Government Proposal Technical Writer
November 22
Description
• Welcome to Planet. We believe in using space to help life on Earth. • Planet designs, builds, and operates the largest constellation of imaging satellites in history. • Customers and users across the globe use Planet's data to develop new technologies, drive revenue, power research, and solve our world’s toughest obstacles. • We have a people-centric approach toward culture and community and we strive to iterate in a way that puts our team members first. • Join Planet and be a part of our mission to change the way people see the world. • We are seeking a Government Proposal Technical Writer who is focused on researching & writing compliant proposals. • This is a great opportunity to work in a dynamic, collaborative environment and make an impact with your skills and your enthusiasm.
Requirements
• 4+ years of relevant experience, of which 2+ years is in proposal or tender writing within a government sector setting. • Experience in translating technical and other ideas into understandable proposal text. • Experience in project managing proposal processes from start to finish. • Excellent sense of accountability, integrity and taking ownership over projects and responsibilities and resolving issues proactively. • Ability to work with stringent deadlines, varying priorities, and simultaneously projects for timely RFx response submissions. • Ability to work collaboratively with diverse individuals and teams at all levels of an organization. • Knowledge of material non-public information obligations and responsibilities; including a demonstrated ability to handle need-to-know and restricted information with discretion and in accordance with legal, ethical, and proposal management industry standards. • Ability to maintain a graceful and helpful customer service attitude, particularly in high-pressure and time-crunched circumstances • Experience taking initiative, working independently, and being highly analytical. • Ability to interpret conflicting information, weigh various options for risk management, and convey possible options when working on complex proposals • Adept in Google Documents, Adobe, MS Word, and Excel.
Benefits
• Generous time off including vacation, holidays and company global days off • Comprehensive Healthcare coverage* • Remote friendly work environment • Employee Wellness Program • Home Office Reimbursement • Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement • Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning • Equity Options** • Volunteering Benefits
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