Proposal Manager

Calista Corporation•Anchorage, AK

42d

About The Position

As the Proposal Manager you will support proposal strategies to meet organizational objectives. Personal initiative and critical thinking skills will be essential to complete job duties with minimal guidance. Assignments are deadline driven – this position must be able to set priorities, take ownership of projects, work efficiently, and provide a consistent level of high quality in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Requirements

Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, to deal effectively with a variety of interpersonal relationships and situations and maintain positive “can-do” attitude.
Ability to conduct oneself with confidence and professionalism under high pressure conditions.
Knowledge of proposal process integration.
Skill in managing calendars for RFP’s.
Skill in using Microsoft (Word, Excel, Power Point) and Adobe (InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop).
Ability to coordinate proposal phases and activities.
Ability to facilitate, lead team meetings, and storyboard sessions.
Five or more years in federal proposal development including experience with federal RFP structures and SF330 formats.
Experience in Microsoft (Word, Excel, Power Point and SharePoint) and Adobe (InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop).
Technical writing and editing experience.

Responsibilities

In conjunction with the Senior Proposal Manager, work with the Capture Manager to develop proposal strategy/win theme, proposal management, technical writing, proposal layout, RFP compliance, reviews and revisions, production of high-quality documents.
Lead and/or support the overall process for the development of proposals with an infrastructure that includes proposal process integration through templates, source material, qualification write-ups, and production
Establish, communicate and manage the proposal development and production schedule; maintaining and publishing to the proposal team an updated schedule as adjustments/amendments are made
Coordinate proposal phases, activities and milestones including kick-off meetings, teammate meetings, data calls, and proposal reviews
Review proposals daily and work with writers to achieve their respective content on time.
Manage “Sources Sought” and “Statement of Qualifications” submissions
Support project teams with technical writing as needed.
Collaborate with various groups within Calista, Bilista and multiple client organizations.
Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive wages and bonus programs
Mentorship Program
Tuition reimbursement.
Health insurance through the Federal Employee Benefit Program (FEHB) with many plans to choose from with ridiculously low employee premiums.
FSA health care and/or dependent care/HSA with HDHP.
Dental and Vision Insurance.
Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
Company paid Life Insurance, AD&D, & LTD.
Voluntary paid Life Insurance and AD&D as well as STD, Accident, Cancer/Critical illness, and Whole Life Insurance.
Paid time off
10 Regular Holidays, 1 Bonus – Work Anniversary “Floating” Holiday.
401(K) match at $0.50 on the dollar up to 6% of your contribution.