Proposal Job Descriptions

A proposal coordinator communicates a company's mission and methods of getting there, usually via the written word. Proposal coordinators work in a wide array of industries, from marketing to grant writing, and perform a wide array of tasks.

Basics

Oftentimes, proposal coordinators develop documents used to promote the company, such as brochures or fliers. On top of writing these documents, they may assist in areas of circulating them to a target audience, as well organization, editing and design.

Skills

Proposal coordinators must be quick thinkers who perform well under pressure, as most face strict deadlines. They need to possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as those related to design, computers and time management.

Qualifications

Many companies favor applicants with a bachelor's degree in either marketing or communications when hiring a proposal coordinator. Other areas of study for aspiring proposal coordinators include English, journalism and public relations.

Earnings

Proposal coordinators earned anywhere from nearly $58,000 to more than $92,500 per year as of August 2010, according to PayScale.com. Much of those earnings were based on experience and overall duties.

References

• Education Portal: Proposal Coordinator
• PayScale: Proposal Manager Salary