What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Proposal Manager position at D&A Communications?
About Us
We are an equity-first, full-service, integrated communications agency that supports clients to lead with cultural intelligence, find equitable solutions, and reach diverse audiences.
About Our Culture
We encourage your ideas and input, and as an equity-first agency, your voice and lived experience make a significant impact both internally and on the communities we serve. We believe in work / life balance and are constantly evolving to meet the ever-changing needs of our employees and our community. We champion making space for our team members to have the freedom to openly and actively contribute their diverse perspectives. We believe that people work best in an environment where they are recognized for their efforts and respected as individuals. We work collaboratively as a team. We measure our success against our values :
Grit -We do whatever it takes to deliver. We take ownership. We persevere and we are persistent.
Courage -We are brave and daring. We are willing to go beyond our comfort zone. We are curious leaders who don’t settle for the status quo.
Intentionality -We are committed to meaningful work and creating impact. Everything we do is focused, deliberate, and purposeful. We don’t wait for change. We are proactive instead of reactionary in our approach. We approach every great challenge and every small task with the belief that our work has the power to change the world for the better.
Fluency -We are accomplished professionals who take pride in lifelong learning, continuous improvement, and staying on the cutting edge of our field. We’re on the pulse of what's now, and we’re on the pulse of what's next.
Resilience -We leverage our experiences to solve current challenges. We are quick to respond and recover with optimism and conviction.
Creativity- We take a generative approach to creativity that results in bold future-focused ideas that delight and deliver results.
We foster a hardworking, energetic, passionate, creative, and remote-first culture. D&A also promotes a dynamic working environment, offering full-time jobs with no travel requirements and optional remote flexibility. Eligible employees also receive a comprehensive benefits package and competitive compensation that includes medical, dental, and health benefits and LTD, STD, ADD / Life. Benefits include vacation and sick time, holidays, a 401(k) matched by D&A, a professional development stipend, and a monthly phone / internet reimbursement. We strongly believe in and gladly support investing in our employees, their health and well-being, future retirement, and professional development.
General Purpose :
To lead the creation, management, and oversight of public sector proposal processes, ensuring successful submissions that are accurate, compliant, competitive, and reflect our equity lens. This role’ main focus will be on writing engaging and persuasive public sector proposals, while also identifying and pursuing new public sector opportunities,managing the complexities of government / public RFPs, and ensuring that our Agency’s value and capabilities are communicated effectively.
What You Will Be Doing :
As a Senior Proposal Manager (Public Sector) , you will lead our public sector business development efforts by overseeing and writing high-quality, compelling proposals that align with government / public agency RFP requirements. This includes reviewing, managing, and customizing proposals to reflect priorities and goals. You will write the proposal content, ensuring that each submission tells a clear, persuasive narrative, and delivers a compelling value proposition through an equity lens. You will also identify new opportunities, manage the intricacies of public sector RFPs, and guide cross-functional teams to create tailored responses that articulate our Agency’s unique value and competitive edge. This role involves strategic oversight, hands-on writing, and collaborative leadership to influence meaningful business growth through impactful public sector work.
Examples of the types of proposals you will work on writing and preparing for submission may include addressing barriers to mobility and transportation in underserved communities; rebranding beloved places, spaces, infrastructure, and government agencies that make up the fabric of our community; working with community groups and city departments to advance reform of government fees and fines that adversely impact low-income residents and communities of color; raising awareness about environmental resilience; creating marketing strategies and branding that reflects an equity lens; crafting integrated communications strategies to reach people where they are; and creating public policy initiatives that ensure diversity and inclusion is valued.
Who You Are
Your career has focused on public sector, mission-driven work, and you are passionate about driving meaningful social impact. Your values are aligned with those of our Agency, and you are skilled at using your expertise to make a difference in diverse communities.
You are…
- Strategically savvy, with a proven ability to identify opportunities and navigate the complexities of public sector business development.
- A clear and persuasive communicator, adept at simplifying complex ideas into compelling narratives tailored for public sector audiences.
- A meticulous writer, skilled at producing articulate, engaging, and error-free proposal content. A self-starter who thrives in deadline-driven environments, managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy
- An insightful analyst, staying current on government policies, public sector trends, and community challenges to guide strategy.
- A collaborative problem-solver, skilled in coordinating cross-functional teams and adapting to changing priorities.
- Equity-minded, ensuring all proposals reflect inclusivity and align with the needs of diverse stakeholders.
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Key Responsibilities
Proposal Writing and Development
Public Sector Opportunity Management
Collaboration and Team Leadership
Continuous Improvement and Knowledge Sharing
Education and Experience
