Vp, Programs

**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 Programs & Governance at IIX is a crucial leadership role responsible for the effective execution and operational excellence of IIX's programs and initiatives, ensuring alignment with its impact finance goals and adherence to best practices in governance. This role oversees program design, impact measurement, financial accountability, internal governance, and grant acquisition to ensure the sustainability and maximize the impact of IIX's work.
- **Develop and implement impact measurement frameworks**:

- ** Oversee budget management, financial reporting, and program governance**:

- ** Ensure compliance with international standards**:

- ** Foster cross-team collaboration**:

- ** Drive program innovation**:

- ** Champion strong governance practices**:

- ** Monitor program performance**

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

**Key Responsibilities**:
**1. Program Leadership & Execution**
- Lead the execution of key initiatives and programs, ensuring alignment with IIX's overall strategic objectives and impact finance goals.
- Overseeing program planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.
- Coordinating with other departments to ensure seamless integration of program activities.

**2.Impact Measurement & Evaluation**
- Develop and implement robust impact measurement frameworks in close collaboration with IIX's analytics team.
- Defining key performance indicators (KPIs), establishing data collection methodologies, analyzing program outcomes, and reporting on impact to stakeholders.

**3. Financial Management & Accountability**
- Oversee budget management for all programs, ensuring responsible allocation of resources and adherence to financial policies and procedures.
- Manage financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Implement strong internal controls to safeguard assets and prevent fraud.

**4. Governance & Compliance**
- Ensure compliance with international standards for impact finance, gender-lens investing, and non-profit governance.
- Develop and implement internal governance policies and procedures to promote transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct.
- Manage risk and ensure adherence to all relevant regulations.

**5. Grant Acquisition & Management**
- Develop compelling grant proposals, manage grant reporting requirements, and cultivate relationships with grant funders.

**6. Stakeholder Management**
- Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including program staff, partners, beneficiaries, and donors.
- Build and maintain strong relationships to facilitate program success and ensure stakeholder satisfaction.

**7. Team Leadership & Development**
- Lead, manage, and mentor a high-performing team of program and operations professionals.
- Set performance goals, provide regular feedback, and support professional development.

**8. Continuous Improvement**
- Continuously seek opportunities to improve program effectiveness, efficiency, and impact.
- Stay abreast of best practices in program management, impact measurement, and governance.
- Foster a culture of learning and innovation within the programs team.

**9. Strategic Planning Support**
- Contribute to the development of IIX's overall strategic plan, providing insights and recommendations based on program experience and data.
- Support the alignment of program activities with the organization's long-term goals.

**Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)**
- Launch at least three major programs in financial inclusion, climate resilience, and gender finance within three years.
- Achieve at least 85% impact target success rate across all initiatives.
- Ensure full financial transparency and compliance across all funded projects.
- Secure at least $3M in program grants in the first three years.

**Required Qualifications**:
Education:Advanced deg