We are Skyward. That is, a love for people, for improvement, for human advancement through information technology. We are a people-centered business with a desire to serve others. We are diverse and unified; creative and collaborative; a collection of complementary, not competing talents. And though on the surface we remain relaxed, beneath, a torrent of energy links us to our civic tech mission. We stand by our values, and we won't compromise on any of them. Integrity: We're conscientious, intentional, and empathetic. Our words and actions align. That's our character. Please don't ask us to play another part, we're poor actors. Compassionate: If we may borrow a quote from Theodore Roosevelt: "No one cares how much you know until they know how much you care." Because our team is thoughtful and supportive, caring deeply for each other, our clients, and our work, this comes naturally. Inquisitive: We remain students by failing openly and turning lessons into solutions.Unconventional: For us, life isn't what happens outside of work. Work happens inside of life and our culture erases the line often dividing the two. Authentic: Made possible only because we embody the values listed above. We're relaxed and fun yet intensely curious and driven. Team members are placed with thought, care, and precision to ensure that Trust, Truth, and Transparency continue to represent our brand. Because of that, we continue Onward, Upward, and Skyward. We need a Researcher/Writer.Are you someone who has a natural curiosity to explore new ideas, ask questions, and dig deeper? Are you an excellent communicator who can write succinct and compelling narratives, and effectively convey information to an audience? If you're ready to learn about government contracting and civic technology, and grow your skills in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you. Come join us if you're motivated to learn from others, to learn from mistakes, to be part of a future-looking and growth-oriented team. Let's go Skyward together.
What you'll do:
Gather all the information that is available (for example, databases and portals, agency-specific websites, industry news and publications, social media and LinkedIn) to help Skyward win new business by providing strategic analysis.
Research the heck out of government agencies, contracts, and competitors to ensure that Skyward's efforts to win government contracts are informed by data-driven analysis and competitive intelligence.
Write compelling, compliant, and well-structured proposals in response to government and commercial Request for Proposals (RFPs), Request for Quotations (RFQs), and Request for Information (RFI). *Don't worry if you don't know what this is. You'll learn!
Work closely with internal Skyward teams, including business development, technical experts, and project managers, to gather information and ensure proposals align with company capabilities and client requirements.
Assist in improving proposal writing processes and maintaining a repository of reusable proposal templates and content.
What we'd like you to have:
Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
Strong writing, editing, and communication skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Excellent research and analytical skills.
An interest in civic technology and government contracting.
What would blow us away:
You've had internships relating to communications, business development, or, even better, proposal writing.
You're not only the unicorn we've described above, but you also love researching and tinkering with AI.
Even if you don't meet 100% of the qualifications, we encourage you to apply. At Skyward, we're focused on hiring individuals with the right skills and passion to grow, not just checking off every box.We know great work deserves great pay. That's why we ensure our compensation is not only competitive but also fair and transparent, as required by Maryland law. Expect a salary that matches your skills, experience, and the value you bring to the table -because you're worth it!At Skyward, we believe diverse teams are the key to innovation and success. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment where everyone, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, or background, can thrive. We strongly encourage applications from women, people of color, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. We support flexible working hours and remote opportunities to help maintain a healthy work-life balance for all employees, including caregivers and those with unique needs. Offers of employment with Skyward are contingent upon acceptable results of a background investigation. PDN-9d19533e-8697-46e2-b1c3-2aa1e77f7c70