DFC ranked a Best Places to Work in 2022. This position is part of the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC), Office of External Affairs. As a Public Affairs Specialist, you will be responsible for advancing DFC's media relations strategy, proactively pitching and doing targeted relationship building with the media, serving as a first point of contact for media inquiries, and advising top management on issues related to press and public affairs communications.

Duties

As a Public Affairs Specialist (Media Relations Director), you will: Develop and implement comprehensive media relations strategies to enhance the visibility and reputation of the corporation. Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with national and international media outlets, reporters, editors, and producers to promote accurate and favorable coverage of the corporation's activities. Proactively identify media opportunities and pitch stories to secure coverage that aligns with the agency's strategic priorities. Serve as a point of contact for media inquiries, coordinating responses and interviews with the corporation's leadership and subject matter experts. Collaborate closely with the Press Secretary and Deputy Press Secretary to ensure consistency and coherence in messaging across all media channels. Monitor media coverage and industry trends to identify potential risks and opportunities, providing timely insights and recommendations to senior leadership. Please Note: This is a Bargaining unit position represented by AFGE, local 1534.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Must submit resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
• Suitability for Federal employment, as determined by a background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret/top-secret security clearance

Qualifications

Applicants must meet all eligibility and qualification requirements no later than the closing date of this announcement. You may qualify at the GS-14 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirements: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service that demonstrates your ability to: 1) Develop and implement comprehensive media relations strategies to enhance the visibility and reputation of an organization in an international context. 2) Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with national and international media outlets, reporters, editors, and producers to promote accurate and favorable coverage of an organization's activities. 3) Proactively identify media opportunities and pitch stories to secure coverage that aligns with strategic priorities and is targeted to reach specific audiences. 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-12352275-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.

Contacts

• Address International Development Finance Corporation 1100 New York Ave. NW Washington, DC 20527 US
• Name: Laura Whitlock
• Email: [email protected]