We are looking for Proposal Writer/Editor

Intellect Solutions is seeking a highly motivated, flexible, organized, and detail-oriented Proposal Writer/Editor to write/edit proposal content prior to final proposal submission. We are seeking someone who is equally comfortable working independently and as a member of a team. This position offers you an opportunity for long-term internal growth within an established organization. If you want to help the business grow and know your work matters, this is the place for you.

Responsibilities

• Assist the team with gathering information, synthesizing it, and presenting it in a straightforward and easy to understand format.
• Research, revise, and improve technical content prepared by proposal stakeholders including technical SMEs, Capture, Program Management staff, etc.
• Analyze and interpret customer requirements (RFPs, RFQs, RFIs, etc.); analyze Requests for Proposals (RFPs) to determine required responses and identify relevant reuse materials.
• Edit the text in the Proposal Development Process; provide editing for assigned projects, proof/edit proposal documents, including editing for content, tone, consistency, and competitiveness; coordinate and edit technical input from subject matter experts for grammar and clarity.
• Interview internal subject matter experts and write assigned sections of proposals; coach subject matter experts on section content.
• Track and monitor the flow of all documents from inception to distribution of final copies.
• Develop outlines, which will be used as a key document for compliance and configuration management.
• Assist with research on a variety of assigned topics to develop writing plans and outlines.
• Assist in the development of supporting plans, documents, and appendices.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of corporate documents.
• Write and edit non-technical material such as resumes and corporate experience.
• Develop and update style guides and other writing/interviewing tools.

Additional Information:

• Location: Intellect Solutions office in Herndon, and Alexandria, VA, with telework opportunities (dependent upon performance and collaboration requirements)
• Salary: Dependent upon experience
• Security Clearance: None

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or four or more years of work experience.
• Four or more years of relevant work experience.
• Two or more years of experience in writing and editing.

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in English, Journalism, Communications, related field or equivalent work experience.
• Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and composition as well as oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Research, writing, proofing, formatting and editing skills.
• A self-starter that can work independently and in a team environment with a proactive service attitude and willingness to take a hands-on approach.
• Ability to multitask and meet short timelines/deadlines; and at times have the ability to work weekends and holidays to meet proposal deadlines.
• Commitment to performing and producing at the highest level of quality at all times.
• Knowledge of Box.
• Ability to display professionalism and provide premier customer service to internal and external customers.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated and adaptable to learning and understanding new technologies.
• Analytical, problem solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Flexible to change and have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Capability to work well as part of a team with a diverse set of personalities, in a fast paced, deadline-oriented work environment.
• Experience in analyzing and responding to RFIs/RFPs with strong writing, editing, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft (MS) Office Suite, specifically MS Word (styles, templates, paragraph numbering, linking and importing graphics) and PowerPoint.

Intellect Solutions, LLC is a small, woman-owned business.  We are headquartered in Washington DC area, with an office in Herndon, VA.