Head of Orange Movement

**Open Position: Head of Orange Movement, IIX**

**Call for Applications**

**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 **Head of the Orange Movement** will provide **strategic vision, leadership, and operational oversight** to expand and sustain this global initiative. This high-impact role is responsible for:

- **Executing the existing DFAT-funded program effectively**:

- ** Developing and executing the movement's strategy**:

- ** Building partnerships and mobilizing funding**:

- ** Leading global advocacy and thought leadership**:

- ** Ensuring financial and operational sustainability**

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

**Key Responsibilities**

**1. Strategic Leadership & Vision**
- Develop and implement the **global strategy** for the Orange Movement.
- Ensure the **successful execution of the current DFAT-funded program**.
- Identify opportunities to **expand and scale the movement** through additional funding and partnerships.

**2. Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement**
- Build and manage relationships with **governments, DFIs, UN agencies, corporations, and philanthropists**.
- Identify and negotiate high-impact partnerships to scale the movement.

**3. Fundraising & Resource Mobilization**
- Lead fundraising efforts to **secure additional multi-year funding** beyond the current DFAT grant.
- Identify funding opportunities, write grant proposals, and cultivate donor relationships.
- Oversee grant reporting and financial management.

**4. Advocacy & Thought Leadership**
- Serve as the primary **spokesperson** for the Orange Movement.
- Represent the movement at **global forums, media engagements, and conferences**.
- Launch and lead at least **three high-profile advocacy campaigns per year**.

**5. Governance & Accountability**
- Ensure transparency, accountability, and effective decision-making.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress and measure impact.

**6. Program Management & Execution**
- Oversee all **programs, budgets, timelines, and resources**.
- Ensure alignment and cross-team collaboration within IIX.

**7. Team Leadership & Collaboration**
- Lead a high-performing **Orange Movement team**.
- Work cross-functionally with **IIX investments, advisory, research, and communications** teams.

**8. Sustainability & Growth**
- Develop strategies for the **long-term sustainability** of the Orange Movement.
- Strengthen the movement's **brand identity and global community**.

**Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)**
- **Ensure successful execution** of the current **DFAT-funded** program
- ** Secure at least $10M** in funding within three years
- ** Establish partnerships** with **10+** global institutions (DFIs, UN agencies, corporates)
- ** Lead at least three high-profile global advocacy campaigns** per year
- Ensure the **financial and operational sustainability** of the movement within three years

**Required Qualifications**

**Education**: Bachelor's degree required; **MBA or Master's** in Business, Commerce, or Finance preferred.
**Experience**:15+ years** in leadership, strategy development, or engagement within finance, impact investing, or social impact.
**Expertise**: Strong knowledge of **gender equality, climate action, and financial markets**.
**Communication Skills**: Exceptional **public speaking, writing, and storytelling** abilities.
**Strategic Mindset**: Ability to **translate vision into action** and drive measurable results.
**Collaboration & Leadership**: Proven experience managing **cross-functional teams and complex projects**.
**Location**: Fully remote within **APAC region** with availability to travel.

**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