Strategic Proposal & Procurement Specialist (Part-Time On-Call)

Strategic Proposal & Procurement Specialist (Part-Time On-Call)

Are you looking for a rewarding role with a global company where you can be part of a vital team supporting our US Army? Then Serco has the right opportunity for you!

As the Strategic Proposal & Procurement Specialist (Part-Time On-Call), you will provide specialized expertise in developing high-stakes responses to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and drafting rigorous Sole Source Justifications (SSJ) to support the U.S. Army IMCOM CYS mission.

This role requires an intimate understanding of Army Regulation 608-10 and CYS operational standards to ensure all procurement documents accurately reflect the unique requirements of military child development and youth programming.

In this role, you will:

• Lead the technical writing and coordination for complex RFP responses, ensuring alignment with Department of Defense (DoD) policies and IMCOM G9 objectives.
• Draft and finalize Justification and Approval (J&A) documents for noncompetitive procurements, meticulously documenting market research and the unique capabilities that necessitate sole-source awards.
• Provide experienced guidance on Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and simplified acquisition procedures to ensure all submissions meet legal and audit-ready standards.
• Translate complex CYS program requirementsincluding child/youth development theories and health/safety standardsinto compelling technical narratives for contracting officers.
• Serve as a business advisor to CYS Coordinators and installation leadership to refine procurement strategies and long-range planning.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• An Active or Current Secret Clearance.
• US Citizenship.
• Ability to pass all favorable background checks required for positions in contact with children under Public Law 101-647.
• Bachelors degree and 10 years of experience. A High School Diploma/GED and 4 years of additional experience, or an Associate's degree and 2 years of additional experience will be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree.
• Demonstrated "intimate knowledge" of Army CYS operations, preferably through former roles as a CYS Director, Program Manager, or Director.
• Experience in federal contracting/procurement cycles, specifically with high-dollar RFPs and noncompetitive justification documentation.
• Advanced analytical writing ability to draft complex policy implementations and technical proposals.
• Ability to travel 25% of the time.

Additional desired experience and skills:

• Proficiency in the Child and Youth Management System (CYMS) for data extraction to support procurement justifications.
• Experience with IMCOM G9 narrative funding guidance and audit readiness.

If you are interested in supporting and working with our military and a passionate Serco team- then submit your application now for immediate consideration. It only takes a few minutes and could change your career!