Team Leader- Latin America and the Caribbean: Digital Infrastructure Projec at Banyan Global

Washington, District of Columbia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Scoping, Technical Leadership, Managerial Leadership, Digital Infrastructure, Feasibility Studies, Technical Assistance, Pilot Projects, Stakeholder Engagement, Quality Control, Project Finance, Infrastructure Financing, Spanish, Portuguese, English Communication, Team Management

Industry

International Trade and Development

Description

Overview Headquartered in Washington, D.C., Banyan Global is an international development consulting firm with expertise in economic growth, infrastructure development, and international trade and investment. Banyan Global is recruiting a Team Leader for the upcoming USTDA Latin America and the Caribbean: Digital Infrastructure Project Scoping Services. The Team Leader will provide technical and managerial leadership for the assignment, overseeing the identification, assessment, and development of potential USTDA-funded activities such as feasibility studies, technical assistance, and pilot projects in priority digital infrastructure sectors. This assignment will support USTDA’s mission to advance overseas infrastructure projects that create opportunities for U.S. exports and promote secure, trusted, and interoperable digital infrastructure. The period of performance is up to 24 months contingent on funding. Responsibilities Lead overall project execution and serve as the primary point of contact with USTDA’s Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). Manage the project team and ensure timely completion of all deliverables. Oversee the review and assessment of proposed digital infrastructure projects in Latin America and the Caribbean. Guide the preparation of Project Assessments, Project Reports, and the Final Report for USTDA. Coordinate stakeholder engagement, including meetings with project sponsors, U.S. companies, and relevant government entities. Ensure analytical rigor, quality control, and compliance with USTDA requirements and reporting standards. Qualifications Required Qualifications 10+ years infrastructure project development and international development Digital infrastructure sector experience and knowledge including broadband, telecommunications, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, or data centers Demonstrated experience leading complex international consulting assignments or project preparation missions. Experience developing feasibility study, pilot project and technical assistance TORs and budgets Strong background in project finance and infrastructure financing Familiarity with MDB, DFC, Ex-Im, and commercial financing requirements Experience working in Latin America and the Caribbean. MBA or master’s in finance, economics or related field Professional proficiency in Spanish and Portuguese (Level 3 or above on the Interagency Language Roundtable scale). Strong written and oral communications skills in English Preferred Experience supporting USTDA, MCC, or similar agencies Experience estimating U.S. export impact

Responsibilities

The Team Leader will provide technical and managerial leadership for the assignment, overseeing the identification, assessment, and development of potential USTDA-funded activities in priority digital infrastructure sectors. Responsibilities include leading project execution, serving as the primary contact with USTDA’s COR, managing the team, and ensuring timely deliverable completion.