Proposal Writer – Government Contracts

Year    Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Proposal Writer to provide end-to-end proposal management and writing support for government proposals. The role involves managing the complete proposal lifecycle--from RFP analysis through final submission--while developing high-quality, compliant, and compelling technical narratives. The ideal candidate has strong government procurement knowledge, exceptional writing skills, and the ability to communicate complex technical solutions clearly to government evaluators.
Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage the complete proposal lifecycle from RFP release through final submission
  • Analyze RFP documents to identify requirements, evaluation criteria, and compliance rules
  • Develop proposal schedules, coordinate cross-functional inputs, and enforce deadlines
  • Create and maintain compliance matrices to track all solicitation requirements
  • Coordinate proposal kickoff meetings and strategy sessions
  • Write clear, persuasive technical narratives aligned with evaluation criteria
  • Develop compliant outlines for proposal sections
  • Translate complex technical concepts into accessible language for evaluators
  • Review SME inputs, identify gaps, and coordinate with internal teams to resolve them
  • Develop and integrate tables, graphics, and visual elements
  • Reuse and tailor content from previous proposals and content libraries
  • Coordinate with subcontractors as required by RFP specifications
  • Source and document diverse subcontractors as mandated by solicitations
  • Edit, proofread, and review proposals to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance
  • Ensure timely, error-free submission of complete proposals
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Business Administration, Engineering, Sciences, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience writing proposals for government contracts
  • Proven experience with government procurement processes and RFP response development
  • Ability to manage multiple proposals simultaneously under tight deadlines
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English
  • Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
  • Strong working knowledge of SharePoint, OneDrive, and collaborative platforms
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and time-management skills
  • High attention to detail and ability to deliver quality work in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience in healthcare, public health, behavioral health, social services, AI, IT services, staffing, or professional services proposals is preferred

Skills Required

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD5163121
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
  • Education
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  • Experience
    Year