How to Draft a Job Proposal

Present your job proposal at the next meeting or interview.

Whether you are currently employed or want to find a new job, you may not be limited to the available positions posted by the company on job boards. Drafting a job proposal is another option that may prove successful in a competitive job market A job proposal is a suggestion for a new job position to be created within a company. The proposal should benefit the employer's needs and meet your own job skills and talents. Drafting a job proposal requires you to take a step-by-step approach to ensure that you include important components necessary to persuade a company to consider your idea.

Instructions

1. Make a list of items related to the new job you wish to propose to the employer. Make a note of why you believe this job should exist, when it should start, a job description and a job title. Write down how much it could cost the company to create the new position and determine who has the authority to make the position official.

2. Write an introduction. This provides the employer with details about your experience and education. It also tells them the background information on the division of the business you believe needs to add a new position.

3. Tell the employer about a specific problem within that division in the body of your proposal. Alternatively, write a statement that highlights what is missing inside the company and how your proposed position could resolve that issue. Bring to light, a duty that is not being completed, areas in production where there is low output and all areas that need improvement, for example.

4. Draft a solution. Show how your new position can specifically solve problems for the company. Explain in detail how the job is to be integrated into the current staff structure and how the company is to benefit. Include as much research data as possible, including charts and graphs that show loss projections, potential savings, necessary qualifications and equipment needed to fulfill the job.

5. Include a conclusion that gives a short overview of your proposal as you have already written in the body of your letter. The conclusion should be persuasive and call the company to take action. End the proposal by pointing out again the benefits of creating a new position for you.

6. Create an appendix for all the research you include in your proposal.

Tips & Warnings

• If you are currently employed, present your job proposal as a suggestion rather than an ultimatum. You don't want to cause friction among you and your supervisors and you don't want to lose your job as result.

References

• "The Palm Beach Post News"; Write a Job Proposal That's More Than Modest; Toby Chabon-Berger
• Georgia Perimeter College: A Practical Guide for Writing Job Proposals

Resources

• "The Handbook For Writing Proposals"; Robert Hamper; 2010