Proposal Development Assistant

1 day ago

Reston, Virginia, United States Cordia Resources by Cherry Bekaert Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Proposal Development Assistant

Location:
Fairfax, VA

Type:
Contract-to-Hire

Compensation:
$25 - $28/hour

Are you a detail-driven proposal professional with a passion for federal contracting? Join a dynamic team where your expertise in proposal development, compliance, and collaboration will directly impact strategic growth and success. This entry-level position is ideal for candidates with strong typing, formatting, and organizational skills who are interested in building a career in government contracting and proposal development.

Responsibilities

  • Draft and format proposal sections including resumes, past performance, and compliance matrices.
  • Analyze RFPs, RFQs, and other solicitation documents to understand client requirements.
  • Collaborate with SMEs and project managers to develop clear, persuasive, and technically accurate content.
  • Write executive summaries, company introductions, and technical narratives.
  • Ensure clarity, accuracy, and alignment with customer needs.
  • Maintain document formatting, headers/footers, and compliance with federal standards.
  • Support the full proposal lifecycle, ensuring deadlines are met.
  • Coordinate proposal activities: kickoff meetings, writing, reviews, and approvals.
  • Track proposal components and ensure timely submission.
  • Assist with strategy, logistics, and team responsibilities.
  • Ensure proposals meet all government solicitation requirements.
  • Maintain consistency in tone, readability, and formatting.
  • Use templates and databases to support quality control.
  • Edit and proofread for grammar, spelling, and formatting accuracy.
  • Work with SMEs, engineers, sales, and executive teams to gather technical content.
  • Provide regular updates on proposal status, risks, and issues.
  • Collaborate with graphic designers to incorporate visual elements.
  • Maintain a repository of reusable content, past performance data, and best practices.
  • Track proposal status and document lessons learned for future improvement.
  • Provide guidance and support to proposal team members.
  • Contribute to high-quality output under tight deadlines.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Business, or a technical discipline.
  • 1+ years of federal proposal writing experience.
  • 1+ years of experience in government contracting or proposal development.
  • Strong typing and document formatting skills.
  • Familiarity with federal contract regulations and policies.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint).
  • Experience with business development tools like Visible Thread.
  • Familiarity with federal acquisition platforms , GovWin, GSA eBuy, PIEE).
  • Ability to pass background and drug screening.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in Financial Management, Cybersecurity, IT, or Healthcare sectors.
  • Knowledge of graphic design principles and Adobe Acrobat Professional.
  • APMP Certification (Foundation or Practitioner).
  • Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
  • Strong research and analytical abilities.
  • Ability to translate complex technical concepts into compelling content.
  • Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.

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