PROPOSAL WRITER (HYBRID)

Green Shield Canada (GSC); Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit health organization in Toronto is seeking a Proposal Writer to develop and manage proposals for various initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong writing and communication skills, experience in group benefits, and the ability to collaborate effectively with multiple stakeholders. This role demands creativity, project management skills, and the ability to work within deadlines. The organization values inclusivity and offers a dynamic work environment focused on better health for all Canadians.

Qualifications

• Independent self-starter who is motivated.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong administrative and creative skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop proposals in response to RFPs and RFIs.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders on proposal strategy.
• Perform quality checks on proposals to ensure accuracy.

Skills

Experience in group benefits

Excellent listening skills

Verbal communication

Strong writing skills

Project management

Bilingual in English and French

Basic graphic design skills

Education

Post-secondary education in communications/business/marketing/human resources

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

WHO WE ARE

When it comes to health, we’re always looking for waysto push for better. It’s why we were founded in the first place. In 1957, ourfounder, pharmacist William Wilkinson, witnessed a mother sacrifice her healthby forgoing her own medicine to pay for her sick daughter’s prescription. Heknew there had to be a better way. So, he introduced North America’s firstprepaid drug plan, and GreenShield was born as a not-for-profit with a missionto support better health for all Canadians.

We aren’t just a health and benefits company. We’rethe only not-for-profit social enterprise that brings worlds of coverage andcare together, all in one place.

We’re noble challengers, purposefully building a betterway and we need the best people to help us create a more holistic approach thattakes care of the mind and body.

Our mission is to create better health for allCanadians, and we know that starts with our employees.

THEROLE IN A NUTSHELL

The position is primarily focused on the technical and creative aspects of proposal writing. It involves working with internal stakeholders to develop key messages on various programs or initiatives for external audiences, being responsible for the full process of proposal completion (from analysis of the marketing specifications to the final “on brand” bound product), and supporting content management for the proposal database.

The proposal writer will also interact with members of the Marketing and Communications Team, contributing to team projects and supporting our sales teams. This position will report to the Manager, Communications.

ACCOUNTABILITIES OF THIS ROLE INCLUDE :

• Develop proposals in response to a variety of requests for proposal (RFPs) and requests for information (RFIs);
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (including Account Executives) on strategic review of RFPs and RFIs;
• Coordinate the proposal process and completion of proposals;
• Contribute to team editorial meetings;
• Assist in maintaining and updating a large database of information pertaining to proposals;
• Collaborate with senior managers and business partners to develop proactive communications about GSC’s products and services, while ensuring messages are aligned with company’s strategic priorities;
• Perform quality checks / peer reviews of proposals with team members to ensure consistency and accuracy;
• Monitor and manage “look and feel” of final proposal documents by editing for style, accuracy and content;
• Provide support for the Marketing and Communications Team, and more general administrative tasks as required.

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS :

The ideal candidate is an independent self-starter that is motivated by the opportunity to be a member of a growing Marketing and Communications Team within a growing organization. They will also possess the following competencies and qualifications :

Experience in group benefits and / or related industries – preferred;

Post-secondary education in communications / business / marketing / human resources - preferred;

Aptitude for project management and collaboration with various stakeholders, as well as demonstrating strong administrative and creative skills;

Ability to organize and prioritize accountabilities in a deadline-driven environment;

Excellent listening, verbal communication, and writing skills;

Strong computer skills – Excel, Word, PowerPoint;

Entrepreneurial aptitude, positive attitude, customer-focus, and interest to learn;

Bilingual communication skills – English and French – considered a valued asset;

Basic graphic design skills – considered a valued asset;

A sense of humour (we’re dead serious).

THE CULTURE

We believe a career should be meaningful. Not just ameans to earn a living. Our culture is one where everyone's voice is heard andvalued. Because that’s what it takesto create better health for all. We dare to challenge the status quo. And we’redriven by people who have challenged theirs. We believe that yourworkplace should empower you to be the best version of yourself. That’s why we provide aplace where you can be inspired, challenged, and rewarded.

Where your growth means our growth.

Where your voice is heard and valued.

Where your work has purpose. And purpose matters.

We believe our people arecritical to our overall success. Inclusivity makes us a stronger, smarter andmore informed organization. Being intentionally inclusive of diversebackgrounds, perspectives and experiences will enhance our company culture topositively impact how we support our communities. A career at GreenShield isn’t just about personalachievements, it's about making adifference together.

Here’s to Better Health for All!

AFEW MORE DETAILS

Proficiency in English is requiredfor this position. As part of this role, you will be required to communicatewith colleagues or customers who use English as their primary language. By requiring English proficiency for thisposition, we aim to ensure that our employees can excel in their roles,collaborate, and communicate effectively, and contribute to the success of ourorganization.

GS supports diversity, equity andinclusion in our teams and communities, and we value the unique contributionsmade by all. Even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly to everyrequirement, we invite you to apply. We encourage applications fromall candidates and will accommodate needs under human rights legislationthroughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please let usknow of any accommodation through [e-mail]. Information received relating toaccommodation will be addressed confidentially.

Providing this information givesGS consent to use your personal information to assess your suitability forspecific positions, future opportunities or for your personnel file. Yourrésumé will be held in strict confidence and will be viewed only by theOrganization. Information may be stored outside of Canada and could be used foraggregate statistical purposes (which uses no personal identification).

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