Proposal Manager

Summary

Join Oddball, a company that values learning and growth, and make a big impact by bringing quality software to the federal space. We are seeking a Proposal Manager to work on a pivotal Federal program impacting millions. You will plan and execute all proposal activities, from pipeline management to down-select. This role requires extensive federal contracting experience, strong writing skills, and proficiency in software development concepts. Oddball offers a fully remote work environment, an annual stipend, a comprehensive benefits package, a 401k plan, and flexible PTO. The salary range is $120,000-$150,000.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience managing proposal efforts in response to U.S. federal solicitations
• Federal contracting experience, including demonstrated knowledge and proficiency with relevant regulations (e.g., FAR) and compliance, contract vehicles, and fluency with the opportunity lifecycle (BD/capture activities)
• Proficient with and able to communicate about key software development initiatives and concepts, including: Agile, cloud services, DevSecOps, HCD, IT modernization, cybersecurity, data analytics, etc
• Experience content planning and guiding writers through their sections/volumes (e.g., technical approach and PWS/QASP, management, corporate experience) in response to multi-phase and quick-turn government RFP/Q/Is, including writing sections if necessary
• Excellent technical and persuasive writing skills, with a proven ability to interview experts and synthesize information with our value proposition to develop winning proposals
• Superior attention to detail and copy-editing acumen, with excellent desktop publishing skills (Google Docs, Microsoft Word, and Adobe Acrobat)
• Experience creating and maintaining ownership of proposal response and admin artifacts, such as volume outlines, kickoff slides, compliance matrices, color team review worksheets, etc
• Must be a US Citizen and able to work domestically
• Must be able to attain low-level security clearance
• Bachelor’s degree

Responsibilities

• Work hand in hand with our leadership and growth team, you are responsible for the planning and execution of all activities related to successful proposal submissions, including pipeline management, opportunity evaluation, RFI responses, RFP submissions, and all phases of the down-select process
• Managing relationships and working with partners to ensure stakeholder engagement throughout the process, including educating people on our processes and generally guiding resources through the proposal support experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting all types of proposals to include oral presentations, code challenges, technical volumes, case studies, video submissions, etc. is preferred
• Comfortable working in a Google Drive / Slack environment
• Experience working with VA, CMS, OPM, SEC, and/or DoD, with domain knowledge of agency missions and their users is preferred

Benefits

• Fully remote
• Annual stipend
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Company Match 401(k) plan
• Flexible PTO, Paid Holidays