Jr. Proposal Manager

As an emerging large business, TekSynap is seeking a Jr Proposal Manager and Writer to create compliant, detailed, accurate, compelling, and clear written proposals as an essential element of our opportunity capture strategy. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree and 1-2 years of progressive experience in various areas of proposal development and management. The individual will be extremely comfortable working as the "go-to" person in leading and administering the entire proposal process for assigned opportunities.

A background demonstrating small group leadership and management; project planning, organizing, and tasking; strong written and oral communication skills; and analytical skills is critical to this position. Experience in the conventional duties of proposal management (analyzing and writing RFI/RFP responses, managing schedules, etc.) is an advantage, though not required. This position requires operating at a strategic level with senior business leadership, coordinating the capture strategy with the RFI/RFP response.

The Jr Proposal Manager is a critical role at TekSynap, requiring strong time management skills. The Jr Proposal Manager will be responsible for multiple projects at the same time and will need to prioritize and coordinate activities based on importance, timelines, and other contributors' schedules. Many RFI/RFPs include last-minute requirements, which may require off-hours work to meet established deadlines.

Ranked #39 on Glassdoor.com's "Best Places to Work 2022" (small/medium companies), TekSynap is a fast-growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. "Technology moving at the speed of thought" embodies these principles - the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

RESPONSIBILITIES Work in tandem with the Proposal Team, Capture Leads, and other stakeholders in the planning, development, and completion of federal and DoD proposals. Research and compose content for RFIs as a part of the coordinated capture/proposal preparation process. Support strategy and solutioning sessions throughout the RFI/RFP process. Develop proposal content from baseline information and write original content responsive to the RFP through research, interviews with subject matter experts, and understanding of our messaging and value proposition. Interview subject matter experts and solution architects and craft findings into compliant, compelling, and relevant content for Government proposals. Lead and/or participate in proposal meetings and reviews with internal and external stakeholders including teaming partners, senior company leaders, and subject matter experts. Prepare clear and concise briefing materials for senior management. Develop proposal outlines, compliance matrices, proposal schedules, and provide direction to leadership and cross-functional teams assigned to work proposal efforts. Analyze proposal documents for quality; set and guide proposal review process; prepare documents for final delivery by performing rigorous quality assurance and compliance checks throughout the proposal process. Leverage the entire Microsoft suite of applications to ensure proposals are compliant with presentation requirements and visually appealing. Coordinate and manage color reviews and determining and executing recovery plans. Manage and track multiple proposals, including solicitation amendments.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's Degree One to two (1-2) years of experience managing proposals for Federal and/or DoD customers or five (5+) years of professional experience in a relevant field (e.g., Education, Communications, Writing, Information Technology, Government Contracting, Marketing, Management) with demonstrated ability to write and format professional communications Foundation in Shipley Proposal Development and Business Development methodology preferred Experience developing prime proposals with teams of subcontractors preferred Experience developing winning proposals for contract valued at $2M or greater is preferred Active clearance preferred, must be a US Citizen to fit future clearance requirements We are seeking a ior Proposal Manager to join our team.

TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. "Technology moving at the speed of thought" embodies these principles - the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

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COMPETENCIES Establish Focus Change Management Develop Others Oral Communication Written Communication Interpersonal Awareness Build Relationships Analytical Thinking Conceptual Thinking Strategic Thinking Technical Expertise Initiative Foster Innovation Results Oriented Teamwork Customer Service WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Location: Telework Eligible Type of environment: Office and Remote Noise level: (Low, Medium, High) Work schedule: Schedule will vary based on proposal and contract needs. Working days, nights, weekends and holidays will be expected. Amount of Travel: at least 10% PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE US Citizen

OTHER DUTIES Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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