Portfolio Lead – Financial Institutions Services

Water.org

Portfolio Lead responsible for managing financial institutions services to drive growth in Central & South Asia. Leading high-performing teams and strategic planning for sustainable growth in the water sector.

Posted 6/16/2026contractRemote • TajikistanSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead portfolio planning and execution, ensuring delivery against financial targets, performance objectives, and key milestones
Oversee the full partner account lifecycle, ensuring adoption of global frameworks, tools, and best practices across:
- Partnership design
- Solution development
- Field monitoring and reporting
Monitor and drive portfolio health, identifying risks and opportunities across markets
Build and maintain strong relationships with senior decision-makers across partner institutions
Drive sustainable growth across new and existing accounts in the region
Identify and develop partnerships with:
- Banks and microfinance institutions (MFIs)
- MSME / SME-focused financial institutions
- Organizations expanding access to finance, including water and sanitation solutions
Expand regional footprint by identifying new market opportunities and partnership models
Deliver timely, accurate reporting on portfolio performance, including:
- Financial performance and growth metrics
- Impact delivery progress
- Funding utilization and forecasts
Provide insights to senior stakeholders to inform strategy and decision-making
Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team across multiple markets
Align team priorities to strategic goals and ensure accountability for results
Foster collaboration across cross-functional teams to drive cohesive execution

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of progressive experience in:
- Banking, microfinance (MFI), or financial services
- Credit, lending, or portfolio management (SME / MSME focus strongly preferred)
Proven experience in:
- Business development and account growth
- Managing complex financial portfolios
- Partnering with banks, MFIs, or financial institutions
Regional experience across multiple markets (Central & South Asia strongly preferred)
Strong understanding of:
- MSME/SME lending and credit environments
- Risk and portfolio management frameworks
Experience engaging with senior stakeholders and navigating relationship-driven environments

Benefits

Comp & perks

🌐 Worldwide ❌ Jobs You've Hidden ⭐️ Saved Jobs ✅ Applied Jobs ✉️ Email Alerts 👤 Account Water.org Website LinkedIn All Job Openings 201 - 500 employees Founded 2009 🤝 Non-profit 🌍 Social Impact 💰 $150k Grant on 2022-07 Non-profit
Water & Sanitation
Social Impact Water. org is a global nonprofit organization dedicated to providing access to safe water and sanitation through innovative, affordable financing solutions. Founded by Matt Damon and Gary White, Water. org has empowered over 73 million people worldwide to access safe water and sanitation. The organization collaborates with financial institutions, corporations, and foundations to mobilize capital and break down barriers faced by people living in poverty. Water. org's efforts not only improve health outcomes but also empower women, enhance educational opportunities, and increase family income. With high ratings for transparency and financial accountability, Water. org continues to lead in addressing the water crisis across four continents. Portfolio Lead – Financial Institutions Services 🔥 32 minutes ago ⏳ Contract/Temporary 🟠 Senior 💸 Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Apply Now Find Hiring Managers Customize resume + cover letter Report problem ☆ Save ☑️ Mark as applied ❌ Hide 📋 Description
Lead portfolio planning and execution, ensuring delivery against financial targets, performance objectives, and key milestones
Oversee the full partner account lifecycle, ensuring adoption of global frameworks, tools, and best practices across:
- Partnership design
- Solution development
- Field monitoring and reporting
Monitor and drive portfolio health, identifying risks and opportunities across markets
Build and maintain strong relationships with senior decision-makers across partner institutions
Drive sustainable growth across new and existing accounts in the region
Identify and develop partnerships with:
- Banks and microfinance institutions (MFIs)
- MSME / SME-focused financial institutions
- Organizations expanding access to finance, including water and sanitation solutions
Expand regional footprint by identifying new market opportunities and partnership models
Deliver timely, accurate reporting on portfolio performance, including:
- Financial performance and growth metrics
- Impact delivery progress
- Funding utilization and forecasts
Provide insights to senior stakeholders to inform strategy and decision-making
Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team across multiple markets
Align team priorities to strategic goals and ensure accountability for results
Foster collaboration across cross-functional teams to drive cohesive execution 🎯 Requirements
10+ years of progressive experience in:
- Banking, microfinance (MFI), or financial services
- Credit, lending, or portfolio management (SME / MSME focus strongly preferred)
Proven experience in:
- Business development and account growth
- Managing complex financial portfolios
- Partnering with banks, MFIs, or financial institutions
Regional experience across multiple markets (Central & South Asia strongly preferred)
Strong understanding of:
- MSME/SME lending and credit environments
- Risk and portfolio management frameworks
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Hard Skills & Tools

portfolio managementbusiness developmentaccount growthfinancial performance metricsrisk management frameworkslendingcredit managementsolution developmentfield monitoringreporting

Soft Skills

leadershiprelationship buildingcoachingcollaborationstrategic alignmentaccountabilityinsight generationcommunicationteam developmentdecision-making