Ivan Martinez

Ivan Curtis Martinez serves as the Director of the Energy Project at the Millennium Challenge Account–Belize (MCA-Belize), where he contributes to investments aimed at strengthening Belize's energy sector and supporting reliable, affordable electricity. In this role, he brings technical expertise and practical project experience to initiatives focused on improving electrical infrastructure and advancing the country's energy development objectives.

Mr. Martinez brings more than a decade of experience in the energy sector, with expertise in electrical distribution systems, infrastructure development, project management, and renewable energy. His professional background includes planning and delivering electrical distribution, reliability, rural electrification, and renewable energy projects across Belize. His experience combines technical engineering knowledge with practical field operations and project implementation.

Prior to joining MCA-Belize, Mr. Martinez worked at Belize Electricity Limited (BEL) as Superintendent for Distribution System Expansion and Projects. In this capacity, he gained extensive experience in planning and delivering electricity infrastructure projects across the country. He also served in East Zone Operations, working closely with Power Line Supervisors and Power Line Technicians to maintain safe, reliable electricity services and respond to operational needs. These experiences strengthened his understanding of field operations, technical coordination, and the importance of reliable electricity services for Belizean communities.

Mr. Martinez holds a Master of Science in Electrical Power Engineering from National Sun Yat-sen University and a bachelor's degree in Mathematics and Physics from the University of Belize. As a registered Electrical Power Engineer in Belize, his professional expertise includes technical design, project management, budgeting, safety, field assessment, and electrical system planning. He also brings experience collaborating with government agencies, utilities, engineers, contractors, and communities to address technical challenges and ensure projects are completed safely and efficiently.

A dedicated professional committed to dependable infrastructure and practical collaboration, Mr. Martinez remains focused on advancing energy projects that strengthen Belize's electricity sector and create lasting value for the country. Through his work at MCA-Belize, he contributes to the development of energy infrastructure that supports Belize's long-term growth and development.