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Cost Proposal Manager, Washington D.C.

Position Summary: 

MSI seeks an experienced Budget and Cost Proposal Manager to join our headquarters staff. S/he will generate the business/cost/price components of proposals and will work closely with the technical, recruiting and business development staff on proposal efforts.
Responsibilities:
  • - Determine cost proposals requirements and structure based on RFP/RFTOP/etc to ensure compliance;
  • - Coordinate all cost/price proposal activities from inception to completion (i.e. coordinate volume inputs, spreadsheet development, lead cost/pricing reviews, perform labor market analysis, develop budget tracking mechanisms and prepare budget modifications as necessary, etc.);
  • - Negotiate salaries, budgets and other cost matters with clients, subcontractors, consultants and proposed project staff.
Qualifications:
  • - BA in a relevant field (accounting, finance, international development, etc) required; MA preferred;
  • - 5+ years of experience constructing budgets for USAID proposals, task orders, contracts, cooperative agreements, etc.
  • - Knowledge of USAID rules and regulations and familiarity with FAR, FAM, AIDAR, etc.
  • - Excellent negotiation, communication and analytical skills;
  • - Demonstrated ability to multi-task and work well under strict deadlines.

Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
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