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Proposal Writer/Editor
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
|---|---|
| Location | McLean, Virginia |
About this job
Job Description
Harmonia Holdings Group, LLC is an award-winning minority and female owned federal government contractor committed to providing innovative, high-performing solutions to our government clients and focused on fostering a workplace that encourages growth, initiative, creativity, and employee satisfaction.
Successful candidates will have a demonstrated ability to participate proactively in the proposal development process as a writer/editor working with capture and proposal teams and working side-by-side with subject matter experts to craft winning proposals.
Duties include proposal technical/professional writing and editing of proposal content in collaboration with internal subject matter experts, capture and proposal process support, team collaboration in preparation of bid submission documents, networking across the company and our partners for sources of past performance, capability and solution elements relevant to a given RFP/customer requirement.
- Assist in establishing and maintaining style guidelines and standards for texts and illustrations to address tables of contents, headers/footers, figures, tables and page numbering per proposal requirements and company standards.
- Work on multiple proposal efforts concurrently ranging from large strategic proposals to small, rapid response task orders and quick-turn opportunities.
- Outstanding oral and written communications skills, flexibility, agility, ability to take on and lead assignments with contributions of others including very senior personnel.
- Oversees editing of publications and communication pieces to ensure appropriateness, accuracy and adherence to standard guidelines.
- Edits highly complex documents by reviewing content for completeness, accuracy and correctness of language uses; revises documents to meet predetermined standards of style and accuracy.
- Reviews documents for inconsistencies of thought, development or organization and makes complex recommendations for corrections or corrects as appropriate; confers with authors to recommend treatment of material; may develop additional materials or advise authors of other avenues or items to incorporate.
- Reorganizes, eliminates or rewrites various types of documents as appropriate to ensure consistency of thought and organization.
- Tracks and monitors flow of documents from inception to distribution of final copies; coordinates with the proposal manager for quality assurance checks for document deliverables.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Communication, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
- Must have two or more years of editorial/writing experience
- Experience working with editing practices, principles, and procedures
- Experience working with industry writing style such as grammar, sentence form, and structure
- Proficiency in using documentation tools and software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work independently and in a team, managing multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Proven ability to create clear, concise, and engaging technical writing.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong understanding of the user experience and how to write for different audiences.
- Experience with SharePoint (preferred).
Other Qualifications
- Strong editorial and proofreading skills
- Strong communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Good personal computer and business solutions software skills
- Strong organization skills to balance and prioritize work
- Highly motivated individual
As per the Executive Order on Ensuring Adequate Covid Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors and regulations as detailed by www.saferfederalworkforce.gov , it is recommended that all federal government contractors be vaccinated against Covid-19, unless approved for an exemption/ accommodation on the basis of a sincerely held religious belief or medical circumstance.
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Here at Harmonia we are pleased to have been repeatedly recognized for our outstanding work culture, the innovative work we do, and the employees on our team who make a difference each day. Some of these recognitions include:
- Recognized as a Top 20 "Best Place to Work in Virginia"
- Recipient of Department of Labor's HireVets Gold Medallion
- Great Place to Work Certification for five years running
- A Virginia Chamber of Commerce Fantastic 50 company
- A Northern Virginia Technology Council Tech 100 company
- Inc. 5000 list of fastest growing companies for eleven years
- Two-time SBA SBIR Tibbett's Award winner
- Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Certification
We recognize that every bit of our success is the result of our teams of hard-working, motivated, and innovative professionals who are proud to call themselves part of the Harmonia family! In addition to competitive compensation, a family-focused culture, and a dynamic, productive work environment, we offer all full-time employees a variety of benefits including, but not limited to
- Traditional and HSA- eligible medical insurance plans w/ Wellness Incentives for employees and family
- 100% employer-paid dental and vision insurance options
- 100% employer-sponsored STD, LTD, and life insurance
- Veterans Cohort
- Gym membership reimbursement
- 401(k) matching
- Dollar-for-dollar 501(c)(3) donation matching
- Flexible-schedules and teleworking options
- Paid holidays and Flexible Paid Time Off
- Adoption Expense Reimbursement
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional development and career growth opportunities and paid training days
- Employer-sponsored Employee Assistance Program for employee and family
- Team and company-wide events, recognition, and appreciation-- and so much more!
Check out our LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram to find out a little more about who we are and if we are the right next step for your career!
Harmonia is an Equal Opportunity Employer providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or genetics. Harmonia does and will take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. To perform the above job successfully, an individual must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed; meet the education and work experience required; and must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. Other duties in addition to those listed may be assigned as necessary to meet business needs. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable an applicant with a disability to successfully apply for and/or perform the essential duties of the job. If you are in need of an accommodation, please contact HR@harmonia.com.
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