Kaizen Labs · 3 months ago
Proposal Writer and Capture Strategist
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$100K/yr - $140K/yr
5+ years expKaizen Labs is a company focused on modernizing government services through innovative technology. The Proposal Writer and Capture Strategist will be responsible for developing persuasive RFP responses for local governments, conducting market research, and collaborating across teams to support company growth.
Information TechnologyRecreationSoftware
Responsibilities
Write winning proposals: Own the development of high-quality, compliant, and persuasive RFP responses for state and local governments
Explore new verticals: Conduct market research and synthesize insights that guide Kaizen’s entry into adjacent spaces beyond parks and recreation
Collaborate across teams: Work closely with product, partnerships, engineering, and leadership to gather inputs and shape compelling narratives
Build scalable processes: Help refine our proposal library, templates, and workflows so we can move faster as the team grows
Champion AI-driven efficiency: Integrate AI tools into daily workflows to maximize productivity and increase intake while maintaining excellence in proposal standards
Balance deadlines and strategy: Deliver on immediate proposal priorities while contributing to Kaizen’s broader market strategy
Be a thought partner: Work alongside our Proposal Manager to establish best practices and continue laying the foundation for a growing team
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience in proposal writing or management, ideally with exposure to public sector RFPs
Demonstrated success in winning competitive proposals at the city, county, or state level
Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills tailored to the public sector
Ability to conduct market research and connect insights to actionable strategy
Excellent project management skills with experience managing multiple, complex deadlines
Proficiency with tools like Loopio, InDesign, Figma, and proposal management platforms
A self-starter mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment
You have a proven track record of writing and winning proposals for state and local governments; experience in parks and recreation is a strong plus
You're a strong writer and editor who can translate technical concepts into clear, compelling language for public sector audiences
You're curious and analytical, with an interest in researching new markets and verticals to inform company strategy
You're organized, detail-oriented, and thrive in environments with multiple simultaneous deadlines
You bring a mix of independence and collaboration, comfortable working cross-functionally while also owning your projects end-to-end
You're excited by the opportunity to help build and scale a proposal function in a fast-growing startup
Benefits
Comprehensive Health Coverage
Dental, Vision & Financial Wellness
$100,000 in fully paid life insurance
401(k) access through Guideline
Parental Leave That Supports Families
Everyday Support & Flexibility
$50/month toward your commute
One-time setup stipend (up to $750) for your home or NYC office
$100/month for wellness or productivity
Perks That Make Life Better
$250/year for recreation - because fun matters
$500/year for professional development - because growth does too
Expensed lunch three days a week when you’re in the office
Company-provided laptop
Time Off to Recharge
Unlimited PTO
All federal holidays off
A company-wide winter break during the week of Christmas
Company
Kaizen Labs
Kaizen Labs is a software company that helps city administrators transform resident experiences with simple digital products.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$32MKey Investors
New Enterprise Associates
2025-10-30Series A· $21M
2023-01-01Seed· $11M
Leadership Team
Kshitij Shah
Co-Founder & COO
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