- Position Title
- Project Finance Specialist (Business Development)
- Agency
- Development Finance Corporation (formerly Overseas Private Investment Corporation)
- Announcement Number
- 24-OE-DE-12352037-BN Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, April 8, 2024 to Friday, April 19, 2024
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
- you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
- you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
Preferences
1.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
2.
Are you a federal retiree receiving an annuity?
3.
Political, Schedule C, Non-career SES Appointee: In the last five years, based on the closing date of this announcement, have you been or are you currently an employee in the Executive Branch serving on a political, Schedule C, or Non-career SES appointment? If yes, and you are selected through this vacancy announcement, you may be required to obtain approval by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) prior to beginning employment.
A political appointee is an appointment made by the President without confirmation by the Senate (5 CFR 213.3102(c)) OR an Assistant position to a top-level Federal official if filled by a person designated by the President as a White House Fellow (5 CFR 213.3102(z)). A Non-career SES appointee is approved by the White House and serves at the pleasure of the appointing official without time limitations. A Schedule C appointee occupies a position excepted from the competitive service by the President, or by the Director, OPM, because of the confidential or policy-determining nature of the position duties.
A political appointee is an appointment made by the President without confirmation by the Senate (5 CFR 213.3102(c)) OR an Assistant position to a top-level Federal official if filled by a person designated by the President as a White House Fellow (5 CFR 213.3102(z)). A Non-career SES appointee is approved by the White House and serves at the pleasure of the appointing official without time limitations. A Schedule C appointee occupies a position excepted from the competitive service by the President, or by the Director, OPM, because of the confidential or policy-determining nature of the position duties.
4.
Have you accepted a buy-out/Voluntary Separation Incentive Payment (VSIP) within the past 5 years?
Recruitment Source
1.
How did you learn about this job opportunity?
2.
If you selected 'Other' in the preceding question, please tell us where you heard about this job opportunity.
Assessment 1
For items 1-3, please read the following statements carefully. Your response to the following questions will determine whether you will be eligible for this position or not. If you respond "No" to any question in this section, you will not be eligible for consideration for this position.
1.
I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire will be true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I provide may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in me not being considered for this position.
2.
Are you willing to submit to an initial and periodic background investigation, including a fingerprint check and a credit check?
3.
Are you willing to complete an annual financial disclosure?
We will evaluate your resume and responses to this Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification and must be supported by your resume and supporting documents.
4.
Choose one answer that best describes your education, experience, or combination of education and experience for the GS-11 grade level.
5.
For GS-12: Do you possess at least one year of specialized experience that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the GS-11 level in the Federal service? Specialized experience is defined as experience that is in or directly related to the line of work of this position and has equipped you with the knowledge and competencies to successfully perform the duties of this position. More specifically, this requirement involves:
1) Experience reviewing investment financing applications for international project development, while working at a commercial bank, investment bank, international financial institution, or multilateral organization;
2) Experience collecting and maintaining data and producing briefings, reports, and/or marketing material; AND
3) Experience identifying and conducting outreach to potential clients or client groups, associations, industry sectors, regions, and/or target markets to identify new business opportunities.
Do you possess this experience?
1) Experience reviewing investment financing applications for international project development, while working at a commercial bank, investment bank, international financial institution, or multilateral organization;
2) Experience collecting and maintaining data and producing briefings, reports, and/or marketing material; AND
3) Experience identifying and conducting outreach to potential clients or client groups, associations, industry sectors, regions, and/or target markets to identify new business opportunities.
Do you possess this experience?
6.
For GS-13: Do you possess at least one year of specialized experience that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the GS-12 level in the Federal service? Specialized experience is defined as experience that is in or directly related to the line of work of this position and has equipped you with the knowledge and competencies to successfully perform the duties of this position. More specifically, this requirement involves:
1) Experience reviewing investment financing applications for international project development, while working at a commercial bank, investment bank, international financial institution, or multilateral organization;
2) Experience determining when international investment projects are feasible and creditworthy based on policies, procedures, goals and objectives; AND
3) Experience identifying and building relationships with international business associations, industry groups, and/or regional chambers of commerce.
Do you possess this experience?
1) Experience reviewing investment financing applications for international project development, while working at a commercial bank, investment bank, international financial institution, or multilateral organization;
2) Experience determining when international investment projects are feasible and creditworthy based on policies, procedures, goals and objectives; AND
3) Experience identifying and building relationships with international business associations, industry groups, and/or regional chambers of commerce.
Do you possess this experience?
For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. Select only one letter for each item. Failure to support your answer to this questionnaire in your resume may result in a lowered score or loss of consideration.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
7.
Discusses specific investment and/or political risk insurance opportunities available for companies/clients.
8.
Provides explanations of products, policies, and/or timelines for underwriting transactions.
9.
Answers business inquiries and referrals sourced from internal and external contacts.
10.
Supports business development activities and helps implement business development strategy for an organization.
11.
Reviews projects to determine their suitability per credit, policy and development standards.
12.
Clearly explains rationale and/or refers sponsors to other appropriate entities for assistance in cases where projects do not qualify for assistance.
13.
Reviews loan, loan guaranties, and/or political risk insurance proposals for credit, policy, and development impact eligibility.
14.
Conducts "pre-screening" on various types of projects and structures.
15.
Conducts client development outreach to source clients who apply for and receive investment financing and/or political risk insurance.
16.
Advises potential clients and stakeholders on eligibility requirements for loans, guaranties, and/or political risk insurance.
17.
Refers business leads to other U.S. agencies and/or international finance institutions (IFIs), as appropriate.
18.
Conducts research and identifies business opportunities via potential clients or client groups, associations, industry sectors, regions, target markets and tender/concessions.
19.
Analyzes project business plans, marketing plans, financial statements, financial plans, and/or other documentation for eligibility based on a corporation's requirements and priorities.
20.
Assists in the analysis of financial statements and/or financial projections to determine whether a loan can be repaid.
21.
Reviews complex and/or sensitive investment projects located in developing markets to determine project operation and market feasibility.
22.
Provides information on investment and/or political risk insurance product(s) to businesses, foreign government officials, and/or U.S. government counterparts.
23.
Participates in internal and external regional, industry-specific, or functional business development events.
24.
Monitors international events to determine impact on corporation goals and objectives.
25.
Analyzes pipeline projects to determine corporation current mandates and objectives are met.
26.
Conducts business development outreach to companies worldwide.
27.
Handles complex and sensitive business development, corporate marketing, and business outreach efforts for an organization.
28.
Coordinates across various technical disciplines to facilitate the review and approval of loan applications.
29.
Plans schedules, negotiates, and/or sets expectations with clients and/or prospective clients with varied geographic and cultural backgrounds.
30.
Develops working relationships with internationally focused business organizations for the purposes of sourcing new international project financing opportunities.
31.
Supports the development of investment marketing and training materials.
32.
Supports the development of investment informational and/or investment eligibility materials.
33.
Uses system(s) to support data requests and produce reports.
34.
Collects and maintains relevant quantitative and qualitative data relating to transaction pipeline.
35.
Aids in the support of written internal briefings, external reporting, and/or presentation materials.
36.
Communicates organizational policies, procedures, goals and objectives directed by leadership to business development teams.
37.
Compiles relevant information on corporation portfolios in specific countries, regions, and/or industries to be prepare briefings or reports.
38.
Conducts marketing and outreach to external parties interested in applying for international financing or political risk insurance coverages.