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School-to-School International (STS) is a nonprofit organization based in California, USA. STS is committed to improving the lives and learning of girls and boys worldwide through thoughtful research, practice, and partnership. Since 2002, our team has partnered with individuals, government ministries, non-governmental organizations, foundations, and research institutions to improve children’s education. We have worked in over 50 countries supporting education evaluation and research; curriculum and training; and policy and planning.

School-to-School International (STS) is a nonprofit organization based in California, USA, committed to improving the lives and learning of girls and boys worldwide through thoughtful research, practice, and partnerships. For more than two decades, we have partnered with individuals, government ministries, nongovernmental organizations, private foundations, and research institutions to improve the quality of children’s learning through educational research and integrated support solutions for children in primary school. We have worked in more than 50 countries across the globe providing assistance in research and evaluation, curriculum and training, and policy and planning.

STS is currently participating in the proposal/bidding process for the $23M, Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC)-funded Equipping Secondary Educators Program Partnership (ESEPP). ESEPP is anticipated to be a five-year project that aims to improve the quality of secondary school educational leadership and teaching in Belize through capacity building and providing teaching and learning resources. 

Position Overview

The Finance Director will be responsible for the financial management, financial compliance, and financial reporting for the $23M MCC-funded Equipping Secondary Educators Program Partnership (ESEPP).

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities of the Finance Director include but are not limited to:

• Field-based budget planning and monitoring to include overseeing and managing all aspects of field-based financial operations
• Financial reporting – overseeing the preparation of monthly field finance reports, including bank reconciliation, petty cash reconciliation, and thorough documentation of expenses and receipts
• Primary liaison with bank representatives to include tracking cash balances of each bank account, making deposits, and tracking wire transfers to and from program accounts
• Provide supervision to junior staff
• Ensure that all financial transactions and procurements adhere to project and donor rules and regulations
• Oversee management and maintenance of project equipment in compliance with procurement and management system
• Support financial auditing procedures as needed
• Lead and draft other financial reports as needed
• Liaise with HQ regarding budget realignments, specific budget issues, and status of wire transfers
• Attend team meetings and organizational initiatives, as needed
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in finance management, preferably within the international development sector
• Proven experience managing large budgets, particularly with donor-funded programs (e.g., Millennium Challenge Corporation, USAID, or other major donors).
• Expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Strong understanding of financial compliance and regulations related to nonprofit organizations and international funding.
• Proficient in financial management software and tools (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or similar platforms).
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and financial modeling, as well as other applications in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and supervise financial teams, providing clear guidance and support to junior staff.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse stakeholders, including financial institutions and donor representatives.
• Strong organizational skills with an ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Environmental and Physical Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to have sufficient ordinary ambulatory skills to visit other locations; and the ability to stand, walk, stop, kneel, crouch, and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of 10-20 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard. The employee frequently is required to be in one position for long periods of screen use, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear both in person and over devices. The employee interacts in closed spaces and frequently with other workers, vendors, and clients. May be in situations which require conflict resolution. The position works in an office environment with artificial light and air.

Location and Travel

This position is based in the program office in Belize City, with domestic and international travel as needed.

Supervision and Oversight

This position reports to the ESEPP Chief of Party and supervises staff and/or consultants as needed.