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BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST (International Trade Specialist, AI & Emerging Technology (CTEP))

@ Export-Import Bank of the United States
Washington, District of Columbia, District of Columbia, United States
$102k-$158k/yrOnsiteAll Commitments Available
Responsibilities:conducts research, analyzes data, maintains relationships
Requirements Summary:Specialized government finance experience; international trade focus; strong research, analytical, and stakeholder-management skills.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Salesforce, HubSpot, EXIM Online, CRAFT, MS Planner
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Duties

This position is located in the Office of the Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) under the Office of the Chairman and President of the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM). The central purpose of the Office of the CCO is to support inbound financing interest from potential borrowers through geographic and sectoral experts operating within the Business Development and CTEP (China and Transformational Exports) teams. The CCO team is focused on the development of export credit transactions, including loans, guarantees, and insurance, that facilitate U.S. exports, strengthen the competitiveness of American businesses, and support U.S. jobs. The incumbent will focus on the Artificial Intelligence (AI) and technology sectors, supporting the deployment of the U.S. AI Export Stack by aligning EXIM financing tools with priority export opportunities. The role will work across interagency partners and industry stakeholders to structure and advance transactions that enable the global rollout of U.S. AI infrastructure, services, and related technologies. This includes identifying strategic gaps where EXIM can catalyze financing to strengthen U.S. competitiveness in AI and ensure effective implementation of CTEP priorities. Duties include, but are not limited to: Conducts primary and secondary source research independently, utilizing EXIM subscriptions and unclassified, secret, and top-secret U.S. Government information, which research aims to produce original analyses that clearly articulate evidence of direct competition from the People's Republic of China (PRC) for specific transactions. Ensures that logical arguments based on circumstantial evidence of indirect competition can withstand rigorous legal and policy scrutiny. Works closely with supervisor or senior staff to review, analyze and complete segments of loan analysis and determinations, preparing letters of interest, and presenting them in formal memorandum formats for the supervisor's review and the Senior Vice President (SVP) signature, which are appended to Board documentation. Tracks all automated workflows for the CTEP office, utilizing platforms such as Salesforce, HubSpot, EXIM Online, CRAFT, MS Planner, and others to ensure timely support for transactions. Uses qualitative and quantitative techniques to analyze, evaluate, and improve CTEP's programs in headquarters and the regions. Collects, reviews, interprets, and analyzes data and prepares findings and recommendations for CTEPs senior management review, consideration and approval regarding CTEP's overall program effectiveness. Establishes and maintains trusted relationships within EXIM to support the SVP and Vice President (VP) across the agency in both internal and external engagements.

Qualifications

In addition to the Basic Requirements noted above, applicants must also meet and demonstrate the specialized experience listed below: Specialized Experience (Credit for Specialized Experience on resume must reflect 40 hours/Full-time per week for each period of work): GS-12: You must have one (1) year of specialized experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal Government or other equivalent pay systems. Specialized experience includes: Experience collecting, reviewing, interpreting, and analyzing global financial markets data to prepare findings and provides tentative recommendations. Experience conducting background and secondary research collaborating with colleagues and other team members; preparing findings from data and research to provide recommendations and solutions; AND Experience creating positive interactions, fostering teamwork, and managing key relationships at all levels (internal and external) to an organization; GS-13: You must have one (1) year of specialized experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the Federal Government or other equivalent pay systems. Specialized experience includes: Experience collecting, reviewing, interpreting, and analyzing global financial markets data to prepare findings and provides tentative recommendations. Experience conducting background and secondary research collaborating with colleagues and other team members; preparing findings from data and research to provide recommendations and solutions; Experience creating positive interactions, fostering teamwork, and managing key relationships at all levels (internal and external) to an organization; AND Experience conducting determination analyses, preparing letters of interest, loans determinations, and drafting policy guidance. Education cannot be substituted for experience at the GS-12 or GS-13 grade levels. For qualification determinations, your resume must contain the following for each work experience listed: Organization/Agency's Name Title Salary (series and grade, if applicable) Start and end dates (including the month and year) Number of hours you worked per week Relevant experience that supports your response to the specialized experience that is stated in the job announcement If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete and you will not receive consideration for this position. NOTE: Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications and your application may be marked as incomplete/ineligible and you will not receive consideration for this position. 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. Part-time and/or unpaid experience related to this position will be considered to determine the total number of years and months of experience. Be sure to note the number of paid or unpaid hours worked each week. Foreign Education: If you are qualifying by education and/or you have education completed in a foreign college/university described above, it is your responsibility to provide transcripts and proof of U.S. accreditation for foreign study. Please visit the following links for more information: http://www.naces.org http://www.fceatlanta.com Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined here. All requirements must be met by 05/06/2026, the closing date of the announcement.

Other Information

Current or Former Political Appointees: Pursuant to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) oversight authority under section 1104(b)(2) of title 5, United States Code (U.S.C.) and section 5.2 of title 5, Code of Federal Regulations, OPM requires agencies to seek their approval prior to appointing any current or former political appointee to a permanent position (without time limits) in the civil service. A former or recent political appointee is someone who held a political appointment covered by OPM's policy within the previous 5-year period. OPM's oversight in this area safeguards merit system principles as well as fair and open competition free from political influence. If you are currently employed, or have been employed within the last 5 years, you must disclose this information. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service. Please visit the following link for the types of political appointments. Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Eligibles: These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 80 or above based on the competencies listed above; and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information, please click here. Veterans: All veterans must meet the qualification requirements of the position for further consideration. For more information on veterans' preference, please click here. Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Ethical Standards/Financial Disclosure: EXIM is committed to the highest ethical standards. As an employee, you will be covered by the criminal conflict of interest statutes and the Standards of Ethical Conduct for Employees of the Executive Branch. You will be required to complete new employee ethics training within 3 months of your appointment. If this position is subject to financial disclosure requirements (either public or confidential depending upon your position), you will be required to complete a new entrant financial disclosure report within 30 days of your appointment.