Job Description

Note : this role is hybrid with approximately 3 days per week in the office.

Everblue is seeking a skilled and experienced Proposal Writer to join our Business Development team in creating compelling and compliant proposals for energy-related projects, such as federal Home Energy Rebates, Weatherization, and Training for Residential Energy Contractors (TREC), and other areas of our business: professional licensure, software, and workforce development. This individual will join a dynamic team advancing energy efficiency and equity through utility and federal, state, and local government partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and analyze Requests for Proposals (RFPs), grant requirements, and agency procurement guidelines.
• Research and synthesize relevant program information, win themes, and organizational strengths into clear, persuasive narratives tailored for specific opportunities.
• Collaborate closely with Everblue and other subject matter experts, program managers, project teams, and partners to gather technical content and evidence, ensuring regulatory and technical compliance.
• Draft, edit, and finalize all technical, management, and staffing sections for proposals, ensuring adherence to RFP requirements, evaluation criteria, and organizational style guides.
• Manage the proposal writing process, including timelines, internal reviews, proposal production, and timely submission of all required documents.
• Maintain and update a library of proposal templates, past performance, and reusable content for future energy-related proposals.
• Assist with grants reporting and post-submission inquiries as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field (e.g., engineering, environmental studies, public policy, English, communications, or related).
• Demonstrated success writing government or federal grant proposals—ideally for energy, climate, or weatherization programs.
• Excellent writing, research, and editing skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency with HubSpot, Microsoft Office Suite, and proposal management tools.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and adapt to evolving priorities.
• Collaborative team player with strong communication and time-management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least three years of experience developing funded proposals for federal or state government programs, especially in energy or sustainability sectors.
• Knowledge of federal energy market trends and programs, such as Home Energy Rebate or Weatherization Assistance programs.
• Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), grants.gov, and similar federal procurement systems.
• Experience collaborating with partners and stakeholders across multiple projects.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Flexible work arrangements; U.S.-based, remote candidates considered.
• Mission-driven organization; opportunity to make a direct impact on energy equity and sustainability. 

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