Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Katmai Government Services provides government services and support. The Proposal Coordinator/Administrative Manager provides comprehensive administrative and operational support to the VP of Proposals and Proposal Department, managing calendars, meetings, communications, documentation, and proposal tracking. The role also supports proposal coordination, document control, knowledge management, quality checks, and process improvement.
Responsibilities
- Provides direct administrative support to the VP of Proposals, including calendar management, meeting scheduling, and correspondence
- Responds to requests on behalf of the VP for proposal support and departmental inquiries
- Maintains and updates the proposal team calendar and proposal log, coordinating schedules across internal and external stakeholders
- Schedules and coordinates proposal team meetings, including logistics, materials dissemination, and participant notifications
- Records meeting minutes and tracks action items from proposal meetings, ensuring follow-up and completion
- Manages departmental communications and serves as point of contact for routine proposal support and documentation requests
- Coordinates travel arrangements and logistics for proposal-related business meetings and work sessions as needed
- Logs and tracks all proposal assignments, maintaining accurate records of proposal activities and deadlines
- Creates and organizes proposal team working folders for each opportunity, ensuring proper structure and access permissions
- Monitors proposal schedules and deadlines, providing reminders and status updates to team members
- Assists with coordination of internal and external team members during proposal development cycles
- Supports proposal production activities, including document compilation, formatting assistance, and submission preparation
- Maintains proposal assignment tracking systems and generates status reports as requested
- Supports Proposal Team in maintaining the Past Performance library, ensuring records are current, accurate, and readily accessible
- Manages the proposal development kit and content library, keeping materials organized, up-to-date, and version-controlled
- Implements and oversees document control functions for proposal-related materials and templates
- Creates and maintains organized repositories of proposal documents, templates, forms, and standard content
- Ensures proper archival of completed proposal documents in compliance with company policy and practice
- Develops and maintains procedures for organizing and accessing proposal knowledge management resources
- Coordinates reviews and updates to proposal templates, boilerplate content, and standard materials
- Ensures team members have timely access to the latest versions of proposal resources and documentation
- Maintains an archive of previous proposals and related materials for reference and reuse
- Ensures proposal materials comply with formatting standards, naming conventions, and organizational requirements
- Assists with quality checks of proposal documents for completeness and compliance with internal standards
- Supports the implementation of proposal best practices and process improvements
- Maintains accurate records and databases related to proposal activities and outcomes
- Participates in Proposal Development meetings and planning efforts as needed
- Works with team to refine administrative processes and institute best practices
- Maintains regular and punctual attendance
- Performs other duties as assigned to support proposal department operations
Skills
- Minimum of eight (8) years of office management and/or executive administrative support experience required
- Experience supporting compliance and documentation development activities at collegiate-level
- Demonstrable experience maintaining records, databases, and knowledge management systems
- Exceptional organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail
- Strong calendar, document preparation, and meeting management capabilities
- Ability to coordinate multiple projects and initiatives simultaneously
- Ability to prioritize tasks appropriately and manage competing demands
- Ability to work independently, take initiative, and exercise sound judgment
- Strong time management and multitasking abilities
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal communication and customer service skills
- Ability to interact professionally with all levels of staff and external partners
- Ability to take clear, accurate meeting notes and action items
- Professional demeanor and ability to represent the VP and department effectively
- Advanced expertise in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat and PDF management
- Ability to rapidly input data, retrieve records, and manage filing systems
- Ability to learn and adapt to new software and systems quickly
- Strong database management and data entry skills
- General familiarity with the government procurement process and proposal development lifecycle
- Basic understanding of compliance requirements and document formatting standards
- Ability to read and interpret basic RFP requirements related to submission and formatting
- Full-time
- The expected travel time is less than 25%
- Must be able to travel out of state periodically for business meetings and/or work sessions, as needed
- Must have or be able to attain a valid state driver's license and be insurable on the company's automobile insurance policy
- Driving, with or without accommodation, may be required when traveling for training and/or short occasional amounts of local driving
- Frequent sitting, using hands/fingers, handling, reaching with hands and arms, talking, hearing, and seeing (up close, at a distance, along the periphery, with depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus); occasional walking or standing; occasional lifting of up to 10 pounds; frequent use of computers, including keyboard typing and staring at a computer monitor for extended periods of time
- Associate's or bachelor's degree preferred, or commensurate work experience
- Experience in document control, quality control, or records management preferred
- Military experience is strongly preferred
- Relevant certifications in project coordination, office management, or records management a plus
- Experience with SharePoint, document management systems, or similar collaboration platforms preferred
- Knowledge of proposal terminology, processes, and best practices preferred
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Long-term and short-term disability insurance
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 11 paid federal holidays
- Leave of absence
- Remote work
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