Vp, Policy

**About the Orange Movement**

Launched in 2022, the **Orange Movement** is a global initiative led by IIX to **integrate gender equality and climate action into financial markets**. As part of this movement, IIX introduced **Orange Bonds**, the world's first **gender-lens**and **climate-focused** asset class designed to:

- **Mobilize $10 billion** in capital markets by 2030
- ** Impact 100 million women, girls, and gender minorities**:

- ** Position women and gender minorities as key players in climate mitigation and adaptation**

The **Orange Movement** operates through **strategic partnerships, financial innovation, and advocacy** to **transform global finance** into a more inclusive and sustainable system. The program is currently funded by **Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) for the next three years**, providing a strong foundation for growth. The **Head of the Orange Movement** will be responsible for **executing the current program effectively** while securing additional funding to expand its reach and impact.

**About the Role**:
The** VP of Policy & Advocacy at IIX** is a key leadership role responsible for shaping the global policy landscape to advance gender equality and impact finance. This role leads the development and implementation of policy advocacy strategies, engages with key stakeholders, conducts research, secures funding, and represents IIX in high-level policy discussions to drive regulatory change that integrates gender considerations into financial services. This high-impact role is responsible for:

- **Develop and implement global and national policy advocacy strategies**:

- ** Engage with policymakers, regulators, and industry groups**:

- ** Conduct research and analysis**:

- ** Secure funding for policy reform initiatives**:

- ** Represent IIX in high-level policy discussions**:

- ** Drive regulatory change**:

- ** Collaborate internally**:

- ** Monitor the policy landscape**

This role is ideal for a** visionary leader**passionate about gender equality, climate action, and financial innovation.

**Key Responsibilities**:
**1. Policy Advocacy Strategy**
- Develop and implement a comprehensive policy advocacy strategy at global, regional, and national levels to advance IIX's policy objectives.
- Identify key policy priorities, defining target audiences, outlining advocacy tactics, and establishing clear metrics for success.

**2.Stakeholder Engagement**
- Engage with policymakers, regulators, government officials, multilateral institutions (e.g., UN agencies, development banks), industry groups, civil society organizations, and other relevant stakeholders to build support for policy reforms that promote financial inclusion for women and gender minorities.
- Build and maintain strong relationships, facilitating dialogue, and mobilizing coalitions.

**3. Research & Analysis**
- Collaborate closely with IIX's research team to conduct in-depth research and analysis on policy issues related to gender equality, impact finance, and financial inclusion.
- Use research findings to inform advocacy efforts and develop evidence-based policy recommendations.

**4.Policy Development & Influence**
- Draft policy papers, reports, briefs, recommendations, and legislative proposals to advance IIX's policy agenda. Provide technical expertise and guidance to policymakers and regulators on the design and implementation of effective policies.

**5. Grant Acquisition for Policy Initiatives**
- Identify and secure grants from governments, multilateral institutions, foundations, and other funding sources to support policy reform initiatives.
- Develop compelling grant proposals, manage grant reporting, and cultivate relationships with funders.

6. **Representation & Thought Leadership**
- Represent IIX and the movement in high-level policy discussions, panels, conferences, and other forums.
- Serve as a thought leader and spokesperson on issues related to gender equality, impact finance, and policy advocacy.
- Communicate IIX's policy positions effectively to a wide range of audiences.

**7. Monitoring & Evaluation**
- Monitor policy developments and track progress toward achieving policy objectives.
- Evaluate the impact of advocacy efforts and make adjustments to strategy as needed.
- Develop and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to policy influence.

**8. Collaboration & Coordination**
- Work closely with other teams within IIX, including programs, investments, research, and communications, to ensure alignment and maximize synergies.
- Collaborate with external partners and coalitions to amplify advocacy efforts.

**9. Capacity Building**
- Contribute to building the capacity of other organizations and individuals working on gender equality and impact finance policy issues.
- Share knowledge and expertise through training, workshops, and other capacity-building activities.

**Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)**:

- Influence at least five major polic