What are the responsibilities and job description for the Proposal Coordinator position at NANA?
Akima is looking for a Proposal Coordinator to play a key role in securing new business. Reporting to the Proposal Coordinator Manager, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and submit winning responses to RFPs, RFQs, RFIs, and subcontract opportunities. In this high-visibility role, you'll work closely with Program Management, Business Development, Service Area leads, and Subject Matter Experts to produce high-quality, client-facing documentation that highlights Akima's capabilities.
We're seeking a detail-oriented, proactive team player with strong communication skills, a knack for problem-solving, and the ability to thrive under pressure. If you're a self-starter who drives results, keeps teams informed, and ensures every submission is strategic and seamless, we want you on our team!
Do you thrive in high-stakes, fast-paced environments where leadership, collaboration, and results matter? As a Proposal Coordinator, you'll be at the heart of our business growth, driving the development of compelling, high-quality proposals that win contracts and fuel success. This role isn't just about checking boxes-it's about orchestrating a seamless proposal process, inspiring teams, and crafting strategic, persuasive responses that stand out.
Responsibilities
2025-16058
Work Type
Remote
Pay Range
$57,000 - $80,000
Benefits
Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.
Company Description
Work Where it Matters
Akima is not just another global enterprise and federal contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At Akima, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders , Akima provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers, Akima delivers agile solutions in the core areas of facilities, maintenance, and repair; information technology; logistics; protective services; systems engineering; mission support; furniture, fixtures & equipment (FF&E); and construction.
As an Akima employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).
We're seeking a detail-oriented, proactive team player with strong communication skills, a knack for problem-solving, and the ability to thrive under pressure. If you're a self-starter who drives results, keeps teams informed, and ensures every submission is strategic and seamless, we want you on our team!
Do you thrive in high-stakes, fast-paced environments where leadership, collaboration, and results matter? As a Proposal Coordinator, you'll be at the heart of our business growth, driving the development of compelling, high-quality proposals that win contracts and fuel success. This role isn't just about checking boxes-it's about orchestrating a seamless proposal process, inspiring teams, and crafting strategic, persuasive responses that stand out.
Responsibilities
- Act as the central point of contact on assigned proposals, and lead and guide the work of the Proposal team.
- Analyze RFQs, RFPs and RFIs to create proposal outlines and development plans.
- Support the Proposal Manager with proposal kickoff and debrief meetings, as well as detailed proposal plans, schedules, outlines, and compliance matrices for all phases of proposal development.
- Coordinates all production aspects (word processing, graphics, editing, proofreading, reproduction, printing, collation, and binding) services in support of proposal activities.
- Act as a company liaison for large, outsourced proposals to ensure company process in followed and compliant proposals are submitted.
- Provide support to BD and Capture on subcontract proposals and facilitate data calls from prime subcontractors.
- Facilitation of multi-disciplined groups in brainstorming and developing solutions to key aspects of the proposal providing tactical advice and guidance with the ability to drive strategy and solutions that result in winning submissions.
- Solicit management reviews and approvals during proposal development.
- Provide meaningful reviews and feedback in relation to proposal content, ensuring compliance to RFP requirements, evaluation criteria, and technical requirements are addressed.
- Lead and/or support the development and submission of winning bid responses by working with the Bids team, internal experts and contractors, as required.
- Research and gather information to include corporate information, product information, and other standard materials.
- BS/BA degree, or equivalent in relevant experience.
- 3 years' experience in a corporate environment.
- Must have general knowledge of proposal process, with the ability to develop and track action items and timelines.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft PowerPoint.
- Proven ability to work across organizations with effective communication, leadership, and project management skills.
- Proven attention to detail.
- Excellent presentation skills.
- Ability to work in a deadline-conscious, results-driven environment.
- Highly organized, team-oriented, enthusiastic, independent thinker, and collaborative.
- Having outstanding written and oral communication skills is critical.
2025-16058
Work Type
Remote
Pay Range
$57,000 - $80,000
Benefits
Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.
Company Description
Work Where it Matters
Akima is not just another global enterprise and federal contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At Akima, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders , Akima provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers, Akima delivers agile solutions in the core areas of facilities, maintenance, and repair; information technology; logistics; protective services; systems engineering; mission support; furniture, fixtures & equipment (FF&E); and construction.
As an Akima employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).
Salary : $57,000 - $80,000
