Technical Writer PD

Job Description

University Research Co., LLC (URC)

Headquartered inBethesda,Maryland, University Research Co, LLC (URC), along with its non-profit affiliate Center for Human Services (CHS), is a leader in public health consulting. Established in 1965, our work spans over 30 countries around the globe. URC’s mission is to improve the quality of and access to health, education, and social services in theUnited Statesand in developing countries around the world.

URC has expertise in helping create environments where communities, health providers, educators, managers, and stakeholders can make lasting and positive changes in people’s lives.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Director of Business Development, the Technical Writer will assist the Program Development Unit with the writing, editing and producing of specialized technical written inputs, into the technical narrative and the supporting annexes for various solicited and unsolicited proposals. Duties include but are not limited to:

• Provide strategic guidance on overall proposal design and presentation,
• Edit/write/package technical proposals for easier reading,
• Support and/or lead the writing, editing, formatting, and proofreading of technical proposal to solicited and unsolicited opportunities from various donors,
• Provide detailed and strategic analysis of solicitations, instructions and other proposal-related information,
• Coordinate with the designated proposal team to contribute to proposal design and the development of the technical approach,
• Assisting in any other tasks/duties assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Relevant university degree required; masters preferred (i.e., public health, journalism, fine arts, communications or related field)
• At least five (5) years of experience as a technical writer and editor
• 5+ years experience with USAID proposal development and writing preferred.
• A broad familiarity with subject matter related to public health, infectious diseases, nutrition/food security, maternal and child health, health systems, etc.
• Proven flexibility to handle changing priorities and managing multiple projects and deadlines efficiently
• Computer literacy required in Excel, Microsoft Word, with Power Point desired.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
• Good foreign language speaking/reading ability a plus.

To Apply:

For immediate consideration, please apply online by using the following link:

https://home2.eease.com/recruit/?id=2008032

Please cut and paste your cover letter in the “Application Notes” section and upload your CV where indicated. Or combine your cover letter and CV into one document for uploading into the online system.

Only candidates clearly meeting the requirements for this position will be contacted. However, since we are active around the world in the field of public health, we may wish to retain your CV in our consultant database for other/future opportunities, unless you direct us otherwise. Thank you.

URC is an E-Verify Employer

URC is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

We value and seek diversity in our workforce.