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Summary You will serve as the Corporate Secretary (OPM Official Title: Attorney-Advisor) for Office of the General Counsel (OGC), U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC). The incumbent is responsible for the effective management of all matters related to the Board of Directors, Board Committees, the Board's Public Hearings, the Investment Committee, and the Credit Committee. #LI-DNI Responsibilities You will serve as the Corporate Secretary (OPM Official Title: Attorney-Advisor) for Office of the General Counsel (OGC), U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC). The incumbent is responsible for the effective management of all matters related to the Board of Directors, Board Committees, the Board's Public Hearings, the Investment Committee, and the Credit Committee. The incumbent advances relationships with the Board and furthers the role of each Board member to strengthen the relationship with DFC and to enhance their role as an agent for DFC in the larger business community, domestic and abroad. DUTIES: As the Corporate Secretary, the incumbent: Serves as the primary DFC contact for members of the DFC Board of Directors; Interacts with Directors and Board agency staff to understand their needs and address questions and concerns; Manages Front Office communication with Directors, including establishing a schedule of such communication and proposing topics and materials for consideration by the Front Office; Ensures the effective, efficient, and smooth running of the Corporation's Board meetings, Board Committee meetings, Board's Public Hearing, internal Investment Committee and Credit Committee meetings, and other governance-related meetings; Prepares the agendas for meetings; Prepares and distributes materials for Investment Committees and Board consideration; Coordinates the preparation, clearance, and distribution of Board agency questions and answers related to Board transactions as well as board member voting; Prepares and distributes materials for Board Risk and Audit Committees; Coordinates internal DFC Evaluation and Investment Committees and verifies committee clearance; Coordinates the timely preparation, clearance, and dissemination of periodic reports to the Board and Board Committees; Establishes the schedule for Board meetings and Public Hearings on an annual basis; Ensures that all meetings, votes, and other Board and meeting-related activities adhere to DFC's statutory requirements, DFC's Bylaws, and internal policy guidelines; Actively participates in and contributes to the development of protocols, procedures and policies on all matters affecting DFC's governance. Exercises judgement and discretion in formulating responses to novel legal issues, often involving matters of first impression; Advises on corporate governance and corporate affairs matters related to the Board, including compliance with Government Corporation Control Act, the BUILD Act provisions related to the Board and its functions, the Bylaws, and other applicable federal statues, rules, regulations, executive orders, and administrative and case law related to the functioning of the Board; Analyzes and advises on administrative and federal laws applicable to the functions and activities of the Board and Board members, including among others federal records, freedom of information and confidentiality matters, and ethics matters; The ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: Expert knowledge of developing and maintaining long- and short-range program goals, objectives, and measurements criteria for meetings; Ability to communicate effectively and succinctly, both orally and in writing, and to provide practical, clear, and convincing advice and opinions that are easy to understand by different audiences, including senior management, private sector counterparties and the interagency; Ability to lead teams without direct supervisory direction; Apply a customer-service oriented approach to corporate practice; think outside of the box on administrative questions; and be willing to take on new tasks and responsibilities; Knowledge, skill, and ability to conduct extensive research of historical and agency files to locate information and analyze a wide variety of options and issues; Ability to interact with individuals and groups of varied technical, cultural, and professional backgrounds. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Applicants must meet all eligibility and qualification requirements at the time of submitting your application. Basic Requirements: Applicants must (1) be a graduate of an accredited law school with an LLB. or J.D.; (2) be a current member of a bar with a valid license to practice law in a state, territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico; and (3) meet all specialized experience requirements as described below. An official law transcript will be required if you are selected. Specialized Experience: You may qualify at the GS-15 level, if you meet the following qualification requirement: At least five years of professional legal specialized experience gained after being admitted to the bar that is directly related to the position being filled. At least three of the five years of specialized experience must be at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to that of an attorney at the GS-14 level. Specialized experience is defined as experience in: managing administrative and management procedures, principles, processes, and best practices in the Federal and private sectors; evaluating program issues and requirements sufficient to recommend changes in administrative policies and business processes; managing, supporting, and advising boards, committees or similar organizational units and their operations; advising on corporate governance and corporate affairs matters and processes or their government organization equivalent; preparing, reviewing, and organizing a variety of materials for senior decision makers; gathering and organizing data and materials for straightforward analysis; communicating in writing sufficient to prepare reports, instructions, and correspondence; providing regular and special reports on project progress and problems. 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. Education Applicants must be a graduate of an accredited law school with an LL.B. or J.D., if selected an official transcript will be required. In addition, the selectee will be required to provide proof of an active bar membership. Additional Information NOTE: Applications are only being accepted via the LinkedIN recruitment effort: inkedin.com/jobs/view/389####### Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see ss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx). Telework Suitability: The duties of this position is 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 two-year trial 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 scis.gov/e-verify. Please Note: This is not a Bargaining unit position. Incentives: Recruitment and relocation incentives may be authorized for this position. This vacancy announcement may be used to fill similar positions within 90 days. This is an open continuous announcement and applications will be extracted as vacancies occur.