HELVETAS Swiss Intercooperation is a development organization anchored in Switzerland. Our vision is a just world in which all men and women determine the course of their lives in dignity and security, sustainably using environmental resources. The promotion of good governance and gender equality, and social equity is an integral part of the overall organizational policy of HELVETAS Swiss Intercooperation, through which we seek to ensure that our organizational culture and practice reflect our commitment to social change.
Impact Finance Expert – South Asia

The Impact Finance Expert strengthens Helvetas’ positioning as a strategic actor in impact finance in South Asia by leading project development, partnership building, and advisory delivery at programme and assignment level. The role catalyses public‑private collaboration, mobilises capital, and develops innovative financial solutions that generate sustainable development impact. Operating with a high degree of technical autonomy, the position contributes to regional portfolio growth while aligning country initiatives with Helvetas’ global impact finance agenda. The expert further builds internal capacities in impact finance and supports knowledge sharing on a regional and global level.

This is a senior technical, mid-level role with strong programme-level influence, requiring advanced problem-solving, strategic thinking, and stakeholder engagement capabilities.


A) Definition of Tasks

Organisational Integration:
Job Title: Impact Finance Expert – South Asia (Bangladesh with activities in Nepal)
Employment Rate (FTE): 100%
Department/ Unit: International Programmes Department (IPD) with functional linkage to Advisory Services
Location/Office: Bangladesh (with regional responsibilities for Nepal)
Report Lines and Engagements:
Position direct reports to Country Director at Helvetas Bangladesh and Advisory Services at HO
Position indirectly reports to Country Director at Helvetas Nepal, while working with Helvetas Nepal.
Directly Supervises N/A
Indirectly Supervises N/A
Internal Collaborators Country Programme Teams (Bangladesh & Nepal), Advisory Services Unit, Business Development, MEAL, Finance, and Operations teams, Global thematic advisors as relevant
External Engagement Donors and development partners, Development Finance Institutions (DFIs), Impact investors, funds, private sector actors, Public sector stakeholders and ecosystem platforms, Consulting partners and local expert organizations.
Budget Authorities Operational authority over assigned project and advisory budgets, Budget planning, monitoring, and cost control within approved limits.
Signature Authorities As per Delegation of Authority (DOA): project‑level documents, reports, and routine correspondence.
Key Responsibilities:
(The key responsibilities for this role may include the following but are not limited to:)
Goal 1: Business Development & Portfolio Growth 25%

Main Tasks:

  • Lead the development of impact finance concepts, proposals, and mandates
  • Identify and pursue funding opportunities with donors, DFIs, and private investors
  • Contribute to strategic positioning and pipeline development in South Asia
Goal 2: Partnerships & Ecosystem Engagement 20%

Main Tasks:

  • Build and maintain strategic partnerships with public and private stakeholders
  • Facilitate collaboration across government, investors, donors, and implementers
  • Represent Helvetas in national, regional, and selected international forums
Goal 3: Project & Advisory Delivery 20%

Main Tasks:

  • Design and implement impact finance projects and advisory assignments
  • Independently deliver smaller mandates and contribute to larger multi‑country projects
  • Ensure quality, relevance, and compliance with Helvetas and donor standards
Goal 4: Financial Structuring & Technical Advisory 15%

Main Tasks:

  • Support blended finance structuring, financial modelling, and investment analysis
  • Conduct feasibility studies, market assessments, and investment readiness support
  • Contribute to financial and impact due diligence and performance analysis
Goal 5: Project Management & Reporting 10%

Main Tasks:

  • Plan, budget, monitor, and report on project and advisory activities
  • Coordinate with internal support functions and external partners
  • Ensure timely and high‑quality donor and internal reporting
Goal 6: Knowledge, Learning & Visibility 10%

Main Tasks:

  • Strengthen Helvetas’ visibility and thought leadership in impact finance
  • Produce presentations, briefs, and visual materials for diverse audiences
  • Contribute to institutional learning and global knowledge exchange
  • Contribute to internal capacity strengthening by advising country teams on impact finance concepts, tools, and by supporting the application of these approaches in selected initiatives

B) Competence Profile

Academic qualifications

Mandatory:

  • Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Development Studies, Public Policy, or related field.

Optional:

  • Specialisation in impact investing, sustainable finance, or development finance.

Further training or skills

Mandatory:

  • Financial analysis and modelling skills
  • Proposal writing and project management skills

Optional:

  • Training in blended finance, ESG, or impact measurement and management

Professional experiences

Mandatory:

  • Minimum 8–10 years of relevant professional experience
  • Experience in consulting, finance, impact investment, SME development, or development programmes
  • Proven experience in business development, advisory delivery, and partner engagement

Optional:

  • Prior regional experience in South Asia, especially Nepal
  • Experience working with DFIs or impact investment funds

Leadership competencies

Mandatory:

  • Project and workstream leadership
  • Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams and partners
  • Independent decision‑making within delegated authority

Optional:

  • Mentoring junior staff or consultants

Social competencies

Mandatory:

  • Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
  • Cultural sensitivity and strong alignment with Helvetas’ values

Optional:

  • Facilitation skills for multi‑stakeholder processes

Functional Competencies

Mandatory: 

  • Impact finance and blended finance understanding
  • Advisory delivery and analytical problem‑solving
  • Donor and investor engagement

Optional:

  • Sectoral expertise (e.g., SMEs, climate finance, inclusive finance)

Language skills

Mandatory:

  • English – fluent (written and spoken)

Optional:

  • Bangla (native advantage)
  • Nepali or other regional languages

IT skills

Mandatory:

  • MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
  • Financial modelling and presentation tools

Optional:

  • Data visualisation or impact reporting tools

Social skills

Mandatory:

  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
  • Strong collaboration and teamwork skills

Optional:

  • Networking and representation skills at regional level

We offer you

Initially, a 12-month national employment contract, with the possibility of extension based on performance. The monthly consolidated salary range is BDT 185,430/- to 371,356/- CTC, which may vary depending on experience and current remuneration.

In addition, this position will include other admissible benefits, such as Mobile Allowance, Provident Fund, Gratuity, Festival Bonus, Seniority Bonus, Medical Insurance with health and life coverage, 25 days of Annual leave, 15 days of Sick leave and excellent opportunities for professional development

Application Process

Interested candidates are invited to submit their updated resume along with a motivational letter detailing their relevant experience and motivation for their role. Please apply online at https://career.helvetasbd.org/ by 02 June 2026. Hard copies or other forms of application will not be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps. We encourage early applications as interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.

Women are highly encouraged to apply.