This position is part of the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC),Office of Catalytic Investments (OCI). As a Project Finance Specialist, you will carry out the full range of new project financings and will undertake all tasks required to process transactions from initial screening through due diligence, negotiating and structuring, approval, documentation, closing and funding.

Duties

As a Project Finance Specialist, you will: - Conduct in-depth analyses of new loan proposals to determine their financial, technical, economic, legal, marketing, and political feasibility. - Perform in-depth analyses of: the nature of the proposed business ventures; financial statements; country related macroeconomic and microeconomic risks; risks related to project contractual obligations; the eligibility, financial standing and business background of the sponsor. - Negotiate with key interested parties on DFC loan terms, including collateral security and completion support, and policy requirements. Coordinates project financial plans and co-creditor arrangements with other creditors, such as development finance institutions, Export-Import Bank, and commercial or investment banking institutions. - Consult, as required, with recognized industry experts on the technical aspects of proposed projects. Obtain information through field visits, correspondence with officials of the host country, private firm representatives, U.S. AID and Embassy personnel and other sources needed to analyze applications for DFC financing assistance. - Prepare recommendations and required papers and correspondence. Present loan proposals to the various approval committees. Review and comment on contracts, obtains appropriate agency clearances and obtains investor's signature and fee. 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
• Within 30 days of your start date, you will be required to file a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 450)
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret clearance
• This position will require foreign travel to developing countries

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 includes performing in-depth analyses of international project and corporate financing of international investments in emerging markets to include the viability of the business model; the market opportunity; the financial conditions and track record of sponsors, management and other project parties; country-related legal, macroeconomic and microeconomic risks; and other related factors; and supporting the management of a financing program focused on early stage, social impact companies in emerging markets as well as impact-oriented financing vehicles and investment funds. Note: Education is not substitutional at this grade level. 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 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: Megan Beck
• Email: [email protected]