MANAGING DIRECTOR COMMUNICATIONS

Duties As the Managing Director, Communications you will: Develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy to enhance the Development Finance Corporation's (DFC) reputation and impact, including brand management, media relations, and public affairs.Serve as a key spokesperson for DFC and develop relationships with media outlets, journalists, and other influencers to promote the organization's mission and initiatives.Manage a team of communications professionals responsible for executing DFC's communications strategy, including content creation, media outreach, and social media management.Work collaboratively with DFC's and the Office of External Affair's leadership team to align communications efforts with the organization's goals and objectives.Develop and oversee the implementation of crisis communications plans to ensure DFC is prepared to respond effectively to any reputational risks.Provide strategic communications counsel to senior leaders, including the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Deputy CEO.Monitor and analyze industry trends and provide insights to inform the DFC's communications strategy.Manage DFC's digital presence, including its website and social media channels, to ensure that they reflect the organization's mission and priorities.Please Note: This is not a Bargaining unit position. Requirements Conditions of EmploymentMust be a U.S. Citizen or NationalMales born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective ServiceMust submit resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)Suitability for Federal employment, as determined by a background investigationMay be required to successfully complete a probationary periodSelection may require completion of a one-year supervisory or managerial probationary period unless met during prior Federal serviceMust be able to obtain and maintain a secret/top-secret security clearance QualificationsApplicants must meet all eligibility and qualification requirements no later than the closing date of this announcement.You may qualify at the GS-15 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirements: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the Federal service that demonstrates your ability to: 1) Provide strategic communications counsel to senior leaders. 2) Develop and implement internal and external communication strategies for an organization. 3) Manage and supervise a communications staff and oversee program execution. 4) Operate in crisis situations and provide effective media response/engagement for an organization. 5) Serve as a spokesperson for an organization and develop relationships with media outlets. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.This position is being advertised concurrently with vacancy announcement 24-OEA-ST-12512648-LW using Merit Promotion (MP) procedures. If interested, refer to that announcement to determine if you meet MP requirements and can apply to that announcement. NOTE: You must apply separately to each announcement in order to be considered under both. This announcement may be used to fill similar positions, if additional vacancies occur. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional informationCareer Transition Assistance Programs: These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above; and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information: .If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and are claiming 5-points veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility showing type of discharge/character of service. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must submit documentation from the Departments of Veterans Affairs (VA) showing type of discharge/character of service and your disability percentage. You may also submit an SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the documents listed in this form to support the claim for veteran preference. For more information on veterans' preference visit: .Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see ).Telework Suitability: The duties of this position are suitable for telework. The selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval and if they meet the eligibility criterion in the 2010 Telework Act.Stipulations of Employment: Selection may require completion of a 1-year probationary period.Work Schedule: This position allows for a flexible work schedule.Miscellaneous:DFC uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit . Recruitment and relocation incentives may be authorized for this position. Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer (TJO). Please visit for more information. Help 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 windowLearn more about federal 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.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Once the announcement has closed, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. All qualified candidates will be assigned to a quality category. The category assignment is a measure of the degree in which your background matches the competencies required for this position. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):Communications and MediaDecision MakingDigital CommunicationExternal AwarenessLeadershipPolitical SaavyStrategic Thinking The Category Rating Process does not add veterans' preference points or apply the "rule of three" but protects the rights of Veterans by placing them ahead of non-preference eligibles within each quality category. Veterans' preference eligibles who meet the minimum qualification requirements and who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10 percent will be listed in the highest quality category (except in the case of scientific or professional positions at the GS-09 level or higher).