Associate Director (External Affairs), MC-301-3B

Job title:

Associate Director (External Affairs), MC-301-3B

Company

Federal government of the United States

Job description

SummaryThis position is located in the Department of Congressional and Public Affairs (CPA), Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC).Although the position is advertised equivalent to GS-14, MCC uses a pay banded system to compensate employees. This position is pay band 3B which is generally equal to GS-14.Overview

• Accepting applications

Open & closing dates05/24/2024 to 05/31/2024Salary$139,260 – $189,410 per yearPay scale & gradeMC 14Location1 vacancy in the following location:Remote jobNoTelework eligibleYes—as determined by the agency policy.Travel RequiredOccasional travel – You may be expected to travel for this position.Relocation expenses reimbursedNoAppointment typePermanentWork scheduleFull-timeServiceCompetitivePromotion potential15Job family (Series)Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceDrug testNoPosition sensitivity and riskTrust determination processAnnouncement numberMCC-12424346-76-CPA-DEControl number792923700This job is open toClarification from the agencyAll U.S. Citizens.Duties

• Serves as the principal source of expertise and advice on matters related to the development and implementation of external events and affairs planning, programming and operations.
• Provides oversight to multiple portfolios including the agency’s Events Strategy, Speaker’s Bureau, Stakeholder Engagement Strategy, Sponsorship Budget, and Diplomatic and External Affairs Plan, directing staff efforts to devise, implement and enhance external engagement programs and activities.
• Provides strategic and operational leadership associated with the development, design and completion of short-and long-term outreach strategies for partnering on MCC priorities.
• Provides direction and coordination across organizational lines, as well as liaising with agencies across the U.S. government, but especially within the Foreign Assistance account.
• Creates, maximizes, tracks, and manages relationships with prospective partners and strengthens and manages existing relationships with external stakeholders and others whose goals intersect with MCC’s. Addresses questions, concerns and issues related to external affairs with current and potential partners and stakeholders.
• Advances MCC’s brand in the NGO and external stakeholder community, by organizing meetings, roundtables, speaking opportunities and special events to further MCC’s corporate priorities.
• Oversees the development and maintenance of policies related to external affairs programs and activities; evaluates programs, campaigns and projects and activities.
• Analyzes external affairs programs, including successes and failures, to develop a means to improve existing procedures and processes.
• Collaborates with the CPA Vice President and Deputy Vice President to develop CPA budgets and work plans. Carries out the full scope of the managerial authorities in the event of the DVP’s absence, as assigned.
• Performs administrative and human resource management functions relative to the staff supervised; ensures a continuing affirmative application of MCC policies concerning equal opportunity.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

RequirementsConditions of Employment

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance
• Relocation expenses will not be paid
• More than 1 job may be filled if additional vacancies occur within 120 days
• Some domestic and international travel may be required

QualificationsTo qualify for Pay Band 3B, applicants must meet the following:Selective Placement Factors (Screen out): Experience working across the U.S. foreign assistance and international development agencies on interagency collaboration and relationship management, event development and execution and other related activities. (NOTE: Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not receive further consideration).
and
Have at least one year of specialized experience relevant to the position duties and comparable to the MCC Pay Band 4A (GS-13) or an equivalent level which is directly related to the work of this position and which has equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position. For this position, this experience is defined as: serving as a technical advisor to senior officials on the development and implementation of external affairs programs and activities; creating and managing relationships with prospective partners and external stakeholders related to external affairs programs; representing the agency in discussions, meetings, conferences, and consultations with top-level officials, domestic and international stakeholders, industry representatives and other interested groups; and communicating orally and in writing to develop and present program policies and information to internal and external stakeholders. Note: This experience MUST be well documented within your resume or application.Writing Sample: Candidates who are referred for final selection consideration may be required to submit a writing sample as part of the interview/selection process. If required, candidates will be notified of the specific requirements and information needed through their USAJOBS account.PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit may be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. To receive credit you must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours worked per week.A new hire’s direct and overall experience are critical factors in determining a salary offer. It is important that your resume fully reflects all of your directly-related work experience. Salary offers include three key factors:

• The selectee’s directly related experience at the same level as the position.
• The selectee’s overall experience in a particular area.
• The salaries of employees in similar positions and with similar levels of experience.

MCC also takes the selectee’s skill set into account. Applicants should note that salary offers seldom fall near the upper end of the salary range listed in the vacancy announcement. Salary may be set from the minimum to the midpoint of the salary range of the pay band. In some instances, based on a selectee’s extensive experience directly related to the position, salary may be set at or above the mid-point up to the maximum salary for that pay band. See information on MCC base pay ranges and salary structure ( ).Additional information

• RECRUITMENT/RELOCATION BONUS may be authorized for this position. If you are not a current federal employee this position may authorize a one time Recruitment bonus to be paid over a specified period. Selected individual will be required to a sign service agreement prior to receiving any bonus payments.
• If you are a current federal employee this position may authorize a one time Relocation bonus to be paid over a specified period. Selected individual will be required to a sign service agreement prior to receiving any bonus payments.
• SELECTIVE SERVICE: Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for the Selective Service.
• Selectee may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience.
• The position may be filled by reassignment, change to lower level, transfer, appointment, or reinstatement. Management may use any one or any combination of these methods to fill the position.
• You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement. Please note that qualification claims will be subject to verification.
• Your pay will be set within the range specified in this vacancy announcement and will be based on your qualifications, education, experience, training, and availability of funds.
• If the position is advertised with promotion potential, the selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition. Selection at a lower pay band level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level, nor is the promise of promotion implied.
• DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE: PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. If your resume/ application does not support your questionnaire answers, we will not allow credit for your response(s). Your resume must contain sufficiently detailed information upon which to make a qualification determination.
• Selectee may be required to complete a Public Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 278) or a Confidential Financial Disclosure Form (OGE 450).
• You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government contractor issued travel card to be used for official business.
• Selectee may be required to complete a probationary/trial period.

• Benefits

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. .

Expected salary

$139260 – 189410 per year

Location

Washington DC

Job date

Wed, 29 May 2024 06:36:46 GMT

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