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Senior Proposal Manager

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In a world of technology, people make the difference. We believe if we invest in great people, then great things will happen. At AnaVation, we provide unmatched value to our customers and employees through innovative solutions and an engaging culture.

AnaVation is seeking a hands-on Senior Proposal Manager to augment our existing Business Development Team. We are looking for a versatile, high-impact team player who can wear multiple hats and contribute across various functions. The ideal candidate is a utility player—someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, seamlessly stepping in to manage proposals, coordinate teams, and support critical business development efforts as needed. If you have a proven track record of leading successful federal proposals that result in awarded contracts and you meet or exceed the qualifications below, we want to speak with you.
The Senior Proposal Manager is primarily responsible for managing and writing proposals in support of AnaVation’s growth goals. The candidate will work closely with senior leadership, capture/business owners, other proposal managers, engineers, proposal coordinator, and operations staff.
The Proposal Manager oversees all proposal activities from inception to submission, including managing proposal schedules and deadlines, developing proposal outlines and compliance matrices, writing of proposal content, and monitoring the progress of proposals. Role involves implementation of all necessary proposal procedures and processes. This is a highly networked role that requires an ability to work under pressure and meet challenging deadlines.
Position Responsibilities Include:
  • Deliver compliant, professionally produced proposals within defined timeframes
  • Participate in the development and review of proposal strategies and themes
  • Direct the creation and review of proposal outlines that will be used as a key document design and control medium
  • Leads and participates in collaborative sessions to refine win strategy, competitive assessments, and customer pain points or hot buttons.
  • Assist in analyzing solicitation requirements against proposal outlines to ensure compliance and responsiveness to the customer's issues and needs
  • Develop and conduct all color reviews and follow up for internal evaluation of the technical, management, and overall proposal approaches
  • Write and edit proposals for continuity, logic, organization, messaging to enhance delivery and AnaVation differentiators
  • Coordinate and review / edit proposal input from a variety of stakeholders. Specifically working with internal solutions architects, SMEs, and teaming partners
  • Maintain proposal files, past performance catalogue; create and maintain corporate SharePoint proposal site for each managed opportunity.
  • Serve as an author or proposal section and develop RFI responses
This is a hybrid role in Chantilly,VA. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree.
  • 5+ years’ experience writing winning differentiated Federal IT Services and Engineering proposals
  • Strong business acumen, with willingness and ability to learn additional skills.
  • Superior organizational skills, with special attention to detail, and time management skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interface with all levels of management; ability to project a confident leadership image to peers, subordinates and executive management.
  • Ability to prioritize and manage several projects simultaneously: able to be hands-on as well as strategic
  • Must work well under pressure; demonstrated ability to multi-task, work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
  • Ability to work occasional nights, weekends as required by proposal schedules.
  • Exceptional skills in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe Suite of Products
  • Proposal Repository Management experience including Teams and SharePoint
  • Ability to support on-site proposal responses as required
  • Active TS Clearance

Desired Qualifications:

  • Strong understanding of Software Development, Cybersecurity, and/or DevSecOps subject matter
  • Experience with leading and supporting complex proposals in the DoD and Intelligence sectors
  • Experience using Teams and SharePoint
  • Experience using a CRM Tool such as Salesforce
  • Experience with video and/or oral proposal presentations.
  • Demonstrated experience using generative AI for research, analysis, content generation and enhancement
  • APMP certification
Benefits
  • Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents
  • 100% company paid dental insurance for employees and dependents
  • 100% company paid long-term and short-term disability insurance
  • 100% company paid vision insurance for employees and dependents
  • 401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting
  • Competitive Pay
  • Generous paid leave and holiday package
  • Tuition and training reimbursement
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
About AnaVation
AnaVation is the leader in solving the most complex technical challenges for collection and processing in the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community. We are a US owned company headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia. We deliver groundbreaking research with advanced software and systems engineering that provides an information advantage to contribute to the mission and operational success of our customers. We offer complex challenges, a top-notch work environment, and a world-class, collaborative team.
If you want to grow your career and make a difference while doing it, AnaVation is the perfect fit for you!
AnaVation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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  • email written answer
  • Are you Legally Authorized to Work in the United States? In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire choose one · optional
  • Have you ever been granted security clearance by a U.S. Federal Government Agency? If yes, please state the level of clearance and Granting Agency Name. written answer
  • What is your expected salary range? written answer
  • EDUCATION: Please provided School Name, Dates Attended, Major, Degree Earned for all schools attended. written answer
  • EMPLOYMENT RECORD: List all employment experience, starting with the most recent or present employer, including US Military Service, and working back for the past three employers. Using a separate section for each position, describe in detail all work experience including periods of unemployment. Resumes may not be substituted in lieu of completing the following employment information. Please include Employer Name, Position Held, Dates of Employment. written answer
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  • PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES: List three professional references (other than those listed as current/former supervisor) that we may contact: Please provide Name, Relationship, Phone Number and email. written answer
  • PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND INITIAL EACH PARAGRAPH BEFORE SIGNING I have disclosed all information that is relevant and should be considered applicable to my candidacy for employment. choose one · optional
  • I understand, where permissible under applicable state and local law, I may be subject to a pre-employment drug screen and background check after receiving a conditional offer of employment to investigate my criminal background [, driving record][, credit history] and other matters related to my suitability for employment. choose one · optional
  • I hereby certify that the information given by me is true in all respects. I authorize AnaVation, LLC and its representatives to contact my prior employers and all others (with the exception of my current employer, only if I have marked “May we contact?” of this application as “No”) for the purpose of verification of the information I have supplied and release same from any liability resulting from the information released. I authorize employers, schools and other persons named on this application to provide any information or transcripts requested. choose one · optional
  • I understand employment with AnaVation, LLC is also contingent on my providing sufficient documentation necessary to establish my identity and eligibility to work in the United States. choose one · optional
  • I hereby certify that, if employed, my employment with AnaVation, LLC will not conflict with, or result in the violation of, breach of, or default under, any contract, agreement or understanding that I am a party to or am bound by, other than those I have disclosed in this application, if any. choose one · optional
  • I hereby certify that, if employed, my employment with AnaVation, LLC will not violate any non-solicitation, non-competition or other similar covenant or agreement I have with any of my prior employers, other than those I have disclosed in this application, if any. choose one · optional
  • I hereby certify that, if employed, I will report to my supervisor, a representative of HR or other member of management, if I am ever harassed or discriminated against by someone in the company or if I ever become aware of any unethical behavior by any employee. choose one · optional
  • I expressly understand and agree that, if employed, my employment, having no specified term, is based upon mutual consent and may be terminated at will, with or without cause, by either party (AnaVation, LLC or me) without prior notice to the other, unless otherwise prohibited by law. Additionally, I understand that no representation, whether oral or written, by any representative or agent of AnaVation, LLC, at any time, can constitute an implied or express contract of employment. I further understand no representative or agent of AnaVation, LLC has the authority to enter into an agreement for employment for any specified period of time or to make any change in any policy, procedure, benefit or other terms or condition of employment other than in a document signed by the Chief Executive Officer or an authorized representative. choose one · optional
  • I certify that all of the above information is true and complete, and I understand that any falsification or omission of information may disqualify you from further consideration for employment or, if hired, may result in termination regardless of the time elapsed before discovery. Note: An offer of employment is conditioned upon complying with AnaVation, LLC's requirements including, but not limited to, signing a consent to conduct a background investigation. MY SIGNATURE IS EVIDENCE THAT I HAVE READ AND AGREE WITH THE ABOVE STATEMENTS._ Applicant's signature (selecting yes below is equivalent to a handwritten signature) choose one · optional
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  • Current Manager
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  • Please indicate why you are interested in this position. written answer
  • Please explain specifically how you feel this position could enhance your career growth and development. written answer
  • List your qualifications that match this position as listed on the posting. Include skills, experience, personal achievement, education, and other information that could apply. written answer
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  • Do you hold a US Government Top Secret Clearance or Above? choose one
  • Are you able to work full-time on-site in Chantilly, VA and reside within commuting distance by your start date? choose one

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