Proposal Manager

August 1

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Rise8

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Government • Software

Rise8 is a technology company that specializes in delivering critical software solutions for government agencies, particularly in the GovTech sector. The company is known for building, deploying, and utilizing complex, critical software at high speeds, often completing projects in under 180 days. Rise8's core capabilities include cloud and platform applications, cybersecurity, compliance, and product execution. They are focused on helping government agencies regain their tactical advantage by providing fast, innovative software solutions and bypassing bureaucratic status quos.

51 - 200 employees

🏛️ Government

📋 Description

• We’re transforming the United States Government and we know that takes a dream team. • We believe customer experience starts with employee experience, so we take care of our employees. We offer competitive pay and benefits, invest in employee growth, and offer a culture you can’t find anywhere else. • At Rise8, we continuously achieve unreached heights through next-level tech, and on-the-level collaboration. Together, we create continuous impact. We turn breakdowns into breakthroughs, make small steps into giant leaps, and deliver game-changing products through culture-changing process. • We pair Risers with their customer counterparts and practice pairing at every moment to elevate people and teams and deliver results fast and forever. We work in small teams and rotate between them frequently so that we are able to meet new challenges and explore new ideas. • Our methodology is about experimenting and learning, and our culture is empowering. We subscribe to an ethos of kindness. We make a point to bring empathy to each and every project and are guided by a promise and a purpose: to deploy critical outcomes to prod in order to drive relentless progress. Not just an idea. But an outcome. A better world. A world where every day, fewer bad things happen because of bad software. • Rise8 is certified as a Great Place to Work with 100% of employees saying they love working here. • At Rise8, we are dedicated to driving growth and success by securing vital government contracts. Proposal Management plays a critical role in achieving this by crafting compelling proposals that resonate with our clients and align with their needs. In this role, you will be instrumental in leading the proposal process, from initial planning through final delivery, ensuring that every submission is not only compliant but also persuasive and impactful. • We value professionals who are not only skilled writers and editors but also strategic thinkers capable of aligning proposal efforts with broader business objectives. At Rise8, you’ll have the opportunity to work closely with cross-functional teams, leveraging their expertise to create proposals that stand out in a competitive landscape. • As a Proposal Manager at Rise8, you will lead the proposal process for government contracts, ensuring that all submissions are timely, compliant, and of the highest quality. You’ll work closely with our Growth team to align proposal efforts with strategic objectives and identify new business opportunities. Your role will also involve maintaining and updating proposal templates and libraries, conducting post-submission reviews, and staying abreast of industry trends to continuously improve our proposal processes. • In addition to managing individual proposals, you will be a key contributor to the broader proposal management strategy, helping to refine our processes and elevate the quality of our submissions across the board.

🎯 Requirements

• 3-6+ years of experience in proposal management, writing, or a related field. • Manage the end-to-end proposal process, including scheduling, coordination, compliance checks, and final delivery. • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple proposal efforts simultaneously. Familiarity with the proposal lifecycle, including capture management, RFP/RFI analysis, and compliance. • Exceptional writing and editing skills with a focus on clarity, conciseness, and persuasiveness. Experience in developing technical and non-technical content for proposals, including executive summaries, technical volumes, and past performance. • Understanding of growth and sales strategies, with the ability to align proposal efforts with broader business objectives. Experience in market research and competitive analysis to inform proposal strategies and positioning. • Strong project management skills with the ability to set and meet deadlines under pressure. Proficiency in managing resources, timelines, and deliverables to ensure high-quality proposals. Knowledge of project management tools and methodologies. • Experience in supporting growth administration and coordination efforts, aligning proposal activities with broader business objectives. • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders. Ability to facilitate meetings, including proposal kick-offs, reviews, and debriefs, ensuring all contributors are aligned and informed.

🏖️ Benefits

• Flexible schedule in a 100% distributed workforce • Premium Insurance: We cover up to 100% of the employee premium and up to 80% of the combined dependent premium on our base health plan, depending on pay band. We also cover 100% of the premium for employee and dependent Dental and Vision as well as employee premiums for Life and Disability coverage. • Retirement: 401k match at 10% gross pay. • Paid time off (PTO): 4 weeks combined accrued vacation and sick leave, 11 Federal holidays, your birthday, jury duty, and bereavement. • Education & Training: Accrued budget of up to $3,500 per year for classes, travel, events, and materials. • Home Office and Merch: We offer $750 per year for home office technology and equipment as well as $100 per year for Rise8 merch from our Swag Store. • Wellness Budget: To encourage and support a well-rounded healthy lifestyle, we cover 100% reimbursement on a variety of wellness activities and products, up to $500 per calendar year. Or Rise8 is part of the Life Time Corporate Partner program. In lieu of your $500 annual wellness benefit, you can instead get a $75 monthly credit towards a Life Time membership ($900 annual benefit). • Equipment: We offer a MacBook Pro