What are the responsibilities and job description for the Proposal Writer position at Xcelerate Solutions?
Description
Xcelerate Solutions is seeking a Proposal Writer to join our Business Development. The Proposal Writer will report to the Vice President of Proposal Operations and Marketing and will be responsible for supporting Requests for Proposal (RFPs), IDIQ Task Orders, unsolicited White Papers, Requests for Information (RFIs), and strategic opportunities to support the growth of the company. Come join our award-winning organization and work with some of the most talented and brightest minds in the GovCon industry.
Location:
Hybrid
Clearance:
None; ability to obtain clearance if needed
Responsibilities:
As a Proposal Writer you will also support marketing initiatives. In addition, you will research, organize, and write proposal content and will lead and coordinate the development of RFIs and white papers. You will also provide editing and desktop publishing for outgoing proposal deliverables. This is a growth opportunity and additional responsibilities may develop over time.
Experience Needed to Be Successful:
- 2 years of experience with technical writing, editing, coordination, and proposal development in support of the federal government
- Experience working in a fast paced, team environment and be adaptable to changing priorities
- Experience drafting content for RFIs and proposal sections (management, technical, staffing, executive summaries, past performance, etc.)
- Experience interviewing SMEs, consultants, capture managers, and other proposal team members to obtain information for proposals and then independently develop technically clear and compelling proposal content
- Experience editing, formatting, and desktop publishing
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task, work in a fast-paced environment, and meet deadlines
- Experience coordinating and reviewing / editing proposal input from a variety of stakeholders
- Experience working with graphic designers to develop graphic depictions of technical content to support proposal sections
- Strong knowledge of MS Office suite, and Adobe Professional
Desired Qualifications and Experience:
- Experience with Information Technology and Aviation Security proposals
- Flexibility and energy to work long hours, nights, and weekends, if required
- Shipley Training
- Experience with Microsoft SharePoint
Basic Qualifiers:
- Education Requirement: Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Marketing, Business, IT, or related field required
- Can Additional Years of Experience Substitute for Degree? No
- Minimum Years of Overall Experience: 2
The Type of Person That Will Excel:
- You are looking for a learning and growth opportunity.
- You are a great communicator and able to work with a wide variety of people and roles
- You are curious, inquisitive, and have demonstrated a constant eagerness to learn through actions.
- You have high attention to detail and are very organized.
- You demonstrate personal accountability and integrity in all actions.
About Xcelerate Solutions:
Founded in 2009 and headquartered in McLean, VA, Xcelerate Solutions (www.xceleratesolutions.com) is one of America's fastest-growing companies. Xcelerate's culture is defined by our diversified workforce of dynamic and versatile professionals, supported with growth and development opportunities that contribute to individual and company growth. This strong commitment to our employees has been recognized by our inclusion on the Washington Business Journal's "50 Best Places to Work" list as well as being a "Great Place to Work" certified company with a 4.6 star, and a 99% CEO approval Glassdoor rating. Come find out why Xcelerate Solutions is one of the DC Metro top employers!
Founded in 2009 and headquartered in McLean, VA, Xcelerate Solutions (www.xceleratesolutions.com) is one of America's fastest-growing companies. Xcelerate's culture is defined by our diversified workforce of dynamic and versatile professionals, supported with growth and development opportunities that contribute to individual and company growth. This strong commitment to our employees has been recognized by our inclusion on the Washington Business Journal's "50 Best Places to Work" list as well as being a "Great Place to Work" certified company with a 4.6 star, and a 99% CEO approval Glassdoor rating. Come find out why Xcelerate Solutions is one of the DC Metro top employers!
Xcelerate Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, equal pay, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or expression of another protected characteristic. As part of this commitment to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals, Xcelerate provides reasonable accommodations if needed because of an applicant's or an employee's disability.
Pay Transparency Notice: Xcelerate Solutions will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
Xcelerate Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or other protected characteristic. As part of this commitment to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals, Xcelerate provides reasonable accommodations if needed because of an applicant’s or an employee’s disability or sincerely held religious belief.
