The primary function of this position is to coordinate, edit, and prepare to submit proposals. This individual must be self-directed and able to perform assignments independently, and at times, with management staff under time constraints and stringent deadlines. This position will receive additional direction from Program Managers and will collaborate with their technical and administrative teams, as required.
Responsibilities include:
Editing proposals, technical reports, and presentations for grammar, clarity, format, consistency, and security markings
Formatting proposals, technical reports, and presentations
Creating Microsoft Word templates using Styles for proposals or reports
Shredding solicitations and preparing compliance matrices
Preparing proposal briefing templates to include inserting PWS/SOW requirements in briefing slides and templates for each solicitation
Scheduling and facilitating color reviews for each solicitation
Interfacing with Contracts, Security, and group leads, and IT personnel as necessary
Attending meetings to capture minutes vital to proposal scheduling
Ensuring proposal compliancy
Maintaining proposal library and reference materials
Maintaining and updating proposal planning documents and status of awarded tasks as needed
Performing administrative functions as necessary
Assisting in designing and developing training and communication documents
Required Skills:
Bachelor’s Degree in English, Journalism, Engineering, or a related field
High-level attention to detail
Strong proofreading and editing skills
Good time management and organizational skills
Required Experience:
Strong technical skills in Microsoft Office (Teams, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills
Must demonstrate the highest degree of professionalism while interacting with diverse groups
Desired Qualifications:
Secret, or Top Secret clearance with eligibility for SCI
Government proposal or grant writing experience a plus
Shipley Proposal Development experience
Adobe CC Suite experience
Microsoft Office 365, SharePoint Online, and Teams expertise
Familiarity with Chicago Manual of Style
APMP Membership, Foundation, or Certification a plus
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled