Content & Event Director, Orange Forum 2025 (Philippines)

Job Title: Content & Event Director, Orange Forum 2025

Engagement Type: Project-Based Contract (September 2025 – December 2025)

About Impact Investment Exchange

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. For over a decade and a half, we've been building the sustainable investing market, from establishing the world's largest crowdfunding platform for impact investing (Impact Partners), operating award-winning enterprise technical assistance programs, creating innovative financial products such as the Women's Livelihood Bond Series, (listed 7 bonds in the public market with zero credit default) and establishing an Impact Institute and Research & Advisory. While we are very deep with our work in Asia, the Pacific, and Africa, our work spans 60 countries globally where we 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 and have collected over 90,000+ data points on sustainable micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). Numerous accolades, including the Oslo Business f or Peace and the UN Global Climate Action Award, have recognized our efforts.

About Orange Forum 2025

Orange Forum 2025 "From the South, for the Future: Financing for Sustainability through Inclusion" will be a landmark convening that redefines the global narrative: shifting the focus from aid to action, from crisis to leadership. Taking place in Jakarta, Indonesia from 5–7 November 2025, the Forum will spotlight Indonesia's rising status as a global leader in Orange Capital and chart how this leadership can be scaled across the Global South. Kicking off with a Partners' Dinner on 5 November, the Forum convenes on 6 November and concludes with a members-only session on 7 November. Co-hosted with leading government and development partners, the Forum will bring together governments, investors, private sector leaders, civil society, and donors—mobilizing capital, influence, and partnerships to accelerate inclusive, climate-smart finance. More than a series of discussions, Orange Forum 2025 will drive outcomes: regional commitments, new capital solutions, and cross-border partnerships to shape the future of sustainable, inclusive economies.

Scope of Work

The Content & Event Director will lead the conceptual and strategic direction of Orange Forum 2025, focusing on content, program quality, and outcomes, while ensuring all materials and sessions are aligned with overall Forum objectives.

Responsibilities include program writing, developing session materials, curating thought leaders, and managing VIP and high-level stakeholder engagement. The Director will also oversee post-Forum follow-ups, sustaining relationships and translating connections into tangible, business-driven outcomes.

The Director will work closely with the local event logistics vendor, IIX Marketing and other teams to ensure smooth cohesion between program content and operational execution. The role emphasizes driving tangible outcomes, including regional commitments and partnerships facilitated through the Forum program.

Key Responsibilities

1. Content Curation & Strategic Program Design

2. Refine thematic panels and session agendas, ensuring coherence and high-quality messaging.

3. Conduct program writing, including briefing materials, speaker treatments, and session scripts.

4. Shape and align speaker contributions — through prep calls and tailored guidance — to ensure a cohesive narrative that advances Forum objectives.

5. Attendee Curation

6. Curate and secure global and regional thought leaders, keynote speakers, panelists, and high-level stakeholders for each session, ensuring a balanced and influential lineup.

7. Manage overall attendee mix, ensuring diverse representation across regions, ecosystem actors, and demographics.

8. Manage relationships, scheduling, and protocol for VIPs and high-level stakeholders — including government leaders, ambassadors, ministers, investors, donors, and other key partners

9. Oversee protocol for high-level attendees (e.g., ministers, ambassadors, investors, donors) to ensure positioning and engagement are aligned with Forum objectives.

10. Financial Management

11. Track and oversee event-related disbursements (e.g., speaker fees, honoraria, session costs), ensuring compliance with internal policies and sponsorship deliverables requirements.

12. Maintain transparent reporting with internal and external parties on allocation and usage of sponsorship and program funds.

13. Outcomes & Post-Event Impact

14. Ensure sessions drive tangible results: regional commitments, new capital solutions, and cross-border partnerships.

15. Oversee post-event synthesis, capturing insights, outcomes, and lessons for future forums.

16. Manage follow-up with VIPs and stakeholders — including thank-you notes, outcome tracking, and facilitating follow-up meetings — to convert Forum momentum into sustained partnerships and action.

17. Collaboration & Oversight

18. Work closely with the Events Logistics Vendor and other teams to ensure seamless alignment between program content and operational execution.

19. Maintain high standards of intellectual rigor, creativity, and strategic thinking throughout the Forum program.

Ideal Profile and Qualifications.

• Minimum 7–10 years of experience organizing high-level, multi-stakeholder events or conferences in Asia Pacific, preferably in sustainable finance, impact investing, or international development.

• Strong understanding of the sustainable finance landscape, with awareness of key regional stakeholders and what drives their participation and engagement.

• Demonstrated experience in program design and content curation, including drafting agendas, speaker briefings, and narrative framing for conferences or summits.

• Proven ability to engage and liaise with senior-level stakeholders, including government leaders, investors, donors, and international organizations.

• Exceptional writing and communication skills, with the ability to translate big-picture objectives into detailed step-by-step action plans.

• Agile, detail-oriented, and solutions-driven, with the capacity to remain calm and effective under high-pressure, fast-paced environments.

• Familiarity with impact investing, sustainable finance, or the SDGs is a strong advantage.

Application Process

Please submit:

• Firm or consultant profile

• Brief proposal outlining your approach to event management (2 pages max)

• Estimated fee structure (in IDR and USD both)

• Portfolio or case studies of previous events