs). The base of IIX\'s work , an impact verification tech solution
measuring investments\' social and environmental impact to the last mile, amplifying the voices of the
underserved. In 2022, we, along with global partners, launched th and, within that,
created a new asset class, to demonstrate the intersectionality of gender equality and climate
action and unlock $10 billion in capital markets by 2030, impacting 100 million women, girls, and gender
minorities and making them a key player in climate mitigation and adaptation efforts. In 2024, we unveiled our
global data hub , which aggregates, evaluates, and benchmarks data from sustainable MSMEs,
offering unparalleled insights into gender diversity, climate action, ESG performance, and community risk
management. IIX Intelligence demonstrates with data the importance of MSMEs as a backbone of sustainable
development. Numerous accolades, including the Oslo Business for Peace and the UN Global Climate Action
Award, have recognized our efforts. Our team\'s values-passion, resilience, equity, and mavericks-
propel our efforts, bringing meaningful change to Global South communities and the 99%.For more information about IIX, please visAbout a career with IIX:You will join a highly effective team that will provide you with an un-paralleled 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
measureable difference through your work.When you join IIX, you embark on a rewarding career in which we are heavily invested in your professional
development as we will build on your strengths and help you gain new skills with training, coaching,
encouragement and guiding you in the right direction guidance. The skills you obtain and the exposure to the
rapidly growing impact investing space will be invaluable as you advance in your career.To be a successful member of the IIX team, you should exhibit PREM:

  • Passionate: Commitment to social finance and impact investing to unlock society\'s potential to effect social
change is essential for a happy and successful tenure at IIX.
  • Resilient: Similar to our enterprises working in emerging markets, our IIX team members have strong mental
and emotional fortitude and is able to recover quickly from difficulties or setbacks. We look for people with
an adaptable and positive attitude and a 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 IIX, 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 non-conformist, innovative, and independent, often going
against the grain, does not like following the crowd, and is not afraid to express your own opinions, we want
you.Some of our clients include foundations such as the Rockefeller Foundation and Bank of America-Merrill 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:As an AVP/VP of Strategic Initiatives, you will be responsible for identifying opportunities, working on strategies
and developing project and program proposals. You will also be recommending solutions, implementing project
plans, fostering external partnerships, and working on initiatives to meet the objectives and priorities of the
company. The position is responsible for project management; from planning to implementation and monitoring
of partnership projects, to ensure the objectives of the Company will be carried out efficiently and effectively.
The position will collaborate across numerous departments of IIX.The broad areas of work will include:
  • Grow and develop strategic initiatives and get involved in organization-wide operational efforts such as
partnership development;
  • Support the Senior leader in developing proposals for product development and advisory assignments;
  • Cultivate and close relationships with individual partners to enhance IIX\'s visibility, access, and
influence, while developing a broader platform for further pipeline building;
  • Create and direct new business opportunities;
  • Develop an understanding of IIX\'s strategy and preferred approach for partnerships and program
fundraising;
  • Help and assist the senior leaders in identifying new markets and identifying potential growth
opportunities within existing and for new markets;
  • Assist Senior leaders and CEO with strategy and relevant materials for meetings.
  • Develop tactical action plans with assigned projects to address key business needs, measure and track
results in line with the corporate strategy;
  • Participate in meetings with the senior leaders together with high-level stakeholders and partners;
  • Assist the senior leaders in creating business plans and proposals (for new business ideas) and review
data to monitor progress across their business initiatives; and
  • Any other duties as determined by the senior management related to company growth
Qualifications & Requirements:
  • A degree in business, marketing, engineering or a related field (Master\'s degree is preferred)
  • At least 4 to 5 years of relevant work experience.
  • Experience working in management consulting and/or technology startups is preferred
  • Operational experience: Experience handling operations for working in or with growth-stage enterprises
  • Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to adapt to senior management\'s
working styles, able to work across teams in collaboration.
  • Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven and customer-centric
mindset
  • Able to do market research, and understand the product development process
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively articulate complex
ideas
  • Strong business acumen and understanding of market dynamics, customer needs, and competitive
landscape
  • Experience in the finance and/or sustainability industry is highly desirable

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1417195
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Singapore, Singapore
  • Education
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