Consultant –Training Modules Development

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ABOUT IIX GLOBAL Impact Investment Exchange (IIX) is a leader in the global impact investing movement, dedicated to reshaping the financial landscape to prioritize sustainable development and inclusive growth. Over more than 17 years, the organization has systematically built the sustainable investing market by mobilizing nearly US$500 million in private-sector capital, notably through innovative instruments like the Women’s Livelihood Bond™ Series. This capital mobilization is bolstered by comprehensive enterprise technical assistance across Asia, Africa, and the Pacific, alongside the use of IIX Values™, a sophisticated technology solution for impact verification and data collection. Through global advocacy and initiatives such as the Orange Movement™, IIX continues to drive systemic change by integrating gender equality and climate action directly into financial markets. The scale of IIX’s work is reflected in its significant empirical footprint, having collected over 90,000 data points on sustainable MSMEs to deepen the availability of high-quality market intelligence. This data-driven approach has resulted in a tangible social and environmental legacy, positively impacting the lives of over 160 million people and avoiding more than 1.9 million metric tons of carbon emissions. By bridging the gap between underserved "backstreet" communities and global "Wall Streets," IIX empowers women-led and climate-smart enterprises to thrive, directly contributing to the UN Sustainable Development Goals and fostering long-term resilience in emerging markets Engagement Overview Position Title Consultant –Training Modules Development Engagement Type Short-Time Consultancy Duration* Jun – Dec 2026 (up to 120 days) (*Conditional upon donor funding) Location Hybrid Reporting To Senior Vice President Programs Application Deadline 25 May 2026, 05.00 PM (GMT+7) BACKGROUND The Impact Investment Readiness in Indonesia (IIRI) project is a five-year initiative funded by Global Affairs Canada (GAC) and implemented by Impact Investment Exchange (IIX). The program aims to strengthen Indonesia’s gender-responsive and climate-smart impact investing ecosystem, with a specific focus on unlocking private capital for women-owned, women-led, and women-benefitting Micro, Small, Medium Enterprises, collectively referred throughout this document as Women-focused MSMEs (WMSMEs), in underserved and outer-island provinces. A core component of IIRI is building the impact investment readiness of WMSMEs and ecosystem stakeholders through targeted, locally relevant training interventions. To achieve this, IIX is seeking a consultant to serve as the technical lead for training module development, responsible for the adaptation, contextualization of five core IIX training modules for the Indonesian WMSME ecosystem. Training module development is a foundational activity, with training delivery commencing and expanding progressively to additional provinces through the project lifetime. All modules will be continuously iterated and improved based on field learnings and participant feedback. The five core modules to be adapted are: • Module 01 – Basic Financial Literacy (audience: WMSMEs) • Module 02 – Business & Impact Management (audience: WMSMEs) • Module 03 – Capital Raise & Investment Readiness (audience: WMSMEs) • Module 04 – Environment & Impact (audience: WMSMEs and Investors/Ecosystem Players) • Module 05 – Gender Lens Investing (audience: WMSMEs and Investors/Ecosystem Players) Content must be differentiated across four participant groups, Micro, Small, and Medium enterprises, as well as Investors and Ecosystem Players, and delivered in both English and Bahasa Indonesia. Scope of Work & Key Deliverables The consultant will serve as the technical lead for Training Module Development, encompassing review, adaptation, localization, and quality-assured delivery of all five core modules. The engagement is structured across three sequential phases. All materials must be delivered in both English and Bahasa Indonesia in fully editable formats (MS Word, PowerPoint), in accordance with IIX visual identity guidelines, with all intellectual property rights transferred to IIX upon final acceptance. Phase 1: Review and Contextualization - up to 15 days Review existing IIX training materials and assess adaptation needs for each of the five core modules, identifying content gaps and areas requiring localization. Adapt all content to reflect the Indonesian business environment, including financial regulations, tax systems, cultural norms, gender dynamics, and sector-specific practices relevant to WMSMEs. Replace non-contextual case studies and examples with Indonesian references, with emphasis on WMSMEs from underserved and outer-island provinces (e.g., Sulawesi, Papua, Nusa Tenggara). Redesign interactive activities, assignments, and group exercises to align with Indonesian business practices and the diverse literacy and education profiles of participants. Update all accompanying resources: reading lists, reference tools, video recommendations, and quiz with Indonesia-specific materials. Adjust terminology and language nuances to align with Indonesian market conditions; ensure all materials are available in both English and Bahasa Indonesia. Apply a Gender-Based Analysis Plus (GBA+) lens and incorporate Environmental and Social Standards (ESS) throughout all adapted content, in alignment with Global Affairs Canada requirements. Key Deliverables Deliverable Format Recommended Length Training Presentation Materials PowerPoint slide deck 20 - 40 slides per module Recorded Presentation Video Video 10 - 20 minutes per module Phase 2: Development of Materials - up to 30 days Develop a Training-of-Trainers programme to equip local trainers with the content knowledge, facilitation competencies, and skills required to deliver modules independently across provinces. Prepare ToT materials and guidelines, including session plans, facilitation notes, and quality assurance checklists, for use prior to the first local delivery. Coordinate at least one ToT session per module batch in collaboration with the IIX program team, ensuring consistent delivery quality across provinces. Key Deliverables Deliverable Format Recommended Length Facilitator's Guide MS Word 15 - 25 pages per module Training-of-Trainers (ToT) Materials MS Word / PowerPoint 20 - 40 slides per module Education Advanced degree in Education, Instructional Design, Development Finance, Business, or a related field. Master's degree is an advantage but not required Experience Minimum 7 years of experience in curriculum development, instructional design, adult learning program development, preferably in financial literacy, business development, or impact investing. Demonstrated experience developing, contextualizing and localizing training materials into high-quality Bahasa Indonesia for MSME or similar audiences. In-depth understanding of the Indonesian WMSME ecosystem, including regulatory environment, financial systems, and gender barriers specific to women entrepreneurs. Skills & Competencies Strong instructional design capabilities and experience developing materials across different literacy and education levels, including for peri-urban and rural audiences. Familiarity with Indonesia's sustainable finance, gender lens investing, and/or MSME ecosystem landscape. Proven ability to develop differentiated content for diverse participant profiles (enterprise tiers, investors, and ecosystem players). Exceptional written communication skills in both English and Bahasa Indonesia, with the ability to produce accessible, professional training materials. Proficiency in developing PowerPoint presentations and working document formats to professional, publication-ready standards. Ability to work independently, manage multiple module streams concurrently, and meet phased deadlines. Desirable: Familiarity with Gender-Based Analysis Plus (GBA+), Gender Lens Investing (GLI), and/or Environmental and Social Standards (ESS) frameworks. Desirable: Familiarity with IIX's impact investment approach, IIX Values™, or the Orange Movement™. Desirable: Familiarity with AI tools and their application for enterprise business growth, productivity and capacity building. How to Apply Interested candidates are invited to submit the following to Breezy (link to be added) by 29 May 2026, 05.00 PM (GMT+7) : Updated CV/Resume Brief cover letter (maximum 1 page) outlining relevant experience, motivation and approach to training module localization Portfolio sample: minimum one example of a previously developed or adapted training curriculum, module, or any comparable knowledge product Expected daily rate or financial proposal (optional) Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. IIRI encourages applications from diverse candidates.