Selection process developed by matteria

Location and Work Mode

Brussels, Belgium - Hybrid work mode.

Who we are

Impact Investing Fund

Purpose of the Position

The Chief Executive Officer will drive the fund’s next phase of growth and positioning. This leader will sharpen our value proposition; unlock new, diversified revenue streams; and ensure our relevance in an evolving impact ecosystem.

The ideal candidate brings a visionary yet grounded leadership style —entrepreneurial, politically astute, and fluent in both systems thinking and practical execution. They will be the public face of the fund and an internal coach to a high-performing, values-aligned team.

Key Responsibilities

• Revenue Strategy & Diversification: Develop and implement a robust strategy to diversify revenue streams—including EU partnerships, philanthropic and public funding, monetization of services, and new entrepreneurial channels.

• Organizational Leadership: Lead, coach, and empower a seasoned Leadership Team toward clear goals and high performance, including setting KPIs and reporting on strategic and operational progress.

• Market Positioning & Communications: Ensure the fund’s visibility, narrative clarity, and brand positioning as a European leader in impact.

• Policy Influence: Represent members and partners in key EU policy debates, aligning institutional efforts with emerging market needs and policy developments.

• Strategic Evaluation: Monitor and assess network-wide impact and identify future initiatives to strengthen the ecosystem’s capacity for systemic change.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Increased financial resilience through diversified revenue streams
• A performing leadership team with measurable results by mid-2026
• Growth in strategic alignment
• Recognized market positioning as a premier impact ecosystem player by 2026

Requirements and competences to work with us

Experience

• Proven ability to scale impact initiatives
• Strong record of leading organizational transformation and strategic execution

Competencies

• Revenue Diversification Expertise: Entrepreneurial mindset with experience designing innovative funding models and securing multi-stakeholder backing

• Networking & Credibility in the Impact Sector: Strong presence in Europe and trusted engagement with high-level stakeholders across public, private, and civil society sectors

• Strategic Leadership: Ability to position a fund as a leader in a competitive and evolving field, connecting strategy with delivery

• Team Leadership & Cohesion: Demonstrated ability to build and sustain high-performing, mission-aligned teams

• Policy Advocacy Knowledge: Deep understanding of EU policy frameworks and capacity to influence relevant debate.

Our team profile

We are:

• Purpose-Driven – United by a shared commitment to impact
• Results-Oriented – Rigorous in measuring both financial and social performance
• Diversity-Embracing – Proud of our multicultural, multidisciplinary team
• We believe in bold ideas, collaborative leadership, and systems change.

Reasons to join our team

• A highly visible leadership role in a very dynamic impact investment fund
• Opportunities for global representation, convening, and thought leadership
• A collaborative, diverse, and inclusive environment with purpose at its core
• Direct exposure to senior policymakers, institutional funders, and sector innovators