Proposal Writer

Job Description

Proposal Writer: A Proposal Writer (PW) analyzes solicitations to include Request for Proposals (RFPs), Request for Quotations (RFQs) to identify requirements for their assigned proposal sections, works with the Proposal Manager to develop/ identify win themes and response strategies. The PW is responsible for developing a perfectly responsive proposal, writing compelling content with ‘value added’ solutions, designing a visually pleasing response and mitigate unresponsive proposals. The PW will collaborate with the proposal team to produce a compliant proposal.

Essential Functions:

Research, write, review and edit responses to RFP/RFQs for security and related services

Provide feedback in support of bid/no bid decisions

Managed the RFP/RFQ process from receipt to delivery of proposal, coordinating multiple internal resources to ensure document integrity.

Meet deadlines by being capable of prioritizing responsibilities and balancing your workload

Create proposal outline and edit and revise proposals according to notes given by internal subject matter experts (SMEs)

Review previous company proposals in order to maintain a sense of consistency

Help create graphics, tables and visuals for certain projects

Prepare compliance matrices

Assist with proposal formatting and production

Maintain database and inventory of proposals to include updating Past Performance Information, Key Personnel resumes, Training Plans, etc.

Review and prepare responses to Sources Sought, Market Surveys and Request for Information (RFIs)

Support coordination of further submissions (Q&A, BAFO, Protest, etc.)

Update and maintain company capability statement, profile package and website content

Support the coordination and updates for company agreements to include teaming, joint-venture, subcontracting, non-disclosure, consulting, mentor-protégé, licensing agent, etc.

Work as part of a team to offer suggestions for improvements or ways to streamline the proposal process

Participate in debriefings and maintain evaluation notes

Give presentations to the executive board

Attend relevant conferences, webinars and workshops

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Bachelor's Degree in English or Journalism

Excellent verbal and written communication

Ability to work on a team or independently

Results oriented professional

Works well in fast paced environments

Have creative writing and descriptive writing skills

Experience leading the authoring of technical documentation

Ability to understand technical discussions to include networking, software applications and databases

preferably 2-4 years of experience as a writer for Professional Service, government contractor, management, or other related industries

Full-time