APPLICATION DEADLINE: JANUARY 9, 2026

Convergence is the global network for blended finance. Blended finance is the use of catalytic public or philanthropic capital to increase private sector investment in places that need it most. We are the source for everything blended finance, including deals, data, reports, trainings, convenings and much more. At Convergence, we believe that blended finance can disrupt traditional development finance as we know it, by attracting private sector funds to developing countries in volumes never before seen.

Convergence is headquartered in Toronto, but we operate globally and have a presence in Nairobi, Kigali, Singapore, La Paz, and Washington, DC. Over the last ten years, we have built a robust network of over 200 public, private, and philanthropic investors as well as sponsors of transactions and funds. Convergence has the most complete dataset on blended finance (our Market Data) and draws on that growing repository to present fact-based views to the field. To accelerate advances in the field, Convergence also provides grants and support through its Blended Finance Accelerator, which enables the design and launch of new blended finance solutions. 

We are small but mighty. Join us if you want to be part of an energetic team with a unique role at the intersection of development and finance. We are passionate about and united around the goal of directing money to where it’s needed most – into developing countries and towards achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. We have built a culture defined by our diversity, inclusivity, and ability to get things done. In this relatively new and growing organization, you can be sure that you’ll have a voice and leave your mark. Finally, we take our team members’ growth and well-being seriously, so we offer opportunities for professional development and team building as well as flexible schedules and generous time-off policies.

We are currently seeking a Director of Market Insights and Capacity Building to elevate our knowledge and data (Market Insights) offerings and Capacity Building programming. This person would be responsible for guiding various workstreams including our efforts to produce case studies, data briefs, and Market Data as well as other field building publications such as our annual keystone reports, The State of Blended Finance and The State of Climate Blended Finance. This role is instrumental in ensuring Convergence is at the forefront of the blended finance market, by building the evidence base for the field and pushing it forward. 

POSITION DESCRIPTION

This role will report to the CEO and will be a member of the management team. They will be responsible for overseeing 2 to 3 direct reports (a total team of 6-7) and will focus on strategically guiding and enhancing our overall Market Insights and Capacity Building efforts. This person will collaborate across the organization and work closely with the COO and Head of Communications to ensure we effectively produce and disseminate a robust content program that: i) ensures the organization is at the forefront of the blended finance market, ii) serves to influence and advocate for blended finance as a private investment mobilization tool for emerging markets, and iii) responds to Convergence members’ and partners’ needs and interests.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

In addition to the responsibilities below, the Director, in partnership with the CEO and management team, is expected to generate leads that result in both financial and in-kind resource mobilization to grow Convergence’s market positioning,  striving for an effective balance between fee-for-service projects and the development of Convergence’s self-driven core knowledge products.

• Shape and refine the strategic direction for Convergence’s overall market-building knowledge agenda, with the goal of delivering content that influences and advocates for more effective and efficient use of blended finance in emerging markets; set clear strategic priorities for the Market Insights and Capacity Building teams to implement over the next 12–24 months that charts a path for Convergence to remain at the forefront of the blended finance market in an evolving development finance landscape
• Proactively lead the development and delivery of new content and capacity building offerings that complement and build off existing offerings (e.g., case studies, data insights, reports, learning sessions, roundtables), ensuring they maximize reach and impact.
• Strengthen alignment between Market Insights and Capacity Building offerings by ensuring research, data analysis, and learning offerings reinforce one another and present a consistent, high-quality narrative to the market.
• Independently author compelling thought leadership and key messaging that amplifies Convergence’s positioning on blended finance; collaborate with the Head of Communications to craft strategic narratives and represent Convergence externally by fielding media requests and interviews.
• Strengthen existing and identify new partnerships with research organizations, data providers, and think tanks to reach high-priority stakeholders while leveraging Convergence’s core strengths.
• Enhance Convergence’s Market Data and Market Data Explorer by identifying new opportunities to extract value and pursuing and strengthening data partnerships to improve coverage and analysis capabilities, including bolstering the availability of hard-to-find data (e.g., returns, concessionally terms).
• Provide strategic guidance, mentor junior staff, and foster a collaborative, solutions-oriented team culture; support staff by removing bottlenecks, building capacity, and establishing internal processes for efficient, high-quality project delivery.
• Represent Convergence externally at key industry events, high-level forums, and partner convenings, articulating evidence-based messages that influence market practice and strengthen Convergence’s visibility.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

We are looking for candidates with 12+ years of experience including 3-5 years as a thought leader and change agent with demonstrable experience working to influence individuals and institutions in the blended finance ecosystem. If not based in Toronto, ability to travel periodically to Toronto, where the team is based, is required. The ideal candidate will have:

• Excellent communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Deep understanding of knowledge gaps with respect to blended finance and private sector mobilization
• Demonstrated experience developing or leading complex research agendas in blended finance, impact investing, climate finance, or adjacent areas.
• Comfort working with data-driven insights, including shaping analytical approaches, guiding data teams, or developing data partnerships.
• Experience designing or delivering executive education, practitioner learning, or capacity building programs for development or finance audiences.
• A network of contacts in the private, public, and philanthropic spheres that can be activated to build strategic partnerships and mobilize resources
• Experience leading and mentoring direct reports in person and/or remotely. . 
• Academic background and a degree in finance, law, public policy or international development and/or relations and experience of familiarity with data analysis software such as Tableau. 
• Although not required, direct experience in grant making, structuring, or managing investments in emerging markets is a plus

Convergence does not support visas and candidates should be eligible to work in one of the posted locations.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

As part of your application, please include a short, persuasive writing sample (e.g., op-ed), no more than 1000 words, that you have produced on a field/sector level topic related to blended finance (e.g. innovative finance, investing in emerging markets etc.). We are looking to hire quickly and so will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis; applicants are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible before January 9, 2026. Please note that due to the high volume of applications, we will only contact applicants selected for an interview.