JOB DESCRIPTION

Who We Are:

As a global leader, CARE is shaping the future of the humanitarian and development sector. Each year, we deliver support and services to millions of people globally. We do this by focusing on our mission and vision, and the values of equality and excellence that guide our organization. We seek dedicated individuals who align with our mission and are passionate about making it a reality by collaborating with others, embracing learning and innovation, and delivering results.

What We Are Looking For:
At CARE, we value diversely talented people who can bring different experiences and perspectives to our organization. We know that not all applicants will have every skill and qualification. We encourage everyone who meets the minimum required qualifications to apply. Having one or more of the preferred qualifications will strengthen an application. But, even if you are earlier in your career or followed a non-traditional educational or professional path, we hope you will consider a career at CARE.

Job Title: PRIVATE SECTOR ENGAGEMENT AND IMPACT FINANCE ADVISOR -ASIA

Job Location(s): Thailand – Bangkok

Type of Contract: National/Local

Country Nationals: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Nepal, Laos, East Timor, Pakistan, Cambodia, Vietnam, Philippines, Thailand

Focus Area: Women’s Economic Justice

JOB SUMMARY:

Are you passionate about harnessing private sector innovation and finance for social impact?
CARE is seeking a dynamic Private Sector Engagement and Impact Finance Advisor to drive transformative partnerships and innovative financing solutions that advance gender equity and decent work across Asia.

As the regional lead for CARE’s flagship Made by Women (MbW) Initiative, you will shape strategy, strengthen program performance, and broker high-impact collaborations across industries—from apparel and agribusiness to finance and technology. You’ll also expand CARE’s footprint beyond MbW, connecting investors, corporations, and social enterprises to create lasting, gender-equitable economic change

What You Will Do

Lead strategic direction, program management, and performance oversight of the Made by Women Initiative.

Develop and implement a regional private sector engagement strategy aligned with CARE’s Women’s Economic Justice priorities.

Build and nurture strategic partnerships with corporations, investors, and business networks to drive innovation, funding, and influence.

Map and connect gender-responsive social enterprises with investors and market opportunities.

Champion innovative finance models—including blended and impact financing—to scale CARE’s work.

Strengthen internal capacity on private sector engagement, facilitate learning across countries, and represent CARE at key regional and industry forums.

Required Qualifications:
– Bachelor’s degree in development, economics, business studies or relevant field
– Minimum 6-8 years of experience in private sector engagement, impact investing, or resource mobilization, preferably in Asia.
– Experience in program coordination or project management, preferably in the development sector.
– Proven successful fundraising for programming through brokering partnerships with private sector stakeholders.
– 2-3 years’ experience in innovative financing, blended finance and impact investment.
– Strong organizational and communication skills, with ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, reach out and engage external stakeholders.
– Proficiency in systems thinking, particularly within the context of a of a large confederation setup, with the ability to understand and analyze complex systems and interdependencies.
– Excellent communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
– Master’s degree and /or post graduate courses in corporate social responsibility; sustainable business
– Experience with private sector supply chain operations, gender integration, and adaptive programming approaches is preferred
– Human-centered design experience is an advantage