Government Contracts /Business Development Specialist (Part-Time) (Bro - business / management - manager job...

compensation: Based on experience

employment type: part-time

experience level: mid level

job title: Business Development Specialist

Government Contracts & Business Development Specialist (Part-Time)

Location: In-Person (Brooklyn, NY) or Remote

Schedule: Part-Time (20–25 hours per week)

Working Hours: Must be available during U.S. Eastern Time business hours

Compensation: Based on experience

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Government Contracts & Business Development Specialist to help build and execute our government contracting strategy.

This is not an administrative role. We are looking for a proactive professional with hands-on experience in government procurement, certifications, vendor registrations, and business development.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead efforts to make the organization fully contract-ready, including certifications, registrations, and required documentation

* Research and complete government certifications and vendor registrations

* Maintain organized and up-to-date contract readiness materials

* Identify and evaluate government contracting opportunities

* Support subcontracting, partnerships, and proposal efforts

A detailed responsibility sheet will be provided during the interview process.

Qualifications

* Experience in government contracting, procurement, or business development

* Familiarity with certifications and vendor registration processes

* Strong research, organization, and communication skills

* Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

Experience with platforms such as SAM.gov, NYC PASSPort, NYCHA, NY State Contract Reporter, MTA, Port Authority, or similar systems is a plus.

Experience with certifications such as MWBE, WBE, DBE, SDVOB, HUBZone, EDWOSB, SBE is also preferred.

Expectations

* Consistent weekly progress and accountability

* Clear communication and regular updates

* Ability to deliver measurable results

To Apply

Please submit:

* Your résumé

* A brief summary of your relevant experience

* Examples of certifications or procurement systems you’ve worked with

Candidates may be located anywhere but must be available during U.S. Eastern Time hours.

Only applicants with relevant experience will be considered.