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Location: OttawaEmployment Type: Full-Time, Perm (hybrid) To be eligible for this role, you must have or be eligible to obtain a Government of Canada Reliability Status Screening (Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident AND haveresidedin Canada for the last 5 consecutive years). The Manager, Proposal Writing Centre of Excellence (CoE) A strategic content leader who shapes how our story is told in the market. This role will lead a new centralized proposal writing and editing team, building a high-impact content engine that helps us compete, differentiate, and win at scale. Youll turn business strategy into reusable content for persuasive, compliant, and compelling proposals, all while building a strong team and pushing the adoption of AI-enabled writing practices that raise the bar on speed, consistency, and quality. Reasons to Work for us Compensation structure that includes both base and variable pay Health and Wellness benefits that start on your first day of employment 3 weeks of paid vacation plus 6 flex days Birthday day off 5 paid volunteer days per year Hybrid Working model Opportunities to develop your career and grow in Canadas largest IT staffing company A commitment to learning training, resources and tools provided to all employees High impact role that changes every day. Job Responsibilities Content Governance & Quality Own proposal writing standards, templates, boilerplates, and reusable narratives. Govern the Responsive content library, including structure, version control, and review cycles. Establish and enforce quality control checkpoints across all proposal narratives. Ensure all content aligns with branding, messaging, and compliance requirements. People Leadership & Capability Lead, coach, and develop a team of Proposal Writers and Editors. Provide senior editorial guidance on complex or high-priority bids. Drive writing excellence through coaching, training, and best practices. Content Strategy & Innovation Translate capture and BD strategy into scalable, reusable content assets. Identify content gaps and opportunities for narrative innovation. Lead adoption of AI tools and writing automation to improve quality and efficiency. Proposal Support & Enablement Allocate writing and editing resources in partnership with Proposal Managers. Provide surge support and quality oversight during peak proposal periods. Support proposal teams with high-quality drafting, reviews, and editorial guidance. Experience & Education Must-Have Experience in proposal writing, editing, or content management in a high-volume environment. Proven expertise in persuasive writing and storytelling. People leadership experience within content-driven teams. Handson experience with proposal automation tools (e.g., Responsive) and AI-enabled writing platforms. Strong collaboration skills across BD, Capture, and SME teams. Nice-to-Have Experience in professional services or staffing environments. Experience supporting public sector proposals or marketing initiatives. Exposure to CRM, marketing automation, or ATS platforms. Bilingual in French and English Salary: $80,000- $87,000 AI may be used in evaluating candidates. About S.i. Systems: S.i. Systems is Canadas largest professional staffing provider, and we work with many of Canada's most prestigious firms. With locations across Canada and a growing presence in the U.S., weve experienced over 20 years of rapid growth and continue to expand at an exciting pace! If you feel this is a match for you, apply today. S.i. Systems is committed to fostering a positive and progressive workforce. We provide equitable treatment and accommodation to ensure barrierfree employment. If you require accommodation due to a disability, please contact Human Resources to ensure that you can fully access and participate in our recruitment process. #J-18808-Ljbffr