VP Strategic Initiatives – India

Job title: VP Strategic Initiatives – India

Company: Impact Investment Exchange


Job description: About IIXImpact Investment Exchange ( ) 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 have been building the sustainable investing market, from establishing the world’s largest crowdfunding platform for impact investing ( ), operating award-winning innovative financial products such as the and establishing an and While we are very deep with our work in Asia, the Pacific, and Africa, our work spans 60 countries globally where we have invested over 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 is 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 the 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 visitAbout a career with IIX:You will join a highly effective team providing unparalleled hands-on exposure to the Impact Investing and Social Finance space. You thrive in applying finance skills to tackle development issues and creating solutions using structured strategies and innovative programs that address and solve the world’s most pressing problems, from food security to inclusive finance to clean energy. You aim to become a global development leader with a passion for international development and get involved in work that makes a difference.When you join IIX, you embark on a rewarding career where 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. It is a value addition to advance your career, providing you invaluable exposure to the rapidly growing impact investing space.To be a successful member of the IIX 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 IIX.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 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 someone who is 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.About the role:The Vice President – Strategic Initiatives will be a key member of IIX’s leadership team, responsible for designing, executing, and scaling new strategic initiatives that align with the organization’s mission and growth objectives. This individual will spearhead cross-functional projects, develop high-level partnerships, and ensure that all strategic initiatives are impactful, sustainable, and effectively integrated into IIX’s broader vision.The broad areas of work will include:Strategic Planning and Execution

• Drive the development and implementation of long-range strategic initiatives that advance IIX’s mission and business goals
• Identify emerging trends in the impact investing, sustainable finance, and development sectors, and integrate relevant opportunities into IIX’s strategic roadmap
• Oversee cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and accountability on strategic projects
• Support the Senior leadership in developing proposals for product development and advisory assignments

New Ventures & Growth

• Lead feasibility studies and market analyses to identify potential new ventures, partnerships, or product lines
• Develop clear business cases, including financial models, risk assessments, and go-to-market strategies
• Launch and manage pilot programs to test and refine innovative concepts, scaling successful initiatives
• Monitor progress towards strategic goals, monitor personal and team KPIs and identify any roadblocks or areas for improvement.

Business Development and Partnerships

• Create and direct new business opportunities for revenue generation
• Assist the senior leadership in identifying new markets and identifying potential growth opportunities within existing and for new markets
• Cultivate and maintain senior-level relationships with strategic partners, donors, investors, and other stakeholders
• Negotiate high-value collaborations that advance IIX’s mission and create scalable impact
• Represent IIX at industry forums and conferences, positioning the organization as a thought leader and innovator in impact investing

Operation Excellence:

• Develop tactical action plans with assigned projects to address key business needs, measure and track results in line with the corporate strategy;
• Assist Senior leaders and CEO with strategy and relevant materials for meetings.

• 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

Cross-functional collaboration

• Collaborate closely with internal leaders to coordinate strategic priorities, share learnings, and integrate insights into ongoing initiatives
• Foster a culture of open communication and teamwork to break down silos and enhance organizational agility

Leadership & Team Management:

• Lead and mentor a high-performing team of strategy and business development professionals championing an inclusive, mission-driven culture that aligns with IIX’s values of impact, innovation, and collaboration
• Manage and mentor cross-functional teams involved in strategic initiatives, providing guidance, performance feedback, and career development opportunities
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and high performance within the team with open communication

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or a related field. Master’s degree or MBA is preferred
• At least 8 years of relevant work experience (Impact Investing, Management Consulting, Investment Banking, PE/VC or similar fields with exposure to Finance, Sustainability, Strategy, Business development, Tech or similar relevant topics)
• Familiarity with capital markets, sustainable finance, and/or international development is a plus
• Demonstrated success in driving organizational growth through strategic initiatives and partnerships
• Experience handling clients/external and senior stakeholders in major consulting firms, international development agencies, advisory services firms
• Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to adapt to senior management’s working styles, able to work across teams in collaboration
• Experience managing and motivating high-performing teams across multiple functions
• Ability to analyze complex industry trends and organizational needs, translating them into practical strategies and initiatives
• Proficiency in financial modeling, budgeting, and market research to inform data-driven decisions
• 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
• Excellent proficiency working in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Start date – Immediate

Expected salary:

Location: India

Job date: Fri, 10 Jan 2025 23:46:35 GMT

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