Nira Inc
Role Summary
NIRA is seeking a Senior Proposal Professional to independently lead and execute complex government proposals. This role owns the proposal process from kickoff through submission and plays a critical role in driving company growth. The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, process-driven, and comfortable operating with minimal oversight while managing multiple concurrent pursuits. This is a hands-on role requiring deep experience with government RFPs and the ability to translate technical and operational inputs into clear, compliant, and compelling proposal narratives. Key Responsibilities
Proposal Leadership & Execution Own the end-to-end proposal lifecycle for federal, state, and local government solicitations (RFPs, RFQs, RFIs, task orders) Develop and manage detailed proposal schedules, compliance matrices, outlines, and production plans Lead proposal kickoff meetings and clearly communicate expectations, deadlines, and deliverables Track progress daily and proactively resolve gaps, risks, and bottlenecks Writing & Content Development Write and edit substantial portions of proposals, including technical approach, management approach, staffing plans, resumes, and past performance narratives Translate complex technical, operational, and programmatic information into clear, evaluator-focused responses Ensure consistency in tone, terminology, and messaging across all proposal sections Incorporate win themes, discriminators, and evaluation criteria into all written content Compliance & Quality Control Perform detailed compliance checks to ensure full adherence to RFP instructions, formatting requirements, and evaluation criteria Review all proposal content for accuracy, clarity, completeness, and responsiveness Manage internal review cycles and incorporate reviewer feedback efficiently and accurately Conduct final "ready-to-submit" reviews to ensure zero compliance or production issues Collaboration & Coordination Work closely with executives, capture managers, subject matter experts, and partners to gather inputs and approvals Coordinate inputs from subcontractors, including technical sections, resumes, and past performance Serve as the central point of accountability for proposal communication and document control Process Improvement & Knowledge Management Maintain and improve proposal templates, boilerplate content, and internal libraries Document lessons learned and contribute to continuous improvement of proposal processes Support capture and pre-RFP activities as needed, including solution shaping and proposal planning Required Qualifications
7+ years of hands-on government proposal experience (federal strongly preferred) Demonstrated ability to independently manage and deliver complex, high-volume proposals Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills Advanced writing and editing skills with a focus on clarity, compliance, and evaluator usability Strong understanding of government procurement processes and evaluation methodologies Proven ability to manage multiple proposals simultaneously under tight deadlines Experience working directly with senior leadership and cross-functional teams High proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; comfort managing complex documents Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting technology, data, analytics, or consulting services proposals Experience with both prime contractor and subcontractor proposals Experience with state and local government proposals Familiarity with structured proposal processes and color team reviews Why NIRA
High-visibility role with direct impact on company growth Opportunity to own and shape proposal operations and standards Collaborative, fast-moving environment with access to senior leadership Competitive compensation and benefits Flexible work environment
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NIRA is seeking a Senior Proposal Professional to independently lead and execute complex government proposals. This role owns the proposal process from kickoff through submission and plays a critical role in driving company growth. The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, process-driven, and comfortable operating with minimal oversight while managing multiple concurrent pursuits. This is a hands-on role requiring deep experience with government RFPs and the ability to translate technical and operational inputs into clear, compliant, and compelling proposal narratives. Key Responsibilities
Proposal Leadership & Execution Own the end-to-end proposal lifecycle for federal, state, and local government solicitations (RFPs, RFQs, RFIs, task orders) Develop and manage detailed proposal schedules, compliance matrices, outlines, and production plans Lead proposal kickoff meetings and clearly communicate expectations, deadlines, and deliverables Track progress daily and proactively resolve gaps, risks, and bottlenecks Writing & Content Development Write and edit substantial portions of proposals, including technical approach, management approach, staffing plans, resumes, and past performance narratives Translate complex technical, operational, and programmatic information into clear, evaluator-focused responses Ensure consistency in tone, terminology, and messaging across all proposal sections Incorporate win themes, discriminators, and evaluation criteria into all written content Compliance & Quality Control Perform detailed compliance checks to ensure full adherence to RFP instructions, formatting requirements, and evaluation criteria Review all proposal content for accuracy, clarity, completeness, and responsiveness Manage internal review cycles and incorporate reviewer feedback efficiently and accurately Conduct final "ready-to-submit" reviews to ensure zero compliance or production issues Collaboration & Coordination Work closely with executives, capture managers, subject matter experts, and partners to gather inputs and approvals Coordinate inputs from subcontractors, including technical sections, resumes, and past performance Serve as the central point of accountability for proposal communication and document control Process Improvement & Knowledge Management Maintain and improve proposal templates, boilerplate content, and internal libraries Document lessons learned and contribute to continuous improvement of proposal processes Support capture and pre-RFP activities as needed, including solution shaping and proposal planning Required Qualifications
7+ years of hands-on government proposal experience (federal strongly preferred) Demonstrated ability to independently manage and deliver complex, high-volume proposals Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills Advanced writing and editing skills with a focus on clarity, compliance, and evaluator usability Strong understanding of government procurement processes and evaluation methodologies Proven ability to manage multiple proposals simultaneously under tight deadlines Experience working directly with senior leadership and cross-functional teams High proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; comfort managing complex documents Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting technology, data, analytics, or consulting services proposals Experience with both prime contractor and subcontractor proposals Experience with state and local government proposals Familiarity with structured proposal processes and color team reviews Why NIRA
High-visibility role with direct impact on company growth Opportunity to own and shape proposal operations and standards Collaborative, fast-moving environment with access to senior leadership Competitive compensation and benefits Flexible work environment
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