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Quality Assurance Specialist (Remote)

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OrganizationAltamont GroupPosted 24 Jan 2025 Closing date 31 Jan 2026Quality Assurance Specialist (Remote)Altamont Group Is a Boutique Advisory Focused On Supporting The Humanitarian, Government, And Development Sectors Across Emerging And Emerged Economies. Our Team Has Over 45 Years Of Expertise InMonitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL)Strategy and PolicyeLearning/Capacity Development/TrainingQuality Assurance and AccreditationOrganizational OptimizationBy leveraging global best practices within local contexts and prioritizing quality, access, and value; we drive sustainable impact and long-term success, as well as deliver innovative, tailored solutions, for our global clients.Role DescriptionAltamont Group (AG) is seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Specialist (QAS) to support our team. This role is crucial in ensuring the quality and accuracy of our proposals, and client deliverables, i.e., reports, PPTs, proposals, social media verbiage, website updates, etc. The successful candidate will review content, format, and style to ensure all documents align with client requirements and AG standards. The ideal candidate will work closely with proposal and project teams to maintain high standards across all stages of proposal development and project implementation.Key ResponsibilitiesQuality Assurance (QA) for Proposals:Fully understand the key requirements of the Terms of Reference (TOR) and the client’s requirements for proposalsReview proposals to ensure compliance with all RFP/TOR requirements, ensuring all necessary sections are included and formatting guidelines are adhered toEnsure key messages and technical language are clear, concise, and consistent throughout the proposalReview proposal documents for grammatical errors, clarity, consistency, and validate financial figures, technical content, and data accuracyEnsure the technical approach, methodology, and work plan are logical, feasible, and clearly articulatedFollow the steps/processes laid out in the Proposal Daily Progress Sheet and meet proposal deadlinesPromptly address any revisions required to ensure proposals meet quality standards and client expectationsQuality Assurance (QA) for Documents/Deliverables:Conduct comprehensive reviews of client deliverables, e.g., evaluation reports, research reports, etc. to ensure alignment with client requirements and AG quality standardsEdit documents, including reports, and presentations, to ensure content is aligned with client requirements and documents have correct grammar, spelling, and formatting, as well as are consistentValidate the accuracy and relevance of data, figures, and references in reports and proposalsIdentify discrepancies, inconsistencies, or areas of improvement in deliverables and coordinate with project teams to address themEnsure all client deliverables meet expectations in terms of quality, timeliness, and alignment with project objectivesProactively address potential quality issues to mitigate client dissatisfaction or reworkEnsure all deliverables align with AG’s protocols, standards, templates, and branding guidelinesQuality Assurance (QA) for Documents/Deliverables:Review/revise social media verbiageReview/revise website verbiageQuality Assurance (QA) Process Improvement:Develop and refine quality assurance processes to ensure efficiency and consistencyImplement best practices for reviewing and approving documents, reports, and proposalsRequired Skills And ExperiencesBachelor’s degree in English, Business, Research, Quality Management, or a related fieldProven experience in the humanitarian/development sectorsExpertise with document development and review with exceptional attention to detailStrong knowledge of quality assurance principles and methodologies, particularly for proposal and document developmentAbility to analyze and validate data, ensuring accuracy and consistencyFamiliarity with research and evaluation processesStrong organizational and time-management skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work effectively both independently and as part of a teamProficient in MS Office, SharePoint, and project management softwareStrong attention to detailAbility to prioritize tasks and work under pressureAbility to manage deadlines efficientlyExceptional Western English writing/editing abilitiesStrong analytical and critical thinking skillsFlexible attitude toward receiving feedbackMust be resident in India, Pakistan, etc. to align with required time zonesWhat's In It For YouProfessional Growth: Enhance your expertise and skill set while gaining valuable practical experience in quality assurance and project management within a supportive team environment.Meaningful Impact: Feel the satisfaction of being part of a team that makes a difference globally with impactful work.Collaborative Environment: Work closely with teams to improve content quality.Opportunity for Advancement: Grow skills through diverse projects and continuous learning.Relationship Management: Facilitate client communication and team collaboration.Flexibility and Support: Enjoy remote work flexibility with team support.Valued Input: Experience the empowerment of knowing that your input is not only welcomed but highly valued and respected.Recognition: Contributions are valued and acknowledged, fostering pride in your work.How to applyAdditional InformationThis a REMOTE roleInterested? Share your Cover Letter and CVInterested candidates are requested to share the following with our Recruitment Team: Recruitment@altamontgroup.caDetailed Cover Letter highlighting RELEVANT experiencesCV highlighting relevant experiencesApplication ProcessAltamont Group’s Application Process consists of the following steps:Candidate shares tailored cover letter and updated CVMatched candidates invited for Interview 1 | ScreeningScreened candidates invited to complete Round 1 Application FormHarmonized candidates invite for Interview 2 | AlignmentAligned candidates invited to complete Round 2 Application FormPreferred candidates invited for Interview 3 | ShortlistShortlisted candidates invited for Interview 4 | FinalizationFinalized candidates invited to complete the AssessmentSelected candidate receives offerQuestions? Email our Recruitment Team: Recruitment@altamontgroup.caJob detailsSourceAltamont GroupTypeJobCareer categoryAdvocacy/CommunicationsYears of experience0-2 yearsShare Share this on Facebook Share this on X Post this on LinkedIn

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