Job description
Who We Are:
Proposal Development (80%):
Strategic Planning, Marketing, and Pipeline Support (approximately 20%):
Preferred Qualifications:
ZemiTek is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant’s qualifications are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law.
ZemiTek is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, ZemiTek will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to accommodations@zemitek.com.
ZemiTek embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion and strives to build and maintain a safe environment where we celebrate diverse backgrounds, treat everyone with respect, and value the unique lived experiences each person brings based on their race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, military or veteran status, national origin, age, marital status or family status and related conditions.
ZemiTek, LLC is a Woman-Owned, SBA-certified 8(a) Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) based in the Washington, DC metro area. We have a strong record delivering innovative and high-quality solutions. Since 2007, ZemiTek has provided technical assistance, project management, information technology (IT), knowledge management, monitoring and evaluation, training and learning development, and institutional support services.
Position Description:
Reports to: ZemiTek Executive Team
Location: Washington, DC
Work Schedule: Telework
Salary Range: Salary range starting at $70,000
Location: Washington, DC
Work Schedule: Telework
Salary Range: Salary range starting at $70,000
Travel: Attend domestic (primarily Washington, DC area) conferences, industry events, and meetings as needed, 5% of time
Responsibilities:
The Business Development Coordinator will facilitate the proposal development process in support of the Business Development/Executive team, technical partners, and other team members including consultants. The Business Development Coordinator is responsible for (a) coordinating proposal development efforts; (b) ensuring proposal compliance and coordinating internal and external reviews; (c) ensuring completeness and timeliness of all proposal components, supporting the drafting and formatting of proposal sections and attachments as required; (d) supporting coordination of consortia and partners; (e) monitoring donor procurement platforms (e.g., USAID business forecasts, SAM.gov, etc.), and (f) maintaining and updating business development Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system and related platforms.
Proposal Development (80%):
- Engage with executive team to plan proposal processes and deadlines – following the business development quality management system. Contribute to the research, drafting and formatting of proposal sections and supporting documents as required;
- Provide editing, writing, work plan coordination, assessment, and research and/or other support to proposals led by other team members as necessary. Facilitate the compilation of full narrative and cost applications;
- Support the identification, engagement and coordination of technical writers or consultants for specific proposals, with day-to-day responsibility for developing and processing work orders, invoices and payments as necessary;
- Review proposals and supporting documentation and annexes for accuracy and compliance with donor regulations;
- Ensure all planning documents and proposal packages are properly filed;
- Coordinate with Program Unit staff and country teams to ensure smooth transition from proposal to project implementation;
- Assist with collecting and tracking data metrics to support proposal submissions;
- Work with recruitment team to identify key personnel for specific proposals.
Strategic Planning, Marketing, and Pipeline Support (approximately 20%):
- Assist in the development of business development communication strategies for social media and other marketing materials.
- Collaborate with social media working group to create content and other marketing communication products
- Attend industry days, conferences, and partner meetings.
- Support with the maintenance of the business development CRM, and support the general coordination and identification of new opportunities, in line with organizational strategies;
- Maintain and update registration/organizational information on partnership systems and platforms;
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Team.
Required Qualifications:
The successful candidate is a quick learner, detail oriented, flexible, and a team player who wants to own their own work, hone skills, and contribute to the success of a mission-driven organization.
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience with coordinating/managing US government contract solicitation and award processes
- Excellent writing and editing skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proven experience contributing to winning proposals
- Proven high level of computer literacy skills with MS Office software required (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ability to apply and obtain a USG Secret clearance – requires US citizenship
- Proficiency in second language helpful
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate complex activities, meet deadlines and exercise sound critical judgement, analytical skills, and discipline
- Demonstrated ability to work efficiently and effectively as part of a diverse team with a high degree of drive, autonomy and initiative
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally, if necessary
If you are hired for a ZemiTek corporate, project, or consultant position, we will require proof that you have received the COVID-19 vaccine and are fully vaccinated, unless you qualify for a reasonable accommodation due to a valid religious or medical reason preventing you from being vaccinated.
ZemiTek is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant’s qualifications are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law.
ZemiTek is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, ZemiTek will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to accommodations@zemitek.com.
ZemiTek embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion and strives to build and maintain a safe environment where we celebrate diverse backgrounds, treat everyone with respect, and value the unique lived experiences each person brings based on their race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, military or veteran status, national origin, age, marital status or family status and related conditions.
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