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Proposal Manager/Sr. BD Associate - International Health
Proposal Manager/Sr. BD Associate - International Health
Position Summary
| Position Title |
Proposal Manager/Sr. BD Associate - International Health |
| Organization Name |
Constella Group [click name to learn more about the organization]
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| Job Category |
Other - Not Listed - |
| Global Health Area |
All Health Areas - |
| Location |
One Thomas Circle, NW, Suite 200Washington, DC, 20005United States
38° 54' 15.2064" N, 77° 1' 54.4908" W
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| Position Type |
full-time |
| Salary |
Negotiable |
| Experience |
2-5 Years |
| Language Requirements |
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| Desired Education Level |
Bachelors Degree |
| Reports To |
Senior Proposals Manager |
| Opening Date |
Jul 24 2008 |
| Date Posted Here |
Thu, 24/07/2008 - 4:07pm |
| Closing Date |
Aug 31 2008 |
| Job Tracking ID |
19078BR |
Position Description
Constella Futures, the international health development business unit of SRA International has an exciting opportunity available for a Proposal Manager. The Proposal Manager/Senior Business Development Associate will be a member of the Program Development Unit (PDU) supporting the program development efforts of the three Centers of Excellence at Constella Futures. S/He helps to take an opportunity through the pipeline from identification to submission. S/He focuses on overall planning, writing select proposal/pre-proposal pieces, and coordinating the internal team and partner inputs for bid efforts, and also assists in broader bid preparation and production aspects.
Responsibilities and Duties
Essential Functions:
Works closely with capture managers to successfully coordinate and manage major proposal efforts, including identification of needed proposal team members, timeline and action planning, and management of proposal Sharepoint site
Helps facilitate evolution of proposal strategy, such as competitive analysis, developing win themes and technical approach, visioning needed personnel, and selecting teaming partners
Guides proposal team through necessary unit-level and corporate bid reviews and protocols, and bid decisions
Helps ensure vital flow of communication and task management between Centers, capture manager, Contracts Unit, Operations Unit, and other parties involved in the proposal process
Performs analysis of RFP/A requirements and has lead or supportive responsibility for coordinating select proposals (including preparation of outlines, tailored checklists, instructions, and templates)
Writes expressions of interest, corporate capability statements, personnel and management sections, past performance references, biographical sketches and other proposal components; strategically enhances/positions resume content
Oversees or supports final technical and cost proposal production
Edits and coordinates technical proposal sections as they develop (including managing file traffic/turnaround time, and close liaison with technical staff)
Reviews and edits submissions from partners, ensuring their inputs meet specified requirements and expected level of quality
In close coordination with Operations/Contracts unit, helps support cost/business proposal development as appropriate
Carries out business intelligence research to help position company/guide strategic planning. Researches and analyzes funding trends among key donors/clients
Supports liaison with and efforts to build positive relationships with other international development organizations and a range of international donors
Serves as PDU liaison to one or more centers—develops depth of understanding of center staff and projects, and helps facilitate proactive and responsive program development unit support
Provides support to marketing collateral development and conference/event opportunities
Necessary Skills and Qualifications
Required Experience:
Previous experience in proposal development and USAID/other international donors required
Proven ability to successfully manage the full proposal development process
Demonstrated organizational and writing skills and attention to detail are essential
Must be able to work under tight deadlines and with multiple/simultaneous bid efforts
Background in international health or related field preferred
Languages a plus
Education:
Master’s preferred and/or comparable experience.
How to Apply
Contact Person: Tamara Smith
Last Date to Apply: Aug 31 2008
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