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Proposal Specialist @ Tetra Tech ARD
26 May 2011, 11:52 pm
Tetra Tech ARD (http://www.ardinc.com), has an immediate opening for a Proposal Specialist at our office in Arlington, VA. The Proposal Specialist works on proposals for long-term projects under one of Tetra Tech ARD's existing IQCs or on stand-alone bids of sufficient size and importance to warrant such additional support to the proposal team. The Proposal Specialist may also undertake other research activities as assigned, will assist the Proposal Manager, writing team, recruiters and business and production staff with proposal coordination and management, as agreed with the Proposal Manager. Location: Arlington, VA, USA
Last Date: June 24, 2011
This is a full-time position that includes a comprehensive benefits package.
Responsibilities:
* Coordinating responses to/from subcontractors on proposals;
* Handling proposal and staffing data entry into the corporate information system;
* Conducting proposal-specific research, including web searches;
* Working with the Proposal Manager to manage or write specific proposal sections;
* Tracking timely submission of all proposal components to proposal editor;
* Contributing to other sections of the proposal as qualified and requested;
* Preparing consultant agreements, teaming agreements and supporting documentation for proposals;
* Monitoring FedBizOpps to download and distribute RFPs to technical staff;
* Contacting local in-country organizations to obtain key inputs;
* Supporting maintenance of proposal management systems/databases.
Essential Qualifications:
* BA/BS in related field required;
* Minimum 2 years of related experience preferably with an international consulting firm;
* Experience with or interest in international development work;
* Excellent writing, organizing and synthesizing skills;
* Deadline oriented and able to work under pressure, including excellent time management skills;
* Native command of English;
* Speaking and reading proficiency in Arabic, French, Portuguese, Spanish or Russian desired.
* Excellent communication skills including good listening skills and good phone manner.
* Must be extremely dependable, trustworthy, and flexible.
* High level proficiency in MS Office applications.
* High level proficiency in data entry and database management.
* Very strong interpersonal and communication skills.
* High level multi-tasking capabilities.
* Energetic and enthusiastic collaborative team player.
* Must be comfortable working in a fast paced and sometimes intense work environment.
* U.S. citizenship or a valid U.S. work permit is mandatory.
In addition to a collaborative and family-friendly work environment, Tetra Tech ARD values diverse, energetic, and enthusiastic team players who are committed to high levels of performance and who are dedicated to providing superior services at all levels of the firm.
Apply on line at https://careers.ardinc.com/ARDCareers/App/USPostingDetail.aspx?PostingId=183
To be considered applicants must submit the following as part of this on-line application process:
* A letter of application explaining individual qualifications for this opportunity
* A current resume / CV in reverse chronological format
* A list of at least 3 professional references including name, contact information, and statement of relationship to the reference.
Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements listed above will not be considered.
No phone calls will be accepted.
Tetra Tech ARD is committed to diversity and gender equality in all of its operations- in the U.S and overseas. We strive to reflect these goals in our global mission and in our workplace. We encourage applications from women and underrepresented ethnic, racial and cultural groups. Tetra Tech ARD is proud to be an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer. Copyright © 2011 www.hotnetcareers.com Nigeria-Africa Development Jobs. All Rights Reserved.   |
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