Principal Proposal Writer (on-call)

Are you a strong, versatile writer who thrives on articulating innovative solutions for digital modernization and experience initiatives? ICF is seeking an on-call Proposal Writer to support our Digital Modernization and Experience (DMX) Group in crafting high-impact proposals for our clients. 

As an on-call Proposal Writer, you'll play a crucial role in our Digital Modernization efforts, working across a range of technology-focused proposals that include application development, human-centered design, data analytics, AI/ML, agile engineering, and cyber security. This position offers the opportunity to shape and communicate our vision in response to proposals for government clients. You will engage with stakeholders and technical teams to drive solutioning and communicate complex concepts effectively, highlighting our organization’s strengths across technology and experience domains. 

Responsibilities: 

• Develop, write, and edit high-quality proposals, including technical, management, and past performance volumes. 

• Review and refine proposal content produced by proposal teams to ensure clarity, accuracy, and alignment with Request for Proposal (RFP) requirements. 

• Lead technical writing efforts for strategic proposal submissions, particularly in areas focused on digital modernization, application development, data analytics, AI/ML, agile methodologies, and cyber security. 

• Engage actively in the solutioning process for proposals, collaborating with technical and business development teams to articulate technical approaches that meet specific client needs. 

• Create targeted capability statements and technical briefs that effectively showcase our organization’s expertise in digital transformation, agile engineering, and data-driven solutions. 

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Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, English, or related field. 

• 8+ years of proposal writing experience. 

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Preferred Qualifications: 

• 5+ years in a technical writing or proposal development role, ideally within technology or digital experience sectors. 

• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and the software development life cycle (SDLC) 

• Strong organizational and presentation skills with a focus on clear, concise technical communication. 

• Ability to adapt to shifting priorities and work effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment. 

Working at ICF

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