Business Development Proposal Writer

4 weeks ago

Reston, Virginia, United States ICF Full time
Job Description:

ICF is seeking a skilled Business Development Proposal Writer to join our team. As a key member of our Utility Programs and Services (UPS) division, you will play a crucial role in helping us tell our story and develop compelling proposal content.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Research, organize, and write discrete sections within a proposal, including executive summaries, technical proposal content, pricing narratives, and sections identified as needing concierge support during proposal review periods.
  • Provide guidance to technical lead writers on how to structure their section responses.
  • Attend strategy sessions with technical experts and proposal leads and ask probing questions to facilitate solutioning and ensure complete, accurate, and knowledgeable responses to client/RFP instructions, questions, and evaluation criteria.
  • Participate in color reviews through the proposal process lifecycle to modify/shape content so that solutions proposed to meet a client's unique needs clearly presents the unique benefits and value of ICF's approach, staff, and experience.
  • Incorporate edits and comments from reviewers to prepare a winning proposal that clearly shows the benefits/value of selecting ICF.
  • Work with the proposal team to develop editable graphics and visuals that simply convey complex ideas, features, processes, and other information to improve a proposal's readability.
  • Coordinate with the graphic designer if/when necessary.
  • Continuously identify new and updated content during each proposal effort for inclusion in the UPS content library, and scrub it for publication.
  • Develop presentations for key clients and proposal efforts.
  • Support marketing efforts by writing and contributing to blog posts, white papers, and other marketing content.

Requirements:
  • BA or BS in English, American Studies, Journalism, Communications, or related field.
  • At least 3 years of experience in journalism, proposal writing, grant writing, or technical writing.
  • 4 years of direct experience writing commercial and industrial energy efficiency or electrification content, papers, or proposals can be substituted for degree and years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Expert in MS Word and PowerPoint, including the ability to create and edit styles, develop templates, etc.
  • Understanding of the importance of subject matter expertise and how to leverage this knowledge to develop easily digestible content.
  • A knack for creating big picture stories that inform and resonate with diverse audiences.
  • Experience directly within the energy industry and with utilities.
  • Experience interviewing technical subject matter experts to translate technical requirements and approach into compelling and persuasive prose.
  • Understanding of proposal management and writing best practices (e.g., APMP / Shipley methodologies).
  • Ability to create quick, simple graphics to convey complex ideas without the need for a graphic designer.

About ICF:
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider that combines unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or military/veteran status. We offer a dynamic and inclusive work environment that empowers our employees to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals.

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