Develop high-impact, customized proposals and business development materials that support organizational growth and client retention
Work with OPEN MINDS consultants and SMEs to design proposals, templates, capability statements, pricing worksheets, presentations, agreements, and marketing collateral
Lead end-to-end RFP and RFI responses: creating workplans, coordinating contributors, conducting research, gathering information, and writing and formatting submissions.
Conduct market research and internal interviews to strengthen solution narratives and contextual framing
Shape value propositions and messaging that clearly articulate OPEN MINDS’ capabilities and solutions
Prepare weekly and monthly activity updates on proposal pipeline and deliverables
Support related business development and marketing initiatives as assigned

Minimum 5 years of experience in proposal writing, grant writing, marketing communications, or business development
Exceptional writing and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build persuasive, executive-level narratives
Strong attention to detail in accuracy, formatting, grammar, and organization
High proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint; proficiency in Excel and Adobe Creative Suite preferred
Strong research skills and intellectual curiosity
Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
Excellent project management skills and ability to collaborate across teams
Understanding of the health and human services market—or the willingness to learn rapidly
Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, English, a health-related field, or a related discipline
Ability to lift 35 pounds

Business Development Solutions Strategist

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