Proposal Development Coordinator

Accenture Federal Services • Arlington, VA

16h

About The Position

The Proposal Coordinator is a key member of the Accenture Federal Services (AFS) Proposal Development Center (PDC), a centralized team that partners with account teams across the business to develop high‑quality, compelling federal proposals. This entry level position is ideal for someone who is curious, motivated, and excited to grow their career in a fast paced, highly collaborative environment. As a Proposal Coordinator, you will work alongside experienced Proposal Managers and cross functional teams to support the full lifecycle of federal proposals—from initial planning to final submission. You will help keep complex efforts organized, ensure teams have what they need to produce high quality content, and contribute to the smooth execution of critical milestones.This role gives you a front row seat to the business of federal consulting while building foundational skills in project coordination, communication, document management, and problem solving. At AFS, you will be part of a team that values learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement. If you thrive at keeping workstreams organized, managing priorities thoughtfully, and collaborating with people at all levels, this role offers career development and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Requirements

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to multi task and work effectively in a deadline-driven environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and willingness to learn proposal processes
• Ability to collaborate with diverse teams in a professional manner
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word; working knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint
• Comfort using or learning SharePoint
• US Citizenship

Nice To Haves

• Strong organizational and coordination abilities
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a deadline driven environment
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and active listening skills
• Detail oriented with a strong focus on quality and accuracy
• Basic document formatting and version control skills
• Ability to facilitate meetings and capture key notes or action items
• Strong judgment, professionalism, and adaptability
• Willingness to learn proposal best practices and internal processes

Responsibilities

• Support daily proposal administration for small to large federal opportunities, including developing schedules, work plans, and tracking key milestones.
• Manage production workstreams throughout the proposal lifecycle, including graphics, formatting/desktop publishing, and printing.
• Review solicitations for formatting requirements and update proposal templates to ensure compliance.
• Serve as a tertiary point of contact when Proposal Managers are unavailable, documenting decisions and action items as needed.
• Assist with SharePoint access, permissions, and site organization to support proposal teams.
• Support color team reviews by scheduling meetings, preparing review materials, coordinating reviewers, collecting comments, and guiding authors through recovery activities.
• Provide basic formatting and desktop publishing support when required.
• Provide on site support as needed, including managing proposal room logistics and maintaining an organized working environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees