Proposal Writer

The Alaka'ina Foundation Family of Companies has an opening for a full-time Proposal Writer for our Business Development (BD) team located in our Orlando, Florida office.

In this role, you will be required to act in a dynamic role responsible for providing writing support and critical editorial support for BD proposal and market research efforts.

DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works closely with BD Team Members, BD Managers/Directors, BD leadership, consultants, partners, and corporate/operational team members, as needed, to complete proposal and RFI response efforts.
• Write and contribute to proposals and responses to Requests for Information (RFIs)/capability statements.
• Write technical and management approaches.
• Create templates and formats documentation.
• Drive/Lead writing strategy meetings.
• Research information on technical and scientific topics for incorporation into responses.
• Translate technical data into meaningful customer value propositions.
• Participate in a structured review and recovery process.
• Execute internal and external data cells.
• Interview internal SMEs to gather knowledge and information on current contracts.
• Complete capabilities matrices.
• Conduct compliance checks.
• Maintain Knowledge Management tools/repositories on SharePoint.
• Proofread and "one-voice" materials.
• Respond to data calls, content requests, and research assignments.

• May attend conferences.

REQUIRED DEGREE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

Bachelor's Degree in related area

REQUIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of five (5) years proposal writing experience for a government contractor specializing in Federal/DoD services. Will consider three to five (3-5) years' proposal writing experience combined wtih a Master's degree.
• Ability to conduct research and generate original content.
• Comfortable with writing about new topics and performing editorial work.
• Possess excellent writing skills for proposal content.
• Strong organization skills necessary to multi-task and meet tight deadlines.
• Possess strong communication skills.
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to accept and apply constructive writing feedback.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable, supporting fast paced and changing schedules.
• Exhibit excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent personal computer skills and extreme proficiency in MS Word.
• Ability to use other MS products to include Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Basic experience with Adobe Acrobat.
• Experience with the Shipleys proposal method.
• Ability to travel if needed.

REQUIRED CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE:

Must be a U.S. Citizen

The Alaka'ina Foundation Family of Companies is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries; a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid vacation and sick time; and 11 paid holidays.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and veterans. We are proud to state that we do not illegally discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of any protected categories. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please click here to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees

"EOE, including Disability/Vets" OR "Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans"

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses. The Family of Companies (FOCs) includes Ke`aki Technologies, Laulima Government Solutions, Kpono Government Services, and Kapili Services, Po`okela Solutions, Kkaha Solutions, LLC, and Pololei Solutions, LLC. Alaka`ina Foundation activities under the 501(c)3 principally benefit the youth of Hawaii through charitable efforts which includes providing innovative educational programs that combine leadership, science & technology, and environmental stewardship.

For additional information, please visit www.alakainafoundation.com

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