Resident Country Director (Belize), MC-0301-2D

Summary The Resident Country Director (RCD) reports to the Deputy Vice President for Europe, Asia, the Pacific and Latin America. The RCD will be physically based in Belize. As an official U.S. Government employee (USG), the RCD will be part of the USG country team and will collaborate closely with the U.S. Embassy in Belize. MCC uses a pay banded system to compensate employees. This position is pay band MC-2D which is generally equal to SES/SL pay only. Learn more about this agency Requirements Conditions of Employment Must be able to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance More than 1 job may be filled if additional vacancies occur within 120 days Some domestic and international travel may be required Relocation expenses will not be paid Qualifications Qualifying experience for the MC-2d level includes ten years of relevant work experience in developing or transitioning countries, preferably in the Caribbean or Central America, and most specifically in Belize, either in the private sector or with an international financial institution, multilateral organization, international or local NGO, the USG or other internationally-focused entity. Examples of specialized experience includes: (1) experience leading, managing, analyzing, designing, or providing advisory services for large scale (over $10 million) international development programs, particularly in the education and energy sectors; (2) experience as a team leader or project manager managing large-scale infrastructure, policy and institutional reform, and/or technical assistance programs in developing or emerging markets; (3) developing, negotiating and managing complex international projects and/or partnerships with multimillion dollar annual budgets in a multidisciplinary team environment; (4) experience starting up new programs or businesses in developing or emerging markets; and (5) management-level experience in the private sector, bilateral or multilateral development organizations, or an international NGO. NOTE: This experience MUST be well documented within your resume or application. HIGHLY DESIRED: Experience living and working in developing countries at a senior management level, preferably in the Caribbean or Central America, and most specifically in Belize. Demonstrated international experience in managing/supervising large, multi-sector investment programs (over $10 million), including preparation, supervision and execution of workplans and budgets. International experience developing and/or implementing projects in or related to the education and energy sectors. An advanced degree in international development, education, business, engineering, law, or other relevant discipline. Familiarity with Caribbean and/or Central American culture. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: A successful candidate for the RCD position must be able to interact effectively with others, both within the assigned country and with MCC headquarters. In-country, continuous communication with the U.S. Embassy and the host-country government, including at very senior levels, is required. Electronic communication is the most common method of communications with MCC headquarters, and candidates should note their level of proficiency in specific software packages and internet uses. MCC expects both oral and written communications to be clear, accurate, and articulate. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit may be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. To receive credit you must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours worked per week. A new hire's direct and overall experience are critical factors in determining a salary offer. It is important that your resume fully reflects all of your directly-related work experience. Salary offers include three key factors: The selectee's directly related experience at the same level as the position. The selectee's overall experience in a particular area. The salaries of employees in similar positions and with similar levels of experience. MCC also takes the selectee's skill set into account. Applicants should note that salary offers seldom fall near the upper end of the salary range listed in the vacancy announcement. Salary may be set from the minimum to the midpoint of the salary range of the pay band. In some instances, based on a selectee's extensive experience directly related to the position, salary may be set at or above the mid-point up to the maximum salary for that pay band. See information on MCC base pay ranges and salary structure (https://www.mcc.gov/careers/ compensation/). Additional information This is a FULL-TIME Excepted Service TERM POSITION not-to-exceed 84 months. The successful candidate for the RCD position will enter into a service agreement with MCC that sets forth the details and requirements of the service term. Required international travel may be as low as 15% of the time, but travel in country may be as high as 50% of the time. If chosen for an interview, you may be requested to prepare and present additional job related information, which may include, but not limited to: responses to the knowledge, skills and abilities; completion of a work sample; or response/presentation to a case study on a MCC program. Candidates will be notified of the requirements and information needed through their USAJOBS account. RECRUITMENT/RELOCATION BONUS may be authorized for this position. If you are not a current federal employee this position may authorize a one time Recruitment bonus to be paid over a specified period. Selected individual will be required to a sign service agreement prior to receiving any bonus payments. If you are a current federal employee this position may authorize a one time Relocation bonus to be paid over a specified period. Selected individual will be required to a sign service agreement prior to receiving any bonus payments. SELECTIVE SERVICE: Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for the Selective Service. Selectee may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience. The position may be filled by reassignment, change to lower level, transfer, appointment, or reinstatement. Management may use any one or any combination of these methods to fill the position. You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement. Please note that qualification claims will be subject to verification. Your pay will be set within the range specified in this vacancy announcement and will be based on your qualifications, education, experience, training, and availability of funds. If the position is advertised with promotion potential, the selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition. Selection at a lower pay band level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level, nor is the promise of promotion implied. DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE: PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. If your resume/ application does not support your questionnaire answers, we will not allow credit for your response(s). Your resume must contain sufficiently detailed information upon which to make a qualification determination. Selectee may be required to complete a Public Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 278) or a Confidential Financial Disclosure Form (OGE 450). You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government contractor issued travel card to be used for official business. Selectee may be required to complete a probationary/trial period. Read more Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.