Innovative Finance and Private Sector Lead

The Opportunity

Plan International is seeking an experienced and strategic leader to serve as Innovative Finance and Private Sector Lead (Asia Pacific).

This is a critical regional role responsible for driving innovative financing and private sector engagement across the region, enabling Plan to diversify funding and unlock sustainable, scalable impact for children, particularly girls.

The role will lead the identification, design, and delivery of blended finance, impact investment, and corporate partnerships, working across Country Offices, National Offices, and global teams.

Working in a complex, matrixed federation, you will collaborate across teams to build a strong pipeline of partnerships, mobilise private capital, and position Plan as a leader in innovative finance and private sector engagement.

In this pivotal role, you will:

• Lead the development of a strong pipeline of innovative finance and private sector opportunities across APAC
• Design and structure financing solutions including blended finance, impact investment, and results-based mechanisms
• Build and manage strategic partnerships with corporates, investors, and financial institutions
• Mobilise resources from private sector actors aligned with Plan’s mission and priorities
• Support Country Offices to identify, develop, and deliver finance-ready opportunities
• Strengthen systems, tools, and internal capacity for innovative finance across the region
• Position Plan International as a credible and strategic partner in the private sector and ESG space

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?

To excel in this role, you will need:

• Significant experience (typically 8+ years) in innovative finance, investment, corporate partnerships, or consulting
• Strong track record of structuring and delivering complex financing or partnership solutions
• Experience engaging corporates, investors, financial institutions, or ESG stakeholders
• Strong financial modelling and analytical skills
• Experience working across multiple countries or in regional/global roles
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills
• Understanding of gender equality, rights-based programming, and ethical partnerships

Additional Information

• Location: Preferably Bangkok or Hong Kong
• Length of role: 24 Months Fixed Term contract
• Type: Local Contract (no expat benefits available)
• Reports to: Head of Resource Mobilisation