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Full-Time

Proposal Manager

Posted on 10/21/2024

Oddball

Oddball

201-500 employees

Digital modernization for federal services

Government & Public Sector
Enterprise Software

Compensation Overview

$120k - $150kAnnually

Mid

No H1B Sponsorship

Remote in USA

US Citizenship Required

Category
Proposal Management
Business & Strategy
Required Skills
Agile
Word/Pages/Docs
Asana
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Over 3 years of experience managing proposal efforts in response to U.S. federal solicitations
  • Practitioner of U.S. federal government contracting, including demonstrated knowledge and proficiency with relevant regulations (e.g., FAR) and compliance, contract vehicles, and fluency with the opportunity lifecycle (BD/capture activities)
  • Proficient with and able to communicate about key software development initiatives and concepts, including: Agile, cloud services, DevSecOps, HCD, IT modernization, cybersecurity, data analytics, etc.
  • Experience content planning and guiding writers through their sections/volumes (e.g., technical approach and PWS/QASP, management, corporate experience) in response to multi-phase and quick-turn government RFP/Q/Is, including writing sections if necessary
  • Excellent technical and persuasive writing skills, with a proven ability to interview experts and synthesize information with our value proposition to develop winning proposals
  • Superior attention to detail and copy-editing acumen, with excellent desktop publishing skills (Google Docs, Microsoft Word, and Adobe Acrobat)
  • Experience creating and maintaining ownership of proposal response and admin artifacts, such as volume outlines, kickoff slides, compliance matrices, color team review worksheets, etc.
  • Managing relationships and working with partners to ensure stakeholder engagement throughout the process, including educating people on our processes and generally guiding resources through the proposal support experience
  • Experience following and contributing to the improvement of company-wide proposal processes
  • Experience supporting all types of proposals to include oral presentations, code challenges, technical volumes, case studies, video submissions, etc. is preferred
  • Comfortable working in a Google Drive / Slack environment
  • Experience working with VA, CMS, OPM, SEC, and/or DoD, with domain knowledge of agency missions and their users is preferred
  • Experience working with Asana or similar project management tools is preferred
  • Knowledge of the Shipley proposal process is preferred
  • Must be a US Citizen and able to work domestically
  • Must be able to attain low-level security clearance
  • Bachelor’s degree
Responsibilities
  • This role leads the planning and production of our proposals to various federal agencies.
  • Working directly with our dedicated proposal, BD, capture, solutioning, operations, and contracts teams, this role will work across the organization to develop proposals that are compliant, responsive, and compelling.
  • In addition, this role helps to ensure efficient execution and continuous improvement of Oddball’s proposal production processes.
  • Our Proposal Managers are instrumental in facilitating growth at Oddball and will have a direct impact across all business units and the future of our company.

Oddball focuses on modernizing digital services for federal agencies, ensuring that these services are user-friendly and effective for citizens. Their approach involves a comprehensive process from design to deployment, creating software solutions tailored to the needs of both citizens and government employees. Oddball's team consists of skilled professionals, including developers and designers, who work collaboratively to deliver high-quality software through practices like cloud migration and continuous integration. What sets Oddball apart from competitors is its status as a service-disabled veteran-owned business, which emphasizes its commitment to serving federal clients with a unique perspective. The company's goal is to enhance the efficiency and accessibility of federal services, ultimately improving the experience for citizens.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Washington, District of Columbia

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

5%

1 year growth

5%

2 year growth

5%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Partnerships with organizations like Codesmith to create veteran-specific scholarship funds highlight Oddball's commitment to social impact and community support.
  • Successful projects like the childcare subletting app for military families demonstrate Oddball's capability to deliver meaningful and impactful solutions.
  • Working at Oddball offers the opportunity to contribute to significant federal projects, providing a sense of purpose and fulfillment.

What critics are saying

  • The niche focus on federal contracts may limit opportunities for diversification into other sectors.
  • Dependence on government contracts can lead to financial instability during periods of reduced federal spending.

What makes Oddball unique

  • Oddball's status as a service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) provides a unique edge in securing federal contracts, particularly those aimed at veteran services.
  • Their focus on digital modernization of federal citizen-centric services sets them apart from other digital agencies that may not specialize in government projects.
  • Oddball's comprehensive service offerings, from design to deployment, ensure a seamless and integrated approach to digital transformation for federal clients.

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