Senior Director of Orange Movement Singapore

Job description

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 .

At its core are
Orange Bonds—the world’s first gender-lens and climate-focused asset class—designed to:
Mobilize
US$10 billion
in capital markets by 2030
Positively impact
100 million women, girls, and gender minorities
Position women and gender minorities as leaders in
climate resilience and adaptation
The Orange Movement advances this vision through
capital mobilization, policy reform, global partnerships, training, and advocacy .

Supported by a three-year anchor grant from Australia’s DFAT, it now seeks a
Senior Director
who can scale the Movement into a
global financial force .


Role Summary
The
Senior Director of the Orange Movement
will provide
strategic vision, entrepreneurial drive, and organizational leadership
to expand the Movement’s reach, resources, and influence globally.


This senior leadership role will:
Build and manage
cross-functional teams
within IIX and across global partners.


Push forward
Orange Capital transactions across markets , replicating successes such as Orange Bonds in Asia, Africa, and the U.S.
Spearhead
training and market-building initiatives
like the Orange Bond Verifier Training to embed Orange standards globally.


Lead
coalition-building, fundraising, and advocacy , ensuring the Movement sets the benchmark for inclusive, climate-smart finance.


This position is ideal for a
visionary leader
with deep networks across finance, philanthropy, and development—and the entrepreneurial capacity to mobilize a global movement.


Key Responsibilities
1.

Strategic Partnerships & Global Alliances
Develop and execute a
global strategy
to expand the Orange Investor Alliance and Partner Coalition.


Engage institutional investors, DFIs, corporates, philanthropies, and governments to channel capital through Orange.


Build trust with policymakers, regulators, and multilaterals to embed Orange standards into financial systems.


2.

Capital Mobilization & Market Growth
Drive the pipeline of
Orange Capital transactions across multiple markets .


Ensure through partnership and advocacy that Orange Bonds, Orange Bond Labeling, Orange Guarantees, Orange Seal etc are replicated globally, creating demonstration effects and new investor classes.


Mobilize both grants and catalytic capital to scale.


3.

Training & Market Building
Lead the Orange Bond Verifier Training program and similar certification tracks.


Expand training offerings for investors, regulators, and issuers to build global confidence in Orange instruments.


Partner with universities, think tanks, and global institutions to mainstream Orange finance education.


4.

Organizational & Ecosystem Leadership
Build and manage a high-performing Orange Movement team, fostering entrepreneurial, cross-functional collaboration.


Act as Secretariat for the Steering Committee, Advisory Council, and Working Groups.


Ensure inclusive, accountable, and transparent governance.


5.

Advocacy, Convenings & Thought Leadership
Lead the flagship Orange Forum and other global convenings.


Curate high-impact campaigns that place Orange Financing at the center of global finance dialogues.


Publish research, thought leadership, and storytelling that amplify Orange’s influence.


Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Area
KPI
Partnerships & Alliances
Onboard
10+ new global partners annually
Fundraising
Mobilize
US$2M+ annually
and secure multi-year funding with IIX senior management
Orange Capital Transactions
Deliver
3–5 Orange issuances/initiatives annually
across markets
Training & Market Building
Train
50+ Orange Bond verifiers and market actors annually
Advocacy & Convenings
Deliver
3+ global campaigns/events annually
Candidate Profile
Education:
Bachelor’s required; MBA/Master’s in Business, Finance, Public Policy or International Development preferred
Experience:
15+ years in strategic partnerships, capital markets, fundraising, or senior leadership roles in finance, philanthropy, or development in the Global South.


Expertise:
Proven track record in capital mobilization, impact finance, or climate/gender initiatives
Leadership:
Demonstrated ability to
build and lead cross-functional teams , work across global stakeholders, and operate entrepreneurially
Networks:
Deep connections with DFIs, investors, corporates, multilaterals, and donors
Skills:
Exceptional fundraising, partnership-building, and strategic execution skills
Mindset:
Visionary, entrepreneurial, and resilient—able to push system-level change while operating in frontier markets
Why Join IIX?
Lead a global movement reshaping capital markets for gender and climate
Build a legacy platform that will impact 100 million lives by 2030
Operate at the nexus of finance, development, and advocacy
Work with world-leading institutions—from DFIs and governments to UN agencies and Fortune 500s
At IIX, we seek individuals who are:
Passionate
– Committed to gender equality and climate action
Resilient
– Able to navigate challenges in frontier markets
Equitable
– Dedicated to measurable social and financial outcomes
Entrepreneurial
– Bold, innovative, and able to build something new
Application Process
Submit your CV and cover letter
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Applications treated with strict confidentiality
IIX is an equal-opportunity employer
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