Job description: Interested in working in an innovative, collaborative environment with motivated, social people? At Arc Aspicio, you can join an innovative consulting firm that specializes in management, strategy, process, human capital, data, and technology professional services to deliver compelling solutions. Our mission is to create and deliver integrated, innovative solutions to enhance our nation’s future. Our projects make a positive mission impact for our government and homeland security clients.

We are seeking a Proposal and Marketing Coordinator that is an associate on our New Business team to lead and support proposals for our Federal Government clients, especially the Department of Homeland Security. The Proposal Coordinator supports writing, coordinating proposal responses from start to submission, and assisting with bid decisions. Candidates must have outstanding writing, time management, and organizational skills, and they must love working as part of a collaborative team. We seek someone who wants to: embrace leadership opportunities, learn new skills, and contribute to and grow our company. We invest in hiring, mentoring, and training smart, self-driven critical thinkers interested in learning the consulting business, helping win new business, and implement strategic initiatives. We seek to hire and retain a diverse team that collaborates, inspiring inspiration in all we do. Candidates have a wide range of education, experience, and backgrounds. We look for employees who share ideas and work on inclusive, helpful teams on company projects.

The Proposal Coordinator supports new business opportunities, Government proposals, and company strategy and growth. Candidates learn the internal operations behind a successful consulting firm. They develop compelling proposals for government clients, including authoring technical sections, coordinating responses, developing win themes, and reviewing responses for compliance. They have opportunities for leadership and career growth. Candidates must have outstanding writing skills, excellent time management and organization skills, and the desire to be part of growing an innovative small business. They work as a part of a close-knit team in a very fast-paced environment. Attention to detail is critical.

Hybrid Work Environment: Arc Aspicio is currently working in a hybrid work environment where employees at client sites, the Arc Aspicio DC office, and, as approved, remotely on a part-time basis. Candidates must live in the Washington, DC area on their start date, ready to work with their team.

Responsibilities

• Support proposal coordination and writing, new business, and strategic initiatives for Federal government proposals
• Collaborate with C-Suite Executives on bid decisions and company strategy
• Work with employees in the company and external companies to win new work
• Support marketing our capabilities to Government clients
• Contribute to our company culture, which promotes client-focused teamwork, learning, and helping others to grow and develop

Required Qualifications

• 1-2 years of professional experience writing and editing technical proposals or similar documents
• Experience in Federal government proposals strongly desired
• Experience coordinating the production of large, complex documents that integrate work from many authors, incorporate formatting, and include graphics
• Excellent ability to write, pay attention to detail, prepare professional documents, and collaborate with colleagues
• Proven to be flexible and thrive in a dynamic, ambiguous, and complex work environment and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
• Outstanding written and oral communication and collaboration skills and strong leadership potential
• Ability to collaborate with others, including company executives, in a dynamic, hybrid environment and to contribute to decisions
• Technologically savvy, especially with Microsoft products and use of collaboration tools (SharePoint preferred)
• Background in marketing and communications is a plus
• Desire to join a consulting firm and learn business concepts; loves to collaborate and reach out to get involved in company events, offerings, and special projects
• Clearance: US Citizenship only (no dual citizenship) / ability to obtain a security clearance
• Education: Bachelor’s degree
• Critical Skills: Entrepreneurial spirit, strong work ethic, excellent problem-solving skills, resilience, flexibility, learning-oriented, excited to engage

Applying to the Company: Please tell us about your interests and background; we would be grateful! Our competitive recruiting process favors candidates who include a short cover letter that highlights your interest in the company and role, relevant experience, and potential.

About Arc Aspicio: We create and deliver integrated, innovative solutions to enhance our nation’s future. A consulting and solutions company, Arc Aspicio brings bold ideas to live solves problems by applying our integrated capabilities in strategy, design, data, human capital, behavioral science, and technology. Our vision is to be the hub of creativity where people take action to change the world. Employees collaborate with clients using human-centered processes. Our teams use Arc Aspicio’s Strategy Innovation Lab methods, tools, and templates to accelerate results for our clients. We seek team members that:

• Want to learn the business of consulting and excel as professionals and leaders
• Build a strong network of professional relationships with their teams and clients
• Learn quickly, ask for help, and look for ways to go beyond a task and achieve results
• Want to learn and share knowledge and express gratitude teammates who become more than just coworkers
• Seek leadership opportunities at all levels and build new skills to apply to diverse projects

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Innovation: Arc Aspicio is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and safe workplace and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As a growing firm, we welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and strong potential and growth. Diverse, inclusive teams can accelerate results for the client and company and stimulate innovation in all we do. Employment is based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/D/V