Freelance Grant Writer / Researcher

• Research national development goals and sustainable development agenda to identify gaps and opportunities
• Identify sector and development experts, schedule and conduct interviews to validate gaps per sector and more broadly for development
• Identify entry points for social entrepreneurship to expedite social progress, with particular attention to impoverished areas in need of accelerated economic growth
• Synthesize data gathered and gap analysis to produce a well written report for wide distribution to ecosystem players
• Prepare materials (briefing, handouts, agenda etc.) and assist in coordination for a knowledge sharing event for ecosystem players to be held upon completion of the report

This role contributes to reshaping finance for sustainable development with a focus on gender equality and climate action through capital mobilization and data-based solutions, helping to unlock $10 billion in capital markets by 2030 and impact 100 million women, girls, and gender minorities.

• At least 3+ years of relevant work experience, and a proven track record of grant writing and program management
• Bachelor or Master's Degree in Communications, English or Writing or the equivalent
• Excellent written and verbal skills with a strong research background
• Demonstrated technical expertise and professional knowledge in one of IIX's five priority sectors: energy, agriculture, water, health, and education is preferred
• Experience in fund-raising and winning advisory assignments
• Field level development work experience, preferably in Asia and the Pacific
• Positive and self-motivated attitude
• Excellent proficiency working in Word, Powerpoint, and Excel

IIX provides a rewarding career with heavy investment in professional development, building on strengths and helping gain new skills with training, coaching, and guidance. The exposure to the rapidly growing impact investing space will be invaluable for career advancement.

Impact Investment Exchange (IIX) is a pioneer in the global impact investing movement, dedicated to reshaping finance for sustainable development with a focus on gender equality and climate action through capital mobilization and data-based solutions. They have invested close to $500 million of private-sector capital, positively impacted over 160 million direct and household lives, and avoided over 1.9 million metric tons of carbon.