RFP Writer

Job Description

Job descriptionThe Proposal Writer is responsible for developing comprehensive and compelling responses to RFI/RFP requests which effectively position, differentiate and promote our range of products and services. Responsibilities include all aspects of the proposal delivery from planning, content and data collection and version maintenance, involving cross function collaboration, writing, and delivering. Proposals are the formal and primary means of requesting and acquiring business from the marketplace. The position reports to the manager of the RFP/RFI Unit.What you will do:
• Writecompelling and engaging responses for solicited/unsolicited RFP/RFI under tight timelines.Writing/ authoring targeted, active, responsive proposal responses that tell a winning story.Write consistently strong, persuasive copy that speaks directly to audience needs and preferences.Provide editorial consultingservices to other departments to ensure consistency and accuracy of messages across channels.
• Compile,organizeand maintain updated versionsof information from various Edifecs functional areas to develop comprehensive response.Collecting content via multiple methods (meetingswithvarious departmental Subject Matter Experts;pulling from like past proposals; reviews of pastRFP/RFIcontent references).
• Work collaboratively with leadership and representatives from multiple functional areas to ensure accurate and appropriate responses, includingsales, marketing, finance, legal, solution consulting, client services, IT department, human resources, alliance,andproduct teams.
• Work as part of a creative team to execute concepts through final product.Analyzingand synthesizing data from a variety of sources tofulfillproposal requirements. Formulate, communicate, and implement an integrated proposal strategy that provides a clear and defensible justification for award.
• Reviewand comprehension of customers requirements, instructions and evaluation criteria.Responsible for all written aspects of the responses, including content, style, consistency, tone, appearance, and accuracy.Reviewing content for grammar, accuracy, completeness and revise the response to meet predetermined standards for style.
• Understanding of and experience in proposal management and proposal writing methodologies.
• Supports the proposal manageror acts as proposal manager for smaller scope proposals. Assist other staff members with projects as needed.Managemultiple RFP/RFI requests simultaneously.
• Manage version control for all sections and coordinate the production and the delivery effort.Participate andprovide assistancewith all phases of the proposal. Create and enforce proposal calendar.Leading teams in proposalkickoffmeetings.
• Collaborate with Proposal Content Administrative Assistantto ensure appropriate response and knowledge database are maintained.
• Adhere to departmental, corporate, legal and regulatory standards.
• Developing proposal annotated outlines, compliance matrices and proposal development schedules.
• Coordinating with various departmental SMEs and assist graphics designer to build content for proposals.Contribute to creative presentations and brainstorming sessions.
• Communicating effectively and positively with partners and clients, and across the company.
• Providing leadership and work guidance to less experienced personnel.
• Knowledge of virtual collaboration concepts and software (SharePoint, SF.com,and proposal knowledge base toola plus).
• Create improvements to promote efficiency in the proposal process, logistics, and work environment.
• Assume additional responsibilities as required.
What will you bring:
• Degree in Communications, Journalism, English, Marketing or related field, with strong persuasive writing emphasis
• 6 years professional writing experience for marketing, public relations or business communications
• 4years experiencein RFP/RFI writing
• 4years experiencein healthcare (preferably in software space for health insurance, providers and clearinghouse segments)
• Understanding of typography, working knowledge of professional publishing and presentation software, including Microsoft applications and other software applications as required.
• Excellent proofreading and editing skills
• Excellent planning and problem-solving abilities are a must. Able to organize people/resources and orchestrate multiple activities at once to accomplish desired results
• The interpersonal skills to develop and maintain productive relationships with peers and company leadership
• Must thrive in a fast-paced, results-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Available evenings and weekends on occasion
• Must provide portfolio of writing samples prior to interview

Keyskills :
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