P4F Investment Support

Company Description: Systemiq is the system change company, working to accelerate the transition to a net-zero, nature-positive and more inclusive economy. As a certified B Corp, we partner with business, finance, policymakers and civil society to transform five interconnected systems: energy, nature and food, materials and circularity, sustainable finance, and urban transformation. We bring together strategy, policy, market design and capital mobilisation to deliver tangible results in the real economy. Founded in 2016, Systemiq has grown to a global team of more than 300 people across Brazil, France, Germany, Indonesia, Kenya, the Netherlands, the UK and the US, united by a singular focus on sustainability. Programme Description: Partnerships for Forest is a global initiative funded P4F is funded by UK International Development, delivered by Systemiq and Palladium and which runs until January 2030. At Partnerships for Forests (P4F), we mobilise private investment into sustainable businesses that regenerate and protect tropical forest landscapes, empower local communities, and foster inclusive, long term growth. We do this by helping businesses grow and scale, while also working to create supportive conditions for them to succeed – through improved policies and regulations, and by increasing market demand for sustainable, forest-friendly products. More information can be found at https://partnershipsforforests.com/ Location: Jakarta, Indonesia Contract: 12 monh FTC (very likely to extend to a longer term contract) Platform Lead: Nature & Food About the Role: Junior Investment Associate, P4F (Southeast Asia) The Junior Southeast Asia Investment Associate (S EA I A) plays a critical role in identifying and shaping high-impact forest-friendly grant and technical assistance investments within the P4F portfolio. The SEA IA will be embedded in the Southeast Asia regional team and will report to the South East Asia Investment Manager. The Junior SEA Investment Associate will support investment-related analysis, business planning, and project design to help scale impact within P4F’s portfolio. This role demands a combination of strategic insight, financial modelling skills, relationship management, and a strong delivery mindset. Key Responsibilities Pipeline development and opportunity analysis Work with the Regional Manager to shape a strategic and balanced project pipeline and manage technical assistance accordingly. Assess new project opportunities by conducting robust investment analysis to evaluate project fit with programme criteria. Develop financial and technical insights/factsheets to communicate key points on certain value chains and the pipeline opportunities. Investment analysis and proposal development Lead the development of clear, investor-ready business plans with project partners, including financial modelling and commercial strategy, in close coordination with Regional Manager. Provide support to other Project Officers (POs) on the design and development of documents for approval by committees. Provide advice and analysis into structuring partnerships, including roles, risks, and expected impact outcomes. Implementation support Lead development of projects in the same way as a Project Officer, ensuring deadlines are managed and stakeholders are engaged Deliver ongoing problem-solving support to approved projects as they progress toward scale and investment readiness. Contribute to regional strategic planning and reporting to inform decision-making and align with FCDO and programme targets. Support the development and management of the south east asia investment network and collaboration alongside the South East Asia Investment Manager. Work closely with Regional Manager to manage Technical Assistance resources and grant implementation that are directly related to the scope of business strategy and private investment mobilization (e.g. business plan, business scale-up strategy, market research/go-to- market strategy…