RFP Writer

AT A GLANCE

We are currently seeking a talented RFP Writer/Proposal Manager to join our State Government team. If you are looking for an opportunity to utilize your exceptional writing skills and make a meaningful impact, this role might be the perfect fit for you. As a member of our purpose-driven team, you will have the chance to contribute to our mission of achieving health equity by eliminating the burden associated with commercial tobacco addiction.

In this position, you will play a key role in the development, writing, planning, design, delivery, and overall proposal management for our State Quit Services tobacco cessation product. Working closely with our client management team and product team, you will proactively identify and develop a winning strategy that effectively communicates and showcases the value of RVO Health's products, services, initiatives, and overall brand.

As the RFP Writer, your responsibilities will encompass crafting compelling proposals that highlight the unique benefits of our offerings. Your expertise in proposal writing will be essential in capturing the attention of potential clients and demonstrating how our solutions align with their needs. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather relevant information and ensure the proposals are comprehensive and persuasive.

To excel in this role, we are seeking someone with strong communication skills who can effectively convey complex concepts in a concise manner. Your ability to understand and articulate our brand's mission, vision, and strategic direction is vital in showcasing our commitment to making a difference in the field of tobacco cessation.

If you are passionate about leveraging your writing talents to contribute to meaningful projects within the State Government sector, we invite you to join us as an integral part of our team. Together, we can help individuals on their journey towards leading healthier lives.

What You’ll Do

• Develop, plan, research, write, edit, manage, and deliver complex requests for proposals and information
• Collaborate with departments across the organization to obtain appropriate content for RFPs
• Produce professional documents to ensure high-quality proposals
• Demonstrate subject-matter knowledge of the Quit Services product to develop clear and concise messaging
• Produce quality responses to RFPs by following proposal-writing standards including readability, consistency, and tone
• Effectively manage deadlines
• Proofread and ensure compliance with formatting
• Articulate the value proposition, key themes, market position, and overall strategy within proposals

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Communication, English, Journalism, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field
• Must have 3-5 years of relevant experience, with a proven RFP win rate, in the public sector
• Passion for public health
• Tobacco cessation experience strongly preferred
• Strong organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail
• Experience with the utilization of proposal portals
• Ability to embrace feedback, learn, and hold yourself accountable
• Excellent writing, organizational, communication, and planning skills
• Technical background with narrative-based RFP, RFQ, and proposals
• Project management-oriented organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Act as a team player and foster a positive work environment
• Creative analytical and problem-solving skills

Pursuant to various state Fair Pay Acts, below is a summary of compensation elements for this role at the company. The following benefits are provided by RVO Health, subject to eligibility requirements.

• Starting Salary: $60,000 - $90,000
  *Note actual salary is based on geographic location, qualifications and experience
• Access to a Free Udemy for Business subscription—thousands of hours of learning content on hundreds of different subjects at your fingertips
• Health Insurance Coverage (medical, dental, and vision)
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• 401(k) with match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Bonding Benefit Program

Who We Are: 

Founded in 2022, RVO Health is a new healthcare platform of digital media brands, services and technologies focused on building relationships with people throughout their health & wellness journey. We meet people where they are in their personal health journeys and connect them with both the information and the care they need. RVO Health was created by joining teams from both Red Ventures and UnitedHealth Group’s Optum Health. Together we’re focused on delivering on our vision of a stronger and healthier world. 

RVO Health is comprised of Healthline Media (Healthline, Medical News Today, Psych Central, Greatist and Bezzy), Healthgrades, FindCare and PlateJoy; Optum Perks, Optum Store and the virtual coaching platforms Real Appeal, Wellness Coaching, and QuitForLife. 

We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program for full-time employees, including medical, dental and vision coverage, paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, 401(k) plan and a paid parental leave program. 

RVO Health is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or any other basis protected by law. Employment at RVO Health is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications.  

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. This includes providing reasonable accommodation where appropriate. Should you require a reasonable accommodation to apply or participate in the job application or interview process, please contact accommodations@rvohealth.com.

We do not provide visa sponsorship at this time.