Neighborly Software · 1 week ago
Proposal Manager (Public Sector Programs)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
7+ years expNeighborly Software is seeking a Proposal Manager to lead and execute high-value, complex public-sector RFP pursuits for their upmarket growth initiatives. The role involves both strategic oversight and hands-on writing, focusing on developing proposal strategies and managing the proposal lifecycle for state-level and enterprise opportunities.
ComplianceInformation TechnologyNon ProfitSoftware
Hiring Manager
Julia Fleischman, SPHR
Responsibilities
Own end-to-end execution of complex RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs, including schedule, roles, compliance, and submission readiness
Develop proposal strategy, win themes, response architecture, and evaluator-focused positioning
Lead kickoff meetings, solutioning sessions, color team reviews, and final reviews
Translate evaluation criteria into clear, scoreable narratives across all volumes
Write, edit, and synthesize high-quality proposal content, particularly for executive summaries, technical narratives, implementation approaches, and differentiators
Partner with SMEs across Product, Engineering, Implementation, Client Success, Partnerships, and Leadership to extract input and convert it into compelling, compliant responses
Ensure consistency of voice, messaging, and positioning across all sections
Maintain and evolve a reusable content library, templates, and boilerplate as part of building long-term structure
Establish repeatable proposal processes, timelines, and pursuit frameworks suited for complex, upmarket procurements
Define best practices for content development, reviews, version control, and submission readiness
Identify gaps in documentation and proactively build materials needed to support future pursuits
Help shape the future proposal team structure as the function scales
Partner with graphic designers and/or external resources to develop visuals such as process flows, system diagrams, and roadmaps
Oversee layout, formatting, and final packaging (Word, PDF, or InDesign-based), ensuring compliance with page limits and submission requirements
Coordinate with the Proposal Coordinator on formatting, document assembly, and portal submissions
Lead development of responses to bidder Q&A, addenda, and clarification requests
Ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment across all submitted responses
Partner with Legal as needed on proprietary language, redactions, and public-records considerations
Serve as the connective tissue across Strategic Growth, Sales, Product, Engineering, Implementation, Finance, and Legal
Guide SMEs on how to write to evaluators and focus on what drives scoring
Manage multiple concurrent pursuits while maintaining quality and calm under deadline pressure
Qualification
Required
7+ years of experience leading and/or writing complex proposals in a consulting, GovTech, SaaS, or enterprise solutions environment
Strong experience responding to state or local government procurements
Proven ability to both manage proposal strategy and write high-quality content
Exceptional writing, editing, and synthesis skills with the ability to simplify complex technical and regulatory concepts
Deep understanding of RFP compliance, evaluation scoring, and public-sector procurement dynamics
Highly organized, deadline-driven, and comfortable operating in a build-as-you-go environment
Preferred
Experience developing proposal responses for large-scale, public sector programs, such as disaster recovery (CDBG-DR/MIT), DOE energy or rebate initiatives, and HUD or affordable housing
Familiarity with APMP-style proposal methodologies
Experience with proposal tools such as Loopio or RFPIO
Comfort collaborating with graphic designers and overseeing visually polished proposal outputs
Company
Neighborly Software
Neighborly Software improves the administrative efficiency and regulatory compliance of housing, economic and community development programs
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$0.15MKey Investors
Falfurrias Management Partners
2024-10-15Private Equity
2017-03-01Seed· $0.15M
Leadership Team
Chris Behm
Board Member
Jason Rusnak
Co Founder
Recent News
2025-02-04
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