[Hiring] Proposal Writer @HyperionDev

Role Description

We are looking for a skilled Proposal Writer to join our team. You will be responsible for managing and writing high-quality proposals in response to government and public sector tenders, ensuring that all requirements and compliance standards are met. You will work closely with various specialists across teams to craft tailored, compelling proposals that align with the strategic goals of the organisation.

• Collaborate with other teams to analyze the requirements and specifications for tenders.
• Ensure proposals are accurate, compliant, and competitive.
• Strong research skills and attention to detail are critical.
• Translate technical information into clear, persuasive content.
• Produce well-structured, polished documents, presentations, and visuals that meet high professional standards.

Please note that this is a full time position.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with leadership and peers to identify and respond to opportunities in government and public sector tenders.
• Develop comprehensive proposal responses tailored to the specific requirements of government and public sector clients.
• Manage the end-to-end proposal process for public sector submissions, ensuring compliance with all tender requirements.
• Build and maintain a library of reusable content for future government and public sector proposal submissions.
• Create and refine presentations and supporting materials for government tender submissions.
• Lead or contribute to initiatives aimed at improving the efficiency and quality of the proposal writing process.
• Conduct thorough research on government standards, industry regulations, and public sector trends to inform proposal strategy.
• Interview technical subject matter experts to gather detailed information for proposal content and ensure accuracy.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in journalism, editing, or creative writing.
• A tertiary qualification in Communications, Marketing, PR, or a related discipline.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to clearly present business rationales in proposals.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to multitask, balancing research projects, data analysis, and coordination with the executive team.

• At least 2 years of experience writing bid proposals in the private or public sector (preferred).
• Proven ability to effectively manage a high volume of commercial tenders with varying deadlines (preferred).
• Strong knowledge of bid writing principles and the ability to translate complex information across a wide range of subject matters (preferred).
• A track record of winning proposals within highly competitive markets (preferred).

Benefits

• Flexible & remote working: We are a remote-friendly organisation and offer flexible work options.
• Learn new tech skills: We offer our employees the opportunity to enrol part-time in our Coding Bootcamps.
• Join the heart of tech in Africa, Europe and the US: Work with the best of the best and rub shoulders with world leaders in edtech, developer education, and developer assessments.
• Life-changing work: Solve real problems that make education and tech careers accessible to those who need it most.