- Bethesda, MD, USA
- Full Time
Summary:
ME&A is seeking a Senior Proposal Writer to aid in proposal development and support for a range of international development projects funded by USAID, the U.S. Department of State, and other donor organizations. ME&A specializes in monitoring and evaluation, water resources and climate, democracy and governance, economic growth, human and institutional development, capacity development, communications, and knowledge management.
Responsibilities:
- Write proposals that convey factual, objective, and technical information while incorporating compelling language that communicates the benefits of the organization's products/services and meet or exceed proposal technical evaluation requirements.
- Works cross-functionally to gather material and synthesizes information into a final product.
- Serve as a lead proposal writer for proposals, in accordance with ME&A and donor requirements
- Facilitate technical design sessions to set proposal strategy and criteria for successful development of proposals
- Integrate and assure the quality of technical writer's contributions to the proposal Liaise and coordinate with ME&A HQ staff, technical specialists, consultants, and partners to provide clear, complete, and timely instructions and feedback for proposal deliverables
- Review, revise, edit, and improve the quality and responsiveness of proposal documents and materials
- Participate in technical reviews and incorporate feedback in a timely manner Review and integrate all background materials to ensure that the technical application is compliant with all technical and formatting requirements
- Lead the preparation and delivery of a more complex proposal design workshops.
- Work effectively with the Proposal Director, Proposal Team including sub-contractors.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree (Master's degree preferred) in International Development, Communications, Journalism or similar field
- At least 7 years of related experience in proposal writing and management.
- Experience writing successful USAID proposals
- Strong prior experience managing or coordinating proposals for USAID-funded and/or other US government-funded opportunities
- Knowledge of USAID programming and technical procurement requirements
- Knowledge of the principles, terminology, and methodology of water sector proposal preparation
- Excellent technical writing and editing skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to analyze and synthesize knowledge (inputs) into high quality proposal outputs
- Ability to successful collaborate with others and work in teams, especially under pressure
ME&A is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all applicants.
All applications and CVs must be submitted in English.
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