Job Description

Proposal Writer (1099 Contractor)

The Proposal Writer is responsible for drafting, editing, and organizing content for government proposals, compliance documents, internal playbooks, and client-facing deliverables. This role requires a clear and concise writing style, strong attention to contractual requirements, and the ability to synthesize input from subject matter experts (SMEs), project leads, and clients. The writer will collaborate cross-functionally to produce persuasive and compliant content for federal submissions and related documentation.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Write, edit, and format content for government proposals (RFPs, RFIs, RFQs), technical volumes, past performance narratives, resumes, and compliance matrices.

• Interview internal teams and clients to gather technical, operational, and strategic input needed to develop proposal and project documentation.

• Translate complex requirements, performance work statements, and government directives into digestible, actionable content.

• Ensure consistency, clarity, and compliance with solicitation instructions and evaluation criteria.

• Support the creation of templates, SOPs, and documentation standards to streamline response processes.

• Develop and maintain a repository of reusable content (e.g., boilerplate language, bios, project descriptions).

• Assist in preparing content for client briefings, onboarding guides, and internal knowledge management tools.

• Collaborate with graphic designers or use visual tools to include charts, timelines, infographics, and other visuals in proposal or project documentation.

• Participate in color team reviews, proposal kickoffs, and post-submission debriefs.

• Maintain version control and document history using content management tools or proposal platforms.

Preferred Skills & Experience: 

• Prior experience supporting federal government proposals or contract documentation (civilian or DoD).

• Familiarity with FAR, proposal compliance, and government acquisition terminology.

• Ability to work independently with SMEs and manage multiple deadlines across overlapping projects.

• Excellent verbal communication skills to extract clear, relevant content from technical or executive stakeholders.

• Experience using proposal collaboration platforms (e.g., SharePoint, Google Workspace, MS Teams).

Government Market Strategies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Government Market Strategies participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. All new hires must complete Form I-9 and the E-Verify process.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position or to participate in the application process, please contact HR-governmentmarketstrategies.com

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