Federal Proposal Assistant

Olsson•Lincoln, NE

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Federal Proposal Assistant, you will support the organization’s marketing services and technical teams in positioning the firm to win work and strengthen Olsson’s brand. This role primarily supports the Federal Market and provides an opportunity to learn the fundamentals of federal proposals, qualifications, and strategic marketing in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment. You will contribute to a wide range of marketing activities by following established guidelines. Under the guidance of senior marketing and proposal staff, responsibilities may include supporting proposal development and interview strategies, coordinating conferences and client events, assisting with award submissions, gathering client insights, and conducting market research.

Requirements

Strong verbal and written communication skills
The ability to contribute to and thrive within a collaborative team environment
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Writing/Journalism, or a related field
Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat
A self-motivated mindset with the ability to work independently
Excellent interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Strengths in technical writing, editing, and visual presentation

Nice To Haves

Working collaboratively with others to achieve shared goals
Taking ownership of your work and delivering high-quality results
Using your talents to make a positive impact in the communities we serve
Growing professionally within a team of talented and supportive marketing professionals
Partnering with multidisciplinary teams locally and across the Olsson footprint
Building and nurturing strong professional relationships, both within the organization and with external partners
Managing your time effectively and balancing multiple high-priority tasks under tight deadlines

Responsibilities

Organize, produce, and format marketing and proposal materials for various marketing needs such as qualification packages, proposals, brochures, and presentations while following the brand guidelines.
Communicates proactively and meets deadlines for the timely completion of project pursuits and proposals.
Assists with research, coordination, and/or facilitation of client engagement activities, conferences, and client events.
Supports proposal preparation, which may include gathering, verifying, organizing, and maintaining key information and documentation.
Assembles information relevant to interview strategies, team qualifications, and supporting documentation.
Maintains marketing information systems, including client files, resumes, project descriptions, and contact lists.
Provides support in the collection, analysis, and sharing of client and market intelligence to inform strategic pursuits.
Conduct research on federal target markets, agencies, and potential clients to support business development and strategic marketing efforts.
Contributes to the writing and preparation of award submissions.