Altamont Group is a mission-driven advisory and impact investment organization, working across advisory, consulting, digital, and investment services to help clients deliver meaningful impact. We are hiring an IT Proposal Writer to lead the development of complete, targeted, and compelling responses to RFPs in the technology space, articulating Altamont Group’s value and winning new business across our IT-related service lines.
Description
Altamont Group is hiring an IT Proposal Writer to respond to complex RFPs spanning software development, cloud/infrastructure, data systems, cybersecurity, and digital transformation, working with clients across government, enterprise, and non-profit/NGO sectors.
- The IT Proposal Writer will create complete and compelling responses to requests for proposals (RFPs) with the aim of articulating Altamont Group’s value and winning new business
- Once RFPs are qualified, the Proposal Writer will gather information via research and coordination with technical teams, write a draft response, obtain approvals, and submit the proposal and supporting documents
- The ideal candidate has a strong technical background with a deep understanding of IT solutions and services, along with two or more years of experience responding to RFPs from government, enterprise, and non-profit organizations, coupled with strong writing skills
- The ideal candidate should have good time and project management skills to ensure proposals are submitted accurately and on time
- We need an energetic, motivated, and persistent person who can submit winning proposals
Responsibilities
- Read incoming RFPs/TORs and develop the proposal development plan
- Develop bid development strategy and proposal project planning
- Complete the necessary research to fully develop technical and cost proposal documents
- Coordinate with technical leads and subject matter experts to translate solutions into clear, compelling narrative
- Ensure content matches the RFP/TOR and includes approved proposal language according to company policy
- Ensure responses follow corporate brand style and tone guidelines
- Review and customize RFP responses
- Serve as a liaison between technical teams and proposal content, articulating complex IT solutions clearly
- Verify that responses address key client priorities and win themes
- Write all required and additional RFP response documents and attachments, including cover letters and executive summaries
- Incorporate feedback from proposal review sessions
- Assist with proposal knowledge management and retention of content for future use
- Provide the proposal submission package, including accompanying documents and cover email
- Develop pitch meeting documents including presentations, briefing notes, and speaking points
- Support in other areas as requested
- Ensure:
- Our unique value proposition is clear and evident in every part of the proposal
- Our cover letter and executive summary clearly address what the client is looking for
- Thoroughly yet concisely respond to all areas of the proposal
- By the end of the proposal, the reader is left with no questions as to why they should choose Altamont Group
- A complete, client-ready, proofread, and edited proposal is provided
Required Skills and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited University; Master’s preferred
- Technical background and experience across IT service areas, particularly in:
- Software Development, Cloud & Infrastructure, Data Systems, Cybersecurity, Digital Trasformation, etc.
- Expertise in developing evidence-based, well-researched methodologies in response to RFPs
- Two or more years of experience responding to IT/technology-related RFPs
- Excellent writing, organizational, communication, and planning skills
- Previous experience writing successful bids/proposals
- Demonstrated history of winning bids
- Enhanced research and data analysis skills
- Able to articulate the linkage between technical solutions, findings, and client recommendations
- Strong attention to detail
- Proven track record of timely and high-quality completion of assignments
- Ability to manage deadlines efficiently
- Strong critical thinking ability
- Ability to work independently
- Highly organized with strong time management skills, and an ability to learn quickly and produce high-quality work under tight deadlines
- Flexible attitude toward receiving feedback
- Proficient with MS Office and SharePoint
How to apply
Additional Information
This is a REMOTE role
Interested? Share your Cover Letter and CV
Interested candidates are requested to share the following with our Recruitment Team: Recruitment@altamontgroup.ca
- Detailed Cover Letter highlighting RELEVANT experiences
- CV highlighting relevant experiences
Application Process
Altamont Group’s Application Process consists of the following steps:
- Candidate shares tailored cover letter and updated CV
- Matched candidates invited for Interview 1 | Screening
- Screened candidates invited to complete Round 1 Application Form
- Harmonized candidates invite for Interview 2 | Alignment
- Aligned candidates invited to complete Round 2 Application Form
- Preferred candidates invited for Interview 3 | Shortlist
- Shortlisted candidates invited for Interview 4 | Finalization
- Finalized candidates invited to complete the Assessment
- Selected candidate receives offer
Questions? Email our Recruitment Team: Recruitment@altamontgroup.ca