Project Lead

Tri-Sector Associates is a social innovation and advisory firm whose mission is to solve complex societal challenges by shaping funding systems to scale and sustain what works. 

To do so, we work at the intersection of government, philanthropy, and the private sector to design and structure new cross-sector collaboration models - including Pay-for-Success, blended finance, and mission-driven coalitions – which enable the most effective innovations to achieve the impact we need.

Our work has been recognised by  the World Economic Forum, Stanford Social Innovation Review, Forbes, and the Oxford Government Outcomes Lab. We are supported by Temasek Trust, the Economic Development Board of Singapore, and leading philanthropists who believe in building an innovation ecosystem for Asia's next 50 years.

For more information, visit https://trisector.org/

As a Project Leader at Tri-Sector, you will support the directing of capital towards catalysing measurable social and environmental impact. You will work on previously untested models, shape cross-sector strategies, and create structures that unlock funding and collaboration where it would not otherwise flow. 

You will lead multi-stakeholder engagements end-to-end - from problem framing and model design, to financial structuring, contracting, and implementation - working directly with senior decision-makers across government, philanthropy, and the private sector. 

This role is for someone who thrives in intellectually demanding environments, operates with high autonomy, and is motivated by creating scalable, lasting social change through rigorous, cross-sector solutions.

• Lead problem analysis, systems mapping, and solution design across policy, finance, and programme dimensions.
• Structure innovative financing vehicles for both environmental (e.g., energy transition, nature-based solutions) and social objectives (e.g., just transition, community livelihoods), such as impact bonds, blended finance vehicles, guarantees, debt swaps, and advanced market commitments.
• Lead the design of accelerator platforms and venture studio concepts across social and environmental themes, shaping both programme and technical mechanics.
• Craft compelling narratives and deliverables that influence senior decision-makers.

• Serve as the day-to-day lead for engagements, managing relationships with senior government officials, funders, and delivery partners.
• Facilitate alignment among stakeholders with divergent incentives; navigate sensitive political, organisational, and sector dynamics.
• Communicate complex ideas simply, clearly, and persuasively.

• Own the project workplan, budget, and delivery outcomes; ensure engagements stay on track and meet client needs.
• Build and own complex structured financial models (e.g., DCF, blended finance stacks, project finance models, valuation frameworks) to support transaction design and analysis.
• Analyse legal and tax implications relevant to cross-border structures, SPVs, fund vehicles, and hybrid capital arrangements, working closely with advisors.
• Ensure analysis, designs, and recommendations are robust, evidence-based, and technically sound.

• Contribute to TSA's intellectual property, methodologies, training materials, and knowledge base.
• Lead internal initiatives that strengthen TSA's systems, culture, and organisational effectiveness.
• Represent TSA at ecosystem convenings, roundtables, and thought leadership platforms.
  

TSA is intentionally designed as an accelerator for high-potential talent.

We cross-train team members across the core disciplines of modern social innovation:

• Strategy consulting (problem structuring, analysis, storytelling)
• Financial modelling & innovative finance (catalytic capital, blended finance, market structuring)
• Philanthropy and donor advisory
• Government policy and public sector transformation
• Evaluation, outcomes measurement, and data analytics
• Ecosystem and coalition-building

You will work in small, elite teams that prioritise feedback, coaching, and rapid development. Because TSA is lean and fast-moving, your learning curve will be significantly steeper than in a large institution.

Many of our alumni go on to leadership roles in philanthropy, consulting, big tech, venture building, or start their own initiatives - while others accelerate directly into Principal and Director roles within TSA.

You will thrive in this role if you bring:

• Structured problem-solving and insight: You diagnose root causes, apply rigorous and evidence-based analysis, and arrive at clear conclusions that enable sound decision-making.
• Clear, compelling communication: You synthesise complexity into concise, well-crafted written, verbal, and visual narratives that drive alignment and action.
• Delivery excellence and reliability: You consistently deliver high-quality work that meets or exceeds expectations, even under ambiguity or pressure.
• Sound judgement and ownership: You take proactive ownership of outcomes, make well-reasoned decisions under uncertainty, and know when to act independently or seek input.
• Collaboration and team enablement: You strengthen team performance by supporting others, organising work effectively, and engaging in respectful, constructive challenge.
• Intellectual contribution and firm-building: You contribute insights, tools, or approaches that strengthen TSA's capabilities and long-term impact.
• Integrity and continuous development: You act with integrity, accountability, and humility, actively seek feedback, and invest in your own growth while living TSA's values.

Most strong candidates will have:

• 3 to 6 years of experience in consulting or investment banking, or 6 to 8 years of experience in public policy, impact investing, development finance, evaluation, or venture building.
• Deep understanding of capital stacks (first-loss, guarantees, mezzanine) and familiarity with term sheets and fund mechanics.
• Technical understanding of high-integrity credits for nature & carbon, MRV (Measurement, Reporting, Verification), and nature metrics.
• Prior exposure and understanding of legal and tax implications of blended finance (preferred but not mandatory).

You will build solutions that the field has not yet tested at scale. You will work on catalytic models and deploy innovative finance that changes how social impact is funded.

You will partner directly with government agencies, nation-level institutions, philanthropies, multilaterals, investors, and leading ecosystem actors.

You will be trained across a rare combination of strategy consulting, innovative finance, philanthropy advisory, evaluation, and policy design.

You will take on accelerated responsibility, lead client relationships early, and progress quickly based on performance. Small teams = high visibility.

You will join a team that is as relational and supportive as we are analytical and ambitious. We are grounded in purpose, values-guided, and mission-driven. We care about the people we serve and the people we work with.

You will operate in an environment that recognises we run marathons, not sprints. We are in it for the long haul, so we offer a healthier pace than traditional consulting while maintaining a high bar.

You will contribute to our intellectual property, methodologies, culture, and organisational growth. As a young, ambitious firm building an innovation ecosystem for Asia, your ideas will directly influence how TSA evolves.

At TSA, we believe that people do their best work when they are supported, trusted, and empowered. Our benefits and development approach reflect that.

• Competitive compensation package benchmarked to market standards and commensurate to relevant professional experience
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, including for mental health
• 21 days of annual leave
• Regular 1:1s for coaching and feedback
• Mobile phone allowance
• Access to cross-sector learning opportunities, events, and conferences
• Annual professional development budget for training, certifications, and courses
• Remote work and work-from-home arrangements
• Team retreats and offsite cohesion days
• Laptop and software support, including for AI tools
• The chance to shape systems-level outcomes in the social impact sector for Singapore and the wider region
  

To apply, submit your resume together with some helpful information for us to begin your hiring process.

Applications will be processed and reviewed on a rolling basis and will be closed upon successful hiring of a candidate. A typical hiring process involves the following rounds:

1. A virtual interview to assess general suitability for the role and for the organisation,
2. A case round where candidates get the chance to showcase their skills on a written case and prepared case interview, and
3. An in-person interview with the CEO/DCE.

On a case-by-case basis, there may be more or less rounds depending on the candidate's overall experience and role fit, including the chance to meet the rest of the TSA team. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we may only be able to notify shortlisted candidates.