DescriptionWhy RTIRTI International is an independent, scientific research institute dedicated to improving the human condition. Our vision is to address the world's most critical problems with technical and science-based solutions in pursuit of a better future. Clients rely on us to answer questions that demand an objective and multidisciplinary approach—one that integrates expertise across social, statistical, data, and laboratory sciences, engineering, and other technical disciplines to solve the world’s most challenging problems.We believe in the promise of science and technical solutions, and we push ourselves every day to deliver on that promise for the good of people, communities, and businesses in the US and around the world. If you are looking for the opportunity to make a real difference, RTI is the place for you. About the Hiring GroupThis project would sit within the Center for International Development (CID). CID implements large-scale, multidisciplinary projects across health, energy, agriculture, water, and education by leveraging RTI’s deep cross-Institutional knowledge, proven solutions, and contextual expertise to increase global impact by improving lives, driving economic growth, and enhancing stability in fragile and developing geographies. What You'll DoProject Summary The Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) and the Government of Belize (GOB) have an anticipated five-year, $23M Education Project that will aim to invest in Belize’s secondary education and technical and vocational education training (TVET) sector. The purpose of the Equipping Secondary Educators Program Partnership is to develop, implement, and sustain the Equipping Educators Sub-Activity of the Education Project. The sub activity aims to improve the quality of secondary school educational leadership and teaching through capacity building and providing teaching and learning resources. Specifically, the Equipping Secondary Educators Program Partnership Project will focus on: Secondary School Leaders Professional Development Secondary School Teachers Professional Development Secondary Teacher Pre-Service Training Enhanced Teaching and Learning Materials We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Team Leader for the upcoming MCC Belize Equipping Secondary Educators Program Partnership Project. This position will be based in Belize and is contingent upon award. Position Summary The Team Leader provides strategic leadership, management, and technical direction for the program, ensuring an integrated vision across all components to achieve high-impact results. As the primary liaison with MCA-Belize, the Ministry of Education, Culture, Science and Technology (MoECST), and other key stakeholders, the Team Lead proactively identifies and mitigates implementation risks, making timely program adjustments as needed. This position will be based in Belize City, Belize. Your primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to: Lead technical design and implementation of program activities to ensure alignment with project objectives, fostering impactful collaboration and shared goals with consortium partners. Provide technical and managerial leadership, supporting team capacity building and ensuring alignment with donor and government priorities. Develop and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders, including the Government of Belize, educational institutions, and partner organizations. Lead regular partnership planning meetings to ensure alignment of goals, facilitate co-creation of strategies, and foster mutual accountability among all parties involved in the implementation of the Equipping Educators Sub-Activity. Oversee development and execution of work plans, budgets, and strategies, coordinating closely with MCA-Belize, MoECST, partner organizations, and other donor-funded education initiatives to achieve project objectives. Ensure high standards for quality and timeliness of project deliverables, consistently meeting technical benchmarks and project requirements. Manage preparation and submission of progress reports, budget, annual work plans, and other deliverables to the MCA-Belize, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with project timelines. Plan, direct, and coordinate activities to meet project goals, timelines, and budget requirements, establishing teams and procedures that drive compliance and success. Maintain strict adherence to project requirements, ensuring that activities meet cost, schedule, and quality parameters in line with RTI policies and project standards. Collaborate with the home office project support team, providing regular updates on project progress and key milestones. Prepare and deliver status reports, budget information, and necessary documentation to maintain transparency and accountability. Foster an inclusive, collaborative, high-morale work environment that supports staff engagement, teamwork, and retention. What You'll NeedMaster’s degree in international development, education, public administration, public policy, or a related field and 14 years of relevant work experience; Bachelor's degree in international development, education, public administration, public policy, or a related field and 18 years of relevant work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.Prior experience in similar education intervention activities, and experience managing complex international donor-funded development activities. Proven experience as a Project Director, Team Lead, Deputy Chief of Party, Chief of Party, or equivalent, with a strong record of successfully managing large, multifaceted teams. Demonstrated expertise in two or more of the following areas: teacher training and development, school administration, pre-service teacher training, curriculum development, or education policy development. Deep in secondary education and pre-service training systems, with demonstrated experience collaborating with ministries of education or equivalent governmental bodies to drive and enhance educational outcomes. Demonstrated skills in leadership, effective organizational development, partnership building, management, team building, and communication. Strong knowledge of, and commitment to, gender and social equity issues in education; expertise in gender equality and social inclusion preferred. Demonstrated ability to work across different cultures and manage diverse teams to deliver impact within agreed timelines. Commitment to inclusive programming that encourages full participation of individuals regardless of gender, disability status, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or other marginalized status. Prior experience working in Belize on education initiatives is highly preferred, with an understanding of the local educational context. Ability to speak and write in English equivalent to a native speaker. EEO & Pay Equity StatementsFor San Francisco, CA USA Job Postings Only: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Further information is available here. RTI accepts applications to our job openings from candidates with criminal histories or conviction records in accordance with all applicable laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. For Applicants in Massachusetts Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. The anticipated pay range for this role is listed below. Our pay ranges represent national averages and may vary by location as a geographic differential may be applied to some locations within the United States. RTI considers multiple factors when making an offer including, for example: established salary range, internal budget, business needs, and education and years of work experience possessed by the applicant. Further, salary is merely one element to our offer.At RTI, we demonstrate our commitment to rewarding individual and team achievement through a total rewards package. This package includes (among other things) a competitive base salary, a generous paid time off policy, merit based annual increases, bonus opportunities and a robust recognition program. Other benefits include a competitive range of insurance plans (including health, dental, life, and short-term and long-term disability), access to a retirement savings program such as a 401(k) plan, paid parental leave for all parents, financial assistance with adoption expenses or infertility treatments, financial reimbursement for education and developmental opportunities, an employee assistance program, and numerous other offerings to support a healthy work-life balance
ResponsibilitiesProject Summary The Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) and the Government of Belize (GOB) have an anticipated five-year, $23M Education Project that will aim to invest in Belize’s secondary education and technical and vocational education training (TVET) sector. The purpose of the Equipping Secondary Educators Program Partnership is to develop, implement, and sustain the Equipping Educators Sub-Activity of the Education Project. The sub activity aims to improve the quality of secondary school educational leadership and teaching through capacity building and providing teaching and learning resources. Specifically, the Equipping Secondary Educators Program Partnership Project will focus on: Secondary School Leaders Professional Development Secondary School Teachers Professional Development Secondary Teacher Pre-Service Training Enhanced Teaching and Learning Materials We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Team Leader for the upcoming MCC Belize Equipping Secondary Educators Program Partnership Project. This position will be based in Belize and is contingent upon award. Position Summary The Team Leader provides strategic leadership, management, and technical direction for the program, ensuring an integrated vision across all components to achieve high-impact results. As the primary liaison with MCA-Belize, the Ministry of Education, Culture, Science and Technology (MoECST), and other key stakeholders, the Team Lead proactively identifies and mitigates implementation risks, making timely program adjustments as needed. This position will be based in Belize City, Belize. Your primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to: Lead technical design and implementation of program activities to ensure alignment with project objectives, fostering impactful collaboration and shared goals with consortium partners. Provide technical and managerial leadership, supporting team capacity building and ensuring alignment with donor and government priorities. Develop and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders, including the Government of Belize, educational institutions, and partner organizations. Lead regular partnership planning meetings to ensure alignment of goals, facilitate co-creation of strategies, and foster mutual accountability among all parties involved in the implementation of the Equipping Educators Sub-Activity. Oversee development and execution of work plans, budgets, and strategies, coordinating closely with MCA-Belize, MoECST, partner organizations, and other donor-funded education initiatives to achieve project objectives. Ensure high standards for quality and timeliness of project deliverables, consistently meeting technical benchmarks and project requirements. Manage preparation and submission of progress reports, budget, annual work plans, and other deliverables to the MCA-Belize, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with project timelines. Plan, direct, and coordinate activities to meet project goals, timelines, and budget requirements, establishing teams and procedures that drive compliance and success. Maintain strict adherence to project requirements, ensuring that activities meet cost, schedule, and quality parameters in line with RTI policies and project standards. Collaborate with the home office project support team, providing regular updates on project progress and key milestones. Prepare and deliver status reports, budget information, and necessary documentation to maintain transparency and accountability. Foster an inclusive, collaborative, high-morale work environment that supports staff engagement, teamwork, and retention
QualificationMaster’s degree in international development, education, public administration, public policy, or a related field and 14 years of relevant work experience; Bachelor's degree in international development, education, public administration, public policy, or a related field and 18 years of relevant work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.Prior experience in similar education intervention activities, and experience managing complex international donor-funded development activities. Proven experience as a Project Director, Team Lead, Deputy Chief of Party, Chief of Party, or equivalent, with a strong record of successfully managing large, multifaceted teams. Demonstrated expertise in two or more of the following areas: teacher training and development, school administration, pre-service teacher training, curriculum development, or education policy development. Deep in secondary education and pre-service training systems, with demonstrated experience collaborating with ministries of education or equivalent governmental bodies to drive and enhance educational outcomes. Demonstrated skills in leadership, effective organizational development, partnership building, management, team building, and communication. Strong knowledge of, and commitment to, gender and social equity issues in education; expertise in gender equality and social inclusion preferred. Demonstrated ability to work across different cultures and manage diverse teams to deliver impact within agreed timelines. Commitment to inclusive programming that encourages full participation of individuals regardless of gender, disability status, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or other marginalized status. Prior experience working in Belize on education initiatives is highly preferred, with an understanding of the local educational context. Ability to speak and write in English equivalent to a native speaker