Team Lead -MCC Belize Secondary Education Improvement Activity

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  • Added Date: Tuesday, 03 December 2024
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FHI 360 is a global development organization, with a rigorous, evidence-based approach to human development. Our team of professionals includes experts in education, health, nutrition, economic development, civil society, environment and research. FHI 360 operates from over 60 offices with more than 4,000 employees in the United States and around the world. Our commitment to partnerships at all levels and our multi-disciplinary approach allows us to have a lasting impact on the people, communities and countries we serve by improving the lives of millions.

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Team Lead for the upcoming MCC Belize Secondary Education Improvement Activity to improve access to and retention through secondary school. This position will be based in Belize and is contingent upon award.

Project Description

The Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) and the Government of Belize (GOB) have signed a $16 million, 5-year Compact that aims to address the binding constraints of low-quality education and high electricity costs by equitably increasing the number of post-primary graduates with the skills relevant to labor market demands and lowering the wholesale cost of electricity in real terms. Under the Compact, an Education Project will invest in Belizeโ€™s secondary education and technical and vocational education training (TVET) sector.

Position Description

The Team Lead is responsible for providing overall leadership, management oversight, and technical direction for the program, ensuring an integrated vision and implementation across components and actors, with a focus on achieving the results defined in the award. The Team Leadโ€™s responsibilities include managing the annual work plan and budgeting process; creating, developing and managing an effective project management team; overseeing an effective monitoring and evaluation system; and coordinating activities and partners to achieve results. This individual will be the primary liaison with the MCA Belize entity and MCC, key stakeholders, and other implementing partners. The Team Lead will be expected to identify issues and risks related to program implementation in a timely manner and make appropriate program adjustments. They will supervise activity implementation and ensure activities and deliverables meet stated goals and reporting requirements. The Team Lead will have demonstrated ability to work in complex environments, across different cultures, and manage diverse teams to deliver impact.

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