Knowledge Services, a leading multidisciplinary organization in the software, professional services, and cyber security industry, is seeking an experienced Proposal Writer. This role represents a unique opportunity to become a key member of an exciting and growing organization driven by a commitment to excellence, innovation, and a passion for Serving Those Who Serve Others.

The Proposal Writer will join our Proposal Team and will have responsibility for researching and writing proposal content primarily for State government solicitations.

We are seeking someone with the understanding of proposal best practices to write responses to government solicitations. Ideally the writer will have an understanding of proposal tools that assist in locating content from a database and applying it to a question along with determining what content can be better illustrated in a graphic format.

The ideal candidate will have experience writing persuasive content based on interviews with SMEs and is able to confirm that the SME has fully addressed the requirements during the interview process. The writer will be responsible for taking the information from the interview and writing the required response.

The Proposal Writer will collaborate with the Proposal Team, Marketing Teams, as well as other SMEs, including our Executive Team, Technical Teams, and Delivery Teams, to develop content in a unified voice that showcases and effectively positions Knowledge Services.

The ideal candidate needs to be highly motivated and organized and must be able to adhere to strict deadlines. This work is done across multiple stakeholders, and potentially multiple lines of services at once.

The Proposal Team strives for excellence in service to our internal and external audiences. As a member of this team, the Proposal Writer will participate in the development of annotated outlines, win theme strategy sessions, and lead Red Team Reviews.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop technical narratives that address the response plan, while incorporating win-themes and differentiators
2. Tailor proposal content to address client pain points and showcase the company's value proposition
3. Analyze Request for Proposal (RFP) requirements, preparing compliance matrices, schedules, and outlines
4. Research and write content that responds to government solicitations
5. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather essential information and insights
6. Develop graphic concepts to support proposal content
7. Lead Pink Team and Red Team meetings

Qualifications:

1. Experience providing quality, well organized proposal content
2. Experience with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and proposal database tools such as Responsive or Loopio
3. Detail oriented in writing and process management
4. Ability to write for various audiences
5. Excellent organizational skills
6. Ability to facilitate and manage input from multiple stakeholders
7. Aptitude to understand complex material
8. Ability to work on multiple projects and topics at a time
9. Deadline oriented
10. Proficient researcher
11. Works well in a team environment
12. Desire to join a passionate Team with a purpose to serve those who serve others

Experience

1. Minimum of 3 years proposal writing experience
2. Preferred experience in writing proposals in response to government solicitations
3. Preferred experience in Shipley Methodology or APMP best practices
4. Experience writing on complex topics

Education

1. Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, media, English, business, or related field

Knowledge Services strives to offer an environment that provides our employees with the right balance between work and family.

Perks and Benefits include:

1. Brand new HQ office full of amenities (gym, rec room, coffee bars, bike room)
2. Personal, modern work stations with standing desks and top of the line technology
3. Mindful environment with touchless door entry and hospital grade air filtration system
4. Comprehensive health insurance including dental and vision coverage
5. Company funded life insurance
6. 401k match program (Roth and Traditional options)
7. Established Wellness Program
8. PTO & Paid Holidays

Knowledge Services, established in 1994 and headquartered in Indianapolis IN, is a certified woman-owned (WBE) professional services organization with over 1500 employees located in offices throughout North America. Founded by Julie Bielawski, CEO, Guidesoft, Inc. DBA Knowledge Services is an industry leader in Managed Service Programs (MSP), Employer of Record / Payrolling Services, National Recruitment, and Staffing Services. We provide outstanding services to major organizations in various industries, including; IT, Healthcare, Entertainment, Media, Federal and State Governments, Public Utilities, Telecom, Manufacturing and more.

As such, Knowledge Services is committed to providing opportunities for growth – in our company, in each team member and in our relationships. We believe titles do not define a person, but provide a framework to each person’s endless potential. Our focus on improving our team, product and processes drive us every day. We are guided by our four Pillars that set the foundation of who we are and how we conduct business: Knowledge, Integrity, Innovation, and Service.

Knowledge Services is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

People with disabilities, veterans, and military families are encouraged to apply.

Applicants with disabilities may contact Human Resources via telephone, e-mail, and other means to request and arrange for accommodations. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time. Please contact the Human Resources Team at HR@knowledgeservices.com or 317.806.6102.

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