Impact Investing MD — Conservation Finance Leader

World Wildlife Fund, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 181,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

World Wildlife Fund (WWF) seeks a Managing Director, WWF Impact in Washington, DC to lead the NFI team. You will oversee partnerships with external asset managers and manage a portfolio of direct investments aligning conservation and finance goals.

The role requires 15+ years in financial services, advanced finance degree, and ability to mobilize capital for conservation finance. Travel up to 25% and global collaboration are expected.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in financial services, including private equity or impact investing.
• Advanced degree in finance, economics, or related field.
• Experience with blended finance, portfolio management, and deal structuring.

Responsibilities

• Lead WWF Impact within the Nature Finance and Investment (NFI) team and oversee partnerships with asset managers.
• Manage catalytic early-stage investments and investment portfolio, including due diligence and governance processes.
• Drive resource mobilization and external engagement with donors, investors, and partners.
• Build and manage a growing WWF Impact team and budget.
• Represent WWF Impact in external events and across global networks; travel up to 25%.

Skills

Financial analysis

Investment strategy

Multilateral finance experience

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Financial modeling

Education

Master's degree in finance or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

World Wildlife Fund (WWF) seeks a Managing Director, WWF Impact in Washington, DC to lead the NFI team. You will oversee partnerships with external asset managers and manage a portfolio of direct investments aligning conservation and finance goals.

The role requires 15+ years in financial services, advanced finance degree, and ability to mobilize capital for conservation finance. Travel up to 25% and global collaboration are expected.