Remote Proposal Writer/Editor wanted | $80 to $100 per hour
Added 2024-05-28 16:09:54 +0000 UTCCOMPANY/PUBLICATION: ABT GLOBAL
Deadline: 28 June 2024
Abt Global seeks to establish a pool of Proposal Writers and Editors for on-call work through the summer season and into September. The hiring team will review applications, build a candidate pipeline, and conduct interviews to ensure the availability of qualified professionals when the project commences.
GOAL OF PROJECT:
Enhance the overall quality and effectiveness of the content of our proposal documents to ensure responsiveness, clarity, coherence, and effectiveness.
Review, editing, and potential rewriting to ensure proposal content is refined, polished, and optimized to effectively communicate Abt's solution to X client.
TASKS:
Conduct substantive review and potential rewriting of the Technical Volume to strengthen arguments, address gaps, and improve coherence. This may include interviewing SMEs and other proposal team members to understand Abt's overall strategic approach, the technical and management solutions, and respective features, benefits and value proposition to incorporate into our final proposal response.
Analyze structure and organization of the proposal to present writing outline that aligns with RFP objectives and requirements
Fix errors in spelling, grammar, syntax, usage, and punctuation
Ensure that exhibits are correctly numbered and/or cited in text
Ensure that sources cited in text are present in references list and vice versa
Fix, if possible, or flag errors of inconsistency, fact, sense, or style
Evaluate the content for relevance, accuracy, and completeness
Enhance the overall readability and persuasiveness of the proposal
Ensuring compliance with formatting guidelines, style conventions, and industry standards
SKILLS:
Ability to tailor and adjust tone to match audience and ensure one voice
Ability to rewrite complex sentences for clarity and brevity
Meticulous attention to detail in spotting errors, inconsistencies, and discrepancies in grammar, punctuation, and style
Ability to explain complex concepts clearly in plain language terms without oversimplifying
Ability to structure content logically using headings, subheadings, and bullet points for coherence and readability
Ability to provide constructive feedback diplomatically, while addressing areas for improvement
Ability to manage deadlines, coordinate with multiple stakeholders, and organize large volumes of content efficiently
Ability to keep sensitive or propriety information confidential
Proficiency in fact checking or verifying narrative arguments
Expert in using Microsoft Word specialized editing tools for tracking changes, commenting, and formatting
EXPERIENCE:
5-10 years performing in this role/discipline
Knowledge of proposal structures, requirements, and SOWs
Familiarity with U.S. Government federal procurement process
Knowledge of APA, Chicago Manual of Style or specific industry standards for formatting or referencing.
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CONTACT INFORMATION:
Original job posting: Click here
Website: https://www.abtglobal.com/
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