Associate Vice President, Program & Business Development

Job description

Impact Investment Exchange (IIX) is a pioneer in impact investing, dedicated to reshaping finance for sustainable development. Over the past 15+ years, IIX has built the sustainable investing market through: Capital Mobilization – Including the Women’s Livelihood Bond™ Series (6 listed bonds and growing). Enterprise Technical Assistance – Supporting impact enterprises across Asia, Africa, and the Pacific. Data & Impact Measurement – Leveraging IIX Values™, an impact verification tech solution. Global Advocacy & Innovation – Driving gender equality and climate action in financial markets through initiatives like the Orange Movement™. Our Impact: Mobilized nearly $500M in private-sector capital Positively impacted over 160 million lives Avoided over 1.9 million metric tons of carbon Collected over 90,000+ data points on sustainable MSMEs In 2024, IIX launched IIX Intelligence™, a global data hub evaluating gender diversity, ESG, and climate action among MSMEs. Our work has earned recognition from the Oslo Business for Peace Award and the UN Global Climate Action Award. About the Role IIX is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Associate Vice President (AVP)/Vice President (VP) to collaborate closely with the Indonesia Program Director for our flagship program in Indonesia, Impact Investment Readiness for Indonesia or IIRI. The successful candidate will combine expertise in research, sustainability, ESG, SME development, and regulatory analysis with strong program management and business development skills. The AVP/VP will be responsible for driving research and content development, managing program execution, building partnerships, supporting fundraising, and expanding IIX’s impact in Indonesia. This role requires strategic thinking, disciplined execution, and a strong passion for inclusive finance and sustainability. Key Responsibilities 1. Program Coordination Support the execution of the IIRI program and other initiatives for women-led and impact enterprises. Assist in coordinating program activities, including landscape study, pipeline development, enterprise support, stakeholder meetings, and logistics. Help coordinate the development and delivery of localized training program, leveraging existing IIX’s training modules and materials. Help track program progress, collect data for impact measurement (e.g., using IIX Values™), and prepare internal and donor reports. Ensure deliverables are completed on time and aligned with organizational and donor requirements. 2. Stakeholder & Partnership Support Assist in engaging with program partners such as donors, investors, government agencies, financial institutions, and local ecosystem players. Help maintain relationships with stakeholders and support partner outreach efforts. Support coordination of meetings, workshops, and forums related to impact investing and gender-lens finance. 3. Business Development & Market Support Assist in researching market trends, potential partners, and funding opportunities in sustainable finance and impact investment. Help prepare concept notes, presentations, proposals, and supporting materials for advisory, investment, or funding opportunities. Support in expanding IIX’s network in Indonesia and actively identfy potential business opportunities. Support efforts to identify impact enterprises and help them build investment readiness. 4. Operations & Administration Provide operational and administrative support for program implementation and country activities. Assist in managing documentation, budgeting, expense tracking, and coordination with the finance and administrative teams. Support event planning, logistics, and communications related to program activities or stakeholder engagements. 5. Team Support Work closely with the Indonesia team and regional colleagues to ensure smooth delivery of program objectives. Provide general support for project planning, meeting coordination, and follow-up actions. Contribute to a collaborative, mission-driven work environment. You also understand that your duties may include providing support and guidance on other initiatives and programs within IIX across countries, performing work for IIX’s affiliates, and IIX Foundations from time to time and any other duties required. You will also be involved in ad hoc projects as and when required. Qualifications & Experience Master’s degree (preferred) in Sustainability, Environmental Studies, Economics, Business, Public Policy, or related field. 8–12 years (AVP) of relevant experience in program management, sustainability, ESG, research, and business development. Proven expertise in regulatory compliance, ESG frameworks, and sustainability practices in Indonesia. Demonstrated experience in fundraising, partnership building, and donor engagement. Strong program management track record: planning, budgeting, execution, monitoring, and evaluation. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; Bahasa Indonesia proficiency is required. Key Attributes Strategic thinker with strong execution discipline. Entrepreneurial, proactive, and solutions-oriented. Strong interpersonal, networking, and partnership-building skills. Passionate about sustainability, inclusive finance, and impact-driven innovation Why Join IIX? Hands-on exposure to impact investing and sustainable finance Opportunity to drive global change in gender equality and climate action Fast-track professional growth with training, mentorship, and leadership opportunities Work with leading institutions – from UN agencies to top financial institutions At IIX, we look for individuals who are: Passionate – Dedicated to impact investing and social finance Resilient – Able to navigate challenges in emerging markets Equitable – Committed to maximizing measurable social and financial impact Maverick – Independent, innovative, and bold in their approach Application Process Submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience, skills, and motivation for applying to jobs @ Highlight relevant projects in research, training contextualization, event delivery, and gender/ESG integration. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Your personal data will be used strictly for recruitment purposes. IIX is an equal-opportunity employer.