This role requires a senior-level, hands-on Proposal Writer who understands how international institutional contracts are actually won—not just written.
You will own the entire proposal lifecycle, from opportunity identification through submission, ensuring every proposal is:
• Fully compliant
• Strategically positioned
• Competitive and persuasive
This is not a general content or business development role.
It is a technical, compliance-focused proposal position within logistics and supply chain contracting.
This role requires a senior-level, hands-on Proposal Writer who understands how international institutional contracts are actually won—not just written.
You will own the entire proposal lifecycle, from opportunity identification through submission, ensuring every proposal is:
• Fully compliant
• Strategically positioned
• Competitive and persuasive
This is not a general content or business development role.
It is a technical, compliance-focused proposal position within logistics and supply chain contracting.
Mandatory Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet all requirements below to be considered.
Education
• Bachelor’s degree in:
• Business Administration
• Supply Chain / Logistics
• International Development
• English / Communications
• or a closely related field
• Master’s degree is preferred or may be offset by substantial documented experience
Professional Experience
1. Institutional Platform Expertise
• Demonstrated, hands-on experience using SAM.gov for:
• Opportunity identification
• Solicitation analysis
• Proposal submission
• Practical experience with at least one additional institutional or donor-funded platform, such as:
• UNGM
• World Bank
• EU procurement portals
• FCDO / NGO tender systems
2. Proposal Development Experience
• Minimum 3–5 years of direct experience writing proposals for:
• International
• Donor-funded
• Institutional contracts
• Proven ability to develop complete proposal volumes, including:
• Technical Approach
• Management & Implementation Plans
• Past Performance
• Cost / Pricing Narratives
3. Sector Specialization
• Professional background in:
• Logistics
• Procurement
• Transportation
• Supply Chain Operations
• Ability to convert operational capabilities into winning proposal narratives
Core Competencies
• Advanced professional English writing and editing
• Strong command of compliance-based proposal structures
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines independently
• High ethical standards and confidentiality
Key Responsibilities
• Identify and track international contract opportunities on SAM.gov and other donor/institutional platforms
• Analyze RFPs, RFQs, IFBs, and EOIs
• Identify and qualify international contracting opportunities
• Track and analyze solicitations on SAM.gov and comparable platforms
• Lead proposal planning, outlining, and compliance management
• Draft and finalize technical, management, and past performance sections
• Coordinate pricing and inputs with management and technical teams
• Ensure 100% compliance with solicitation instructions
• Deliver submission-ready proposals within strict timelines
Preferred (Strong Advantage)
• Verifiable record of successful contract awards
• Experience with international NGOs, UN agencies, or development contractors
• Certifications such as:
• PMP
• CSCP / CPSM
• Procurement or contract management credentials
• Experience with capability statements and vendor registrations