Portfolio Manager- FI Partnerships

Master Job Title: Portfolio Manager, Philippines

 About Water.org

1 in 4 people around the world lack access to safe water and 2 in 5 people don’t have access to a safe toilet. We are working every day to change this. We are Water.org. We’re here to bring water and sanitation to the world. We want to make it safe, accessible, and cost-effective because we believe that water is the way to empower a bright future that we can all share in, worldwide. We are an international nonprofit organization based in Kansas City, Missouri that has positively transformed millions of lives around the world through access to safe water and sanitation. Founded by Gary White and Matt Damon, we pioneer market-driven financial solutions to the global water crisis. For more than 30 years, we’ve been providing women hope, children health and families a bright future. 

 Join Us

We are seeking an experienced and mission‑driven Portfolio Manager to lead a team of Account Managers and strengthen our partnerships with Financial Institutions (FIs). In this role, you will guide strategic account planning, drive portfolio performance, and cultivate high-impact relationships that support financial inclusion and sustainable economic growth.

You’ll be both a people leader and a strategic business partner, ensuring your team is equipped, aligned, and empowered to deliver exceptional outcomes across a diverse portfolio of financial institution partners.

   What You’ll do

Account Planning + Management  

• Oversee and guide your team in creating and executing strategic account plans.
• Ensure delivery against performance objectives, financial targets, and key milestones.
• Serve as a senior advisor on account strategy, identifying opportunities to deepen partner engagement

Business Development 

• Lead business development efforts within your portfolio, building relationships with key decision makers across financial institutions.
• Partner with internal teams to drive growth initiatives and expand the pipeline of potential FI partners.
• Identify opportunities to elevate account performance and expand existing engagements.

 Business Metrics + Reporting  

• Consolidate, analyze, and report on account performance and business metrics for your portfolio.
• Provide clear insights on progress toward impact goals, funding utilization, and execution of partnership plans.
• Ensure leadership and cross-functional teams have the information they need to make strategic decisions.

Talent Management  

• Foster a collaborative, high-trust environment that amplifies cross-functional partnership.
• Align team efforts to organizational goals and ensure consistent delivery of high-quality results.

Why Water.org? 

At Water.org, we’re dedicated to breaking barriers to safe water access for everyone, everywhere. When you join us, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven team committed to sustainability, diversity, and making a lasting impact. We offer growth opportunities, a collaborative culture, and the chance to drive global change.

Discover what makes Water.org a great place to work

Requirements

What Makes you a great fit

• Bachelor’s degree and/or related equivalent working experience.   
• Seven or more years of progressive experience in business development and/or account management in one or more of the following areas: retail, wholesale, micro finance, micro, small and medium enterprises, and/or water & sanitation infrastructure finance/projects. 
• Proven experience of elevating account performance and/or expanding accounts and business contracts within relevant industries and markets.   
• Passionate about people management and/or mentorship with at least 1 year of experience leading a team.     
• Proficient (written and verbal) in English.  

 What Makes you standout

• Strong people leader with a track record of developing high‑performing teams and driving results in dynamic environments.
• Experience partnering with or working inside Financial Institutions, with the ability to navigate FI structures, stakeholders, and growth opportunities.

 Travel Requirement  

• Up to 25% of domestic and international travel.   

Benefits

Salary/Benefits  

This position offers country-specific benefits and market-based, competitive salary as well as periodic review for merit and incentive pay based on organizational and personal achievement.  

Being authorized to work in the country posted is a precondition of employment.

Type and Estimated Length of Employment:  

Indefinite

Water.org is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive environment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy status, military and veteran status, genetic information, and any other status protected by law.  We provide qualified applicants and employees reasonable accommodation, when necessary, to enable individuals to complete the application process and/or perform the essential functions of the job. We believe social change happens when people with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and identities come together with a common purpose. We strive to build and maintain a diverse team that will advance our mission and work and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Water.org participates in E-Verify.