About Valor
Valor Healthcare is a veteran and physician-led provider of healthcare services for deserving, resilient patriots. We aim to deliver high-quality care in a way that upholds the health of our nation’s greatest asset: its people. The entire Valor team works hard to earn the trust of those who have faith in us to care for them with respect and through methods that lead to excellent outcomes.
About the Role
The Sr. Proposal Writer is responsible for the entire proposal lifecycle, serving as the lead on all communications, both internal and external—including government correspondence and presentations. This role requires advanced technical writing skills to craft, edit, and coordinate clear, compelling proposals that support business development initiatives. A deep familiarity with the Shipley proposal model and process is essential, applying best practices in proposal strategy, compliance, and structure to maximize win probability. The Sr. Proposal Writer responds to RFPs under tight deadlines, writes detailed narratives, develops and updates proposal templates, and maintains databases of responses, boilerplates, resumes, and past performance data. Strong organizational skills are vital, as multiple proposals and communication projects may be in progress simultaneously, demanding careful management and attention to detail.
Core Responsibilities
Proposal Lifecycle Management
- Oversee the entire proposal process, including RFI, question submissions, initial draft RFP analysis and final submission.
- Develop compliant proposal outlines, schedules, compliance matrices, and management plans, ensuring strict adherence to all deadlines and solicitation requirements through day-to-day proposal management activities, including creation of work plans, action items, and version control for all proposal artifacts.
- Monitor government communications, amendments, and Q&A, and assess their impact on proposal content and compliance.
Content Development and Quality Control
- Write, edit, and proofread all proposal narratives and technical sections, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and compliance with submission guidelines. Coordinate graphics development and work with designers to translate complex concepts into informative visuals.
- Develop, update, and enhance proposal templates, incorporating feedback and evolving requirements from leadership and subject matter experts.
- Provide overall quality assurance, including formatting, color correction, completeness, and compliance checks before printing and delivery. Review and adjudicate edits from editors, ensuring final documents meet the highest standards.
Collaboration and Communication
- Manage internal and external communications, including government correspondence and submission of questions through Contracts.
- Facilitate meetings, kick-offs, and ongoing updates to keep all stakeholders informed and engaged throughout the proposal process.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required; however, substantial and relevant work experience may substitute for educational requirements.
- At least 10 years of continuous federal government proposal management experience handling large, strategic opportunities at the corporate level.
- Extensive knowledge and practical application of the Shipley methodology, including best practices for proposal planning, development, and review to maximize win probability.
- Comprehensive understanding of federal procurement processes, including compliance with all sections of government RFPs, RFP analysis, proposal outline and schedule creation, and coordination of proposal teams and deliverables.
- Demonstrated expertise in utilizing AI-driven platforms and technologies to streamline proposal development, enhance content accuracy, facilitate team collaboration, and improve overall efficiency.
- Proven ability to write, edit, and produce high-quality proposal content under tight deadlines, with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, facilitation, presentation, and leadership abilities.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the flexibility to manage multiple assignments and shifting priorities within compressed timeframes.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), graphics and desktop publishing software, as well as proposal collaboration tools such as Teams, SharePoint, and emerging AI-powered solutions.
- Ability to interface with all levels of staff and senior executives, and to coordinate across departments.
- Energetic, optimistic, and willing to work extended hours to meet changing needs and delivery schedules.
Benefits:
Valor offers competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision. Basic life and supplemental life, short and long-term disability, 401k with an employer match, robust holiday schedule and more.
Valor Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.
