Government Proposal Writer/Editor (Remote)

WinBiz Consulting; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

WinBiz Consulting is seeking a Proposal Writer/Editor to apply expert-level writing and editing skills for government proposals. The role involves collaborating with proposal managers and SMEs to create compliant content while mastering the nuances of federal procurement.

This project-based, remote position requires strong communication skills, an ability to manage multiple deadlines, and familiarity with Microsoft Office. Ideal candidates have extensive proposal experience, specifically within the federal sector, along with formal training credentials.

Qualifications

• 5 years of Federal Proposal experience.
• 10 years of general proposal experience.
• Shipley training or APMP Foundation credential is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Write and edit proposal content for clarity and compliance.
• Collaborate with Proposal Manager to create compliant templates.
• Review RFP requirements and analyze amendments for content impact.

Skills

Expert-level writing skills

Knowledge of Federal procurement processes

Microsoft Word expertise

Familiarity with SharePoint and OneDrive

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, or similar disciplines

Job description

Role Overview

The Proposal Writer/Editor applies expert‑level writing and editing skills as well as our formal proposal methodology to all types of government proposals (RFI/RFP responses, Multi‑award vehicle responses, Market surveys, etc.). The Writer works closely with the Proposal Manager and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to turn draft material into compliant and compelling content that’s within page limits and consistent with the client’s win themes. When necessary, the Writer also directly interviews SMEs to clarify draft content, empowering SMEs to focus on their areas of technical expertise rather than on writing. Above all, the Writer is a storyteller who can identify and elaborate the client’s expertise into a winning message while maintaining compliance with all RFP requirements.

Responsibilities

• Write and edit for clarity and simplicity, translating jargon into plain English in the active voice while copy editing for grammatical perfection.
• Work with the Proposal Manager to structure templates for the technical volume, management volume, resumes, and past performance examples to RFP instructions (Section L), reflecting the Statement of Work (Section C) and evaluation criteria (Section M).
• Review RFP requirements and analyze amendments for impact on content.
• Edit for “fit” when necessary to achieve desired page count without sacrificing impact or compliance.
• Collaborate with the Graphic Artist to validate graphics for compliance and impact.
• Continuously check compliance against RFP requirements and participate in status meetings, color reviews, and white glove reviews.

Qualifications

• Native fluency in American business English and expert‑level writing skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, or similar disciplines, or equivalent experience writing business content for a living.
• 5 years of Federal Proposal experience and 10 years of general proposal experience.
• Solid understanding of Federal procurement processes.
• Shipley training or APMP Foundation credential.
• Expert‑level familiarity with Microsoft Word, including stylesheets, tables, cross‑references, and page layout.
• Strong familiarity with Microsoft SharePoint and OneDrive, especially with respect to version control.
• Self‑starter who can manage multiple projects with absolutely inflexible deadlines.
• Able to work effectively in a remote enterprise and participate in virtual meetings with clients during business hours in US time zones.
• Access to a strong Internet connection and a personal computer that can run the latest version of Microsoft Office.

Job Details

This is a project‑based, remote work, 1099 Independent Contractor position. Our clients are located predominantly in the US Eastern Time Zone.

EEO Statement

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.