Program Director, Indonesia at IIX Global

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Full Remote
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Senior (5-10 years)
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Offer summary

Qualifications:

Over 15 years of experience in impact investing or related fields., Strong understanding of Indonesia's investment ecosystem and sustainable finance., Proven track record in business development and stakeholder engagement., Fluency in English and Bahasa Indonesia preferred..

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead the execution of impact initiatives supporting women-led enterprises in Indonesia.
  • Develop and implement strategies to expand impact investment activities and partnerships.
  • Drive market development and structure innovative financial products like Orange Bonds.
  • Build and manage a high-performing local team and oversee operational activities.

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Impact Investment Exchange (IIX) Careers Financial Services SME https://iixglobal.com/
51 - 200 Employees

Job description

Job Title: Program Director- IIX Indonesia
Location: Jakarta, Indonesia
Duration: Full-time / Permanent

About Impact Investment Exchange (IIX)

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.

www.iixglobal.com

About the role


IIX is seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to lead our work in Indonesia. This individual will be responsible for expanding IIX’s presence in Indonesia by overseeing the implementation of initiatives that support women-led enterprises and mobilize impact capital, and driving market development for impact investing and gender-lens financing in the country. The role will require strong leadership, business development acumen, and a deep understanding of the Indonesian sustainable finance ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Program Oversight:

Lead the execution of Indonesia Impact Ready Initiative (IIRI) and other initiatives supporting women-led and impact enterprises and mobilize impact capital in Indonesia.

Ensure program objectives, deliverables, and impact outcomes are met, working closely with internal and external stakeholders.

  • Provide oversight on pipeline development, enterprise support, stakeholder coordination, and reporting.
  • Monitor and report program progress, through robust impact measurement frameworks (e.g., IIX Values™). ensuring compliance with donor and IIX standards.

2. Strategic Leadership & Business Expansion:

Develop and execute a strategic plan to expand IIX’s impact investment initiatives in Indonesia.

Identify and establish key partnerships with investors, government agencies, financial institutions, and ecosystem players to enhance IIX’s presence.

Represent IIX in high-level forums, stakeholder meetings, and policy discussions on sustainable finance and gender-lens investing and climate finance.

Drive business development efforts to create revenue-generating opportunities for IIX, including advisory services, financial products, and technical assistance programs.

3. Investment & Market Development:

Drive the structuring and launch of innovative financial products, including Orange Bonds, to mobilize capital for gender equality and climate action.

Engage with investors, including regional and international stakeholders, to channel funding into high-impact enterprises.

Work closely with enterprises to strengthen their investment readiness and access to financing.

Develop and execute a business development strategy that translates into sustainable revenue streams for IIX’s work in Indonesia.

4. Partnerships & Business Development KPIs:

Secure revenue-generating engagements, including advisory mandates, investment facilitation, and program funding.

Establish and maintain high-value partnerships with new strategic partners, including investors, financial institutions, and development agencies.

Drive market development by expanding IIX’s client base.

Generate new business opportunities for IIX’s innovative finance solutions, ensuring financial sustainability and long-term growth.

5. Team Leadership & Operations:

Build and lead a high-performing Indonesia team, providing strategic guidance and operational oversight.

Manage financial and administrative aspects of IIX’s operations in Indonesia, ensuring efficiency and alignment with organizational policies.

Preferred Qualification & Experience:

15+ years of experience in impact investing, development finance, private sector development, or related fields.

Strong understanding of Indonesia’s investment ecosystem, regulatory landscape, and sustainable finance initiatives.

Proven experience in business development, revenue generation, and stakeholder engagement.

Track record of securing advisory mandates, facilitating investments, and developing high-impact partnerships.

Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and relationship-building skills.

Hands on experience in preparing high-quality presentations using MS office

Fluency in English and Bahasa Indonesia preferred.

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 to IIX.
  • Highlight relevant projects related to strategic partnerships, data analytics, and ESG frameworks.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
  • Your personal data will be used strictly for recruitment purposes.

IIX is an equal-opportunity employer.

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Experience

Level of experience: Senior (5-10 years)
Industry :
Financial Services
Spoken language(s):
EnglishIndonesian
Check out the description to know which languages are mandatory.

Other Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Strategic Planning
  • Relationship Building
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Leadership

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