Proposals Specialist

Job Description Job Capsule

The Proposals Specialist is responsible for understanding aspects of the market sector, develop proposals in conjunction with operations and marketing, and write proposals for submission to clients.

The Proposals Specialist will be responsible for assisting sales and consulting services to both new and existing clients in support of the overall strategic and business objectives.




The Proposals Specialist will need to be highly motivated, self-driven, and enjoy working in a team environment to be successful in this critical role.



Job Duties/Roles

1.

Follows proposal/project generation process and has a working knowledge of the Shipley process.



2.

Drafts, edits and finalizes proposals, with interaction of SMEs, Consultants and clients.



3.

Manages an entire proposal effort and ensures that all bid information is received in a timely manner to allow for development, review and approval of the formal proposal.



4.

Develops and improves style and format of proposals to ensure winning bids.



5.

Ensures that proposal is prepared within appropriate deadlines, as required.



6.

Maintains the integrity of the document filing system.



7.

Prepares and issues reports as required by the process.



8.

Maintains up-to-date resumes and core competences of all consultants and sub-contractors.



9.

Provides on-going communications with departmental individuals regarding proposal/project status.



10.

Coordinates proposal status with Consultants and clients.



11.

Maintains proposal content and template database.



12.

May assist in interactive client feedback/client satisfaction process.



13.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required (KSAR) Job Requirement Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required (KSAR)

Behavioral Competencies

Dependability

Integrity

Persistence

Adaptability/Flexibility

Cooperation

Customer service

Active Listening

Persuasion

Social Perceptiveness

Critical Thinking

Organizational Agility

Influencing without Authority

Effective Communication

Working knowledge and experience in federal consulting.



Proficient in database and word processing software, particularly MS Word, SharePoint and Teams.



Ability to develop initial process flows and graphics in PowerPoint or MS Publisher to be further developed by graphic artists.



Excellent decision making and organization skills.



Excellent oral and written communications skills.



Must have excellent telephone interview skills.



Ability to work with minimal supervision.



Ability to work with several contracts simultaneously.



Exhibit the epitome of the team-work concept.



Concerned for accuracy of work performed.



Agile and flexible in achieving duties.



Working knowledge of the ABS Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental Management System.




Minimum years of Experience

1.

Typically requires a minimum of three (3) years of technical writing, specifically proposals.



Required/Preferred Education Requirements

1.

Bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent from an accredited university.