Proposal Manager/Writer (Part-Time Employee or Independent Contractor)

<p><span style="font-weight: bold">Company Overview</span></p> <p><span><br></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt">Akiak Enterprise Services, LLC is a tribally owned Alaska Native organization that provides strategic management, technology, and operational support services to a portfolio of government-focused businesses within the Akiak Holdings family of companies. The company specializes in areas such as digital transformation, cybersecurity, AI/ML, grant management, and federal contracting support. Rooted in Yup’ik values and culture, Akiak Enterprise Services is committed to delivering innovative solutions to federal clients while promoting sustainable economic growth and community advancement for the Akiak Native Community.</span> <br></p> <p><br></p> <p><span><span>We are </span><span>seeking</span><span> a highly skilled</span></span><span style="font-weight: bold"> Proposal Manager/Writer </span><span><span><span style="font-size: 12pt">(Part-Time Employee or Independent Contractor)</span> with deep experience developing </span></span><span style="font-weight: bold"><span><span>government contract proposals</span></span></span><span><span>, </span></span><span style="font-weight: bold"><span><span>grant applications</span></span></span><span><span>, and </span></span><span style="font-weight: bold"><span><span>IT technical proposals</span></span></span><span><span>. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker who can translate complex requirements into persuasive, compliant, and technically </span><span>accurate</span><span> proposal content. The position offers flexible hours and remote work options while supporting </span><span>mission</span></span><span>‑</span><span><span>critical</span><span> growth initiatives.</span></span><span> </span></p> <p><span> </span></p> <p><span><span>The Proposal Manager/</span><span>Writer leads</span><span> and/or supports the development of federal and state proposals, including coordination, drafting, and compliance review, consistent with established direction and </span><span>approval</span><span> authorities.</span></span><span> </span></p> <p><span><span>The </span><span>role may</span><span> require judgment within established guidelines in interpreting solicitations, preparing responses, and meeting submission deadlines.</span><span> A minimum of </span></span><span style="font-weight: bold"><span><span>5 years of experience</span></span></span><span><span> writing federal, state, local, and nonprofit proposals is </span><span>required</span><span>, along with </span><span>demonstrated</span><span> success supporting </span><span>IT</span></span><span>‑</span><span><span>focused</span><span> bids (e.g., cybersecurity, cloud services, software development, managed services).</span></span><span> </span></p> <p><span> </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: bold"><span><span>Key Responsibilities</span></span></span><span> </span></p> <p><span><span>Proposal Management</span></span><span> </span></p> <ul> <li><span><span>Manage</span><span> and/or support the </span><span>proposal</span><span> lifecycle, including planning, drafting, and submission activities</span><span> as prime contractor and as subcontractor to an external prime contractor. </span></span><span> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li><span><span>Lead proposal </span><span>submission </span><span>efforts </span><span>for</span><span> assigned</span><span> responses</span><span>.</span></span><span> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li><span><span>S</span><span>upport </span><span>company’s President in pipeline development. </span></span><span> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li><span><span>Develop </span><span>proposal response </span><span>compliance matrices and outlines in coordination with </span><span>internal and external proposal teams. </span></span><span> </span></li> </ul> <p><span><span>Content Development</span></span><span> </span></p> <ul> <li><span><span>Draft and edit technical</span><span> RFI responses and</span><span> proposal</span><span> </span><span>narratives, and grant applications</span><span>.</span></span><span> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li><span><span>Leverage approved tools (including AI-assisted tools, where permitted) to support </span><span>response </span><span>content</span><span> </span><span>drafting and editing</span><span>.</span></span><span> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li><span><span>Use approved templates for final RFI, RFQ, and RFP response submissions. </span></span><span> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li><span><span>Coordinate with internal stakeholders to gather required inputs and ensure </span><span>timely</span><span> submission</span><span>.</span></span><span> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li><span><span>Escalate risks, gaps, or compliance issues to leadership as </span><span>appropriate</span><span>.</span></span><span> </span></li> </ul> <p><span><span>Scope Clarification </span></span><span> </span></p> <ul> <li><span><span>Primary focus: Proposal writing and </span><span>management</span><span> (</span><span>approximately 70</span><span>–80%)</span></span><span> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li><span><span>Secondary focus: process support, compliance review, and administrative coordination (20–30%)</span></span><span> </span></li> </ul> <p><span> </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: bold"><span><span>Requirements:</span></span></span><span> </span></p> <ul> <li><span><span>College</span><span> Degree in Business</span><span> </span><span>Sciences, Information Technology</span><span>, or another related field.</span></span><span> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li><span><span>Mini</span><span>m</span><span>um of at least </span><span>5 </span><span>years of </span><span>Govcon</span><span> </span><span>proposal writing a</span><span>nd</span><span>/or </span><span>end-to-end proposal management </span><span>experience</span><span>. </span></span><span> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li><span><span>Must be proficient in editing</span><span> content provided by </span><span>other technical writers. </span></span><span> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li><span><span>Strong written and verbal communication skills </span><span>to translate research, statistics, goals, and </span><span>objectives</span><span> into compelling stories that keep the reader’s attention and can explain the outcome of a program or process.</span></span><span> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li><span><span>Must be highly analytical to meticulously assess complex opportunities, </span><span>identify</span><span> potential challenges, and develop persuasive proposals that align with business priorities.</span></span><span> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li><span><span>Must be able to successfully work cross functionally</span><span> with internal and external stakeholders including Finance, HR, and Contracts</span><span> to develop complete proposal packages for submission. </span></span><span> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li><span><span>You must be a U.S. Citizen</span></span><span> </span></li> </ul> <p><span> </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: bold"><span><span>Preferred Qualifications: </span></span></span><span> </span></p> <ul> <li><span><span>Experience managing and creating submission</span><span>s</span><span> for GSA schedule, RFI, and RFQ responses. </span></span><span> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li><span><span>E</span><span>xperience</span><span> </span><span>using AI tools (</span><span>e</span><span>.</span><span>g.Copilot</span><span>) to develop proposal content. </span></span><span> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li><span><span>Mid to Senior level understanding of federal government contracting and grants process. </span></span><br></li> </ul> <p><br></p> <p>This opportunity may be filled in one of the following capacities based on candidate qualifications and business needs: <br><span style="font-weight: bold">Option 1: Part-Time Employee (Exempt) </span></p> <ul> <li>Part-time, salaried (exempt) position</li> <li>Eligible for company employment in accordance with organizational policies</li> <li>Works as part of an internal team supporting proposal development and submission</li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt">This part-time role has the potential to convert to a full-time position based on business needs.</span></li> </ul> <p><br><span style="font-weight: bold">Option 2: Independent Contractor (1099)</span></p> <ul> <li>Engagement as an independent contractor (individual or company)</li> <li>Contractor will provide proposal development and writing services under a mutually agreed contract</li> <li>Contractor retains discretion over methods, schedule, and means of performing the work, consistent with deliverable requirements and deadlines</li> <li>Contractor is responsible for all applicable taxes, insurance, and business expenses</li> </ul> <p><br>Individuals engaged as independent contractors will not be treated as employees and will not be eligible for employee benefits. </p> <p><br></p> <p><span style="font-weight: bold">Teleworking:</span><span> </span>  The company has a hybrid remote policy for all employees and is dependent upon the type of position.  This position may be assigned to support a federal contract, or to work in office. The Company’s teleworking eligibility may not apply if the employee is supporting a federal services contract. In this instance, the employee may be subject to federal telework policies.</p> <p><br></p> <p><span style="font-weight: bold">Employee Non-Disclosure:</span> </p> <p>The employee must sign and attest to the Company’s non-disclosure statement. The employee is responsible for reporting to the Company’s Compliance, Risk and Ethics Officer any conflicts of interest, and/or provide notification of outside employment, or when release of confidential business is shared with external parties.   </p> <p><br></p> <p><span style="font-weight: bold">Equal Opportunity Employer</span></p> <p>The Akiak Family of Companies will attempt to provide equal opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants for employment, with the exception of those situations affected by the Tribal Preference policy. All aspects of employment will be governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced by race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or any other basis prohibited by law.</p> <p><br></p> <p><span><span style="font-size: 12pt"><span style="font-weight: bold">Contract ‑Mandated U.S. Citizenship </span></span></span></p> <p><span><span style="font-size: 12pt">Because this position supports a federal contract that restricts performance to U.S. citizens, you will be required to provide <span style="font-weight: bold">proof of U.S. citizenship</span> (e.g., a U.S. passport or passport card; a U.S. birth certificate with a government-issued photo ID; or a Certificate of Naturalization or Citizenship).This request is <span style="font-weight: bold">solely</span> to confirm <span style="font-weight: bold">contract eligibility</span> and is <span style="font-weight: bold">separate from Form I‑9</span>. For the I‑9, you may present <span style="font-weight: bold">any</span> acceptable document(s) of your choosing; we do <span style="font-weight: bold">not</span> request or require specific I‑9 documents. We will complete <span style="font-weight: bold">EVerify‑ within 3 business days of your start date</span> in accordance with federal requirements.</span></span></p> <p><span> </span></p>

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