Redefining strategic direction for Opportunity International Australia in India and Indonesia

• Aug 13, 2025
• 2 min

Opportunity International Australia (OIA) recognized the need to realign its approach. This was done in response to the rapidly evolving microfinance and financial inclusion landscape, shifting client behaviors, digital adoption trends, and changes in the regulatory and socioeconomic environment. MSC supported OIA in its efforts to redefine its strategic direction in India and Indonesia and developed an efficient and forward-looking transformation roadmap.  

We helped identify strategic priorities for the organization to remain relevant and impactful in a shifting development context. We accounted for increased digital adoption, a deeper policy focus on financial inclusion, and growth in demand for resilience-focused financial solutions. Our team conducted secondary research, analyzed program data, reviewed partner documentation, and used its deep market intelligence across Asia to generate insights on client aspirations, funding trends, and sector evolution.   

The strategic roadmap developed by MSC articulated a set of high-potential focus areas for OIA, which included digital transformation of partner MFIs, strengthened gender-inclusive models, and expanded support for underserved communities through innovative financial solutions. The roadmap also offered guidance on market positioning, funding strategies, and alignment with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially those related to poverty reduction, women’s empowerment, and inclusive economic growth.    

A key outcome of this engagement was a strategic blueprint that guided OIA to make informed decisions about its future direction in India and Indonesia. The engagement provided clarity on where and how OIA could drive the greatest value through a sharper focus on inclusion, adaptability to market shifts, and alignment with long-term development goals. It highlighted strategic levers for influence, investment, and innovation, rooted in a strong understanding of client aspirations, institutional readiness, and ecosystem opportunities.