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Position summary:

Reporting to the Sales Operations and Proposals Manager, and as a member of the sales department, the RFP Development Associate is responsible for supporting the sales team by responding to educational funding opportunities. The essential job functions of this position include developing comprehensive and persuasive proposals in response to requests for proposals (RFPs), requests for qualifications (RFQs), and requests for information (RFIs) at the district, regional, and state level. This role requires a deep understanding of our company’s capabilities, products, and services, as well as the ability to effectively communicate our value proposition to potential clients. The RFP Development Associate will also be responsible for corresponding duties that accompany these priorities.

The successful person will have excellent written communication skills, refined organizational skills, an eye for detail, and the ability to remain calm and productive in a fast-paced environment that includes frequent tight deadlines.

Summary of essential job functions

• Analyze RFP/RFQ/RFI documents to identify key requirements and evaluation criteria.
• Support and/or create RFP/RFQ/RFI responses for district, regional, and state solicitations that clearly articulate our company’s solutions and benefits.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to gather information and ensure proposal accuracy, as necessary.
• Edit and proofread proposals to ensure clarity, consistency, and compliance with solicitation guidelines.
• Maintain a proposal library for reuse of content.
• Contribute to the development of proposal templates and processes.
• Function as a member of a team completing similar projects; cross-training will occur, and this person must be prepared to provide assistance with other departmental tasks.
• Utilize appropriate proposal enablement tools to maximize response times
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

Minimum requirements

• Bachelor’s degree is required
• Deep understanding of our company’s capabilities, products, and services
• Ability to effectively communicate our value proposition to potential clients.
• Highly organized and able to work under pressure to meet, sometimes tight, deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Adept at Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, Adobe, and AI tools.

Abilities required

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The incumbent must have excellent written, verbal, and auditory communication skills. Light lifting may be required on occasion.

Position Type

This is a full-time position. Days and hours are typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Occasional evening and weekend work and travel are also required as job duties demand.

Travel

Some travel, including overnights, is required for this role for department meetings, the annual company retreat, and other occasional company meetings.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Remote Work Environment and Personal Obligation Management

As a remote-first company, we are committed to providing our team members with the flexibility to work from anywhere. However, to maintain our standards of excellence and ensure uninterrupted productivity, we have specific expectations regarding the remote work environment.

Dedicated Workspace: Employees are expected to establish a dedicated, quiet workspace that is free of distractions. This environment should be conducive to professional activities and mirror the focus and privacy one would expect in an in-office setting.

Personal Obligations: While we recognize the challenges of balancing professional responsibilities with personal obligations, including childcare, we rely on our team members to manage these aspects effectively during work hours. It is essential that personal obligations do not impede work commitments. Employees are responsible for arranging appropriate care or support to ensure they can dedicate their full attention to their work tasks without interruption.

We believe these practices are key to fostering a productive and respectful remote working culture, where every team member can contribute their best work. We evaluate candidates based on a holistic view of their qualifications, including but not limited to their skills, experience, and education. Our goal is to offer a competitive compensation package that reflects the value we believe each employee brings to our team. The final salary for the position will be determined after a thorough evaluation of the successful candidate's relevant qualifications in relation to our compensation structure, which is designed to reward contributions and performance.

Request for Reasonable Accommodation:
If you need a reasonable accommodation to fulfill an application due to a recognized disability under applicable law, kindly email [email protected]. Please be aware that this email is intended solely for responding to specific requests for assistance related to completing the application as an accommodation for a disability. Other inquiries will not be addressed.

Disclaimers:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Solution Tree is an Affirmative Action - Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.