Technical Writer

Remote The client is seeking an experienced Advanced Planning Document (APD) Writer. This position develops Advanced Planning Documents (APDs) for the Medicaid Enterprise System (MES) and client department, along with other documentation supporting MES planning, implementation, and operational activities. The role reviews APDs, provides detailed feedback, drafts CMS submittal letters, and ensures all materials meet federal expectations. It requires strong stakeholder engagement, project coordination, and technical communication skills. The APD Writer translates complex information into clear, accessible documentation and collaborates with project teams, technical teams, vendors, and budget offices to produce well structured, timely APDs aligned with CMS guidelines and program requirements. Skill \- Required / Desired \- Amount of Experience Prior experience developing APDs or related documents (e.g., RFPs, RFIs, contracts). \- Required \- 3 Years Working knowledge of government regulations as they pertain to the grant proposal and APD writing process. \- Required \- 3 Years Expert experience executing against multiple priorities/projects. \- Required \- 5 Years Proficient use of project collaboration and tracking tools (Microsoft Project Suite, MS Teams, Zoom, etc.) \- Required \- 5 Years Ability to interpret Medicaid policies to ensure compliance with CMS regulations. \- Required \- 3 Years Significant writing, proofreading, and editing skills. \- Required \- 5 Years Demonstrated project management, training and facilitating experience. \- Required \- 5 Years Demonstrated stakeholder engagement and collaboration experience. \- Required \- 5 Years Prior experience in procurement, budgeting, or accounting. \- Required \- 5 Years Prior experience preparing health IT proposals or working in the healthcare technology environment. \- Highly desired \- 5 Years Well organized and possess excellent team\-building skills. \- Required \- 5 Years Experience utilizing time management capabilities in high\-stress writing environments. \- Required \- 3 Years Prior experience working with client Medicaid and/or the client department . \- Highly desired \- 3 Years Experience in the development of documents based on information obtained through requirements gathering. \- Required \- 5 Years Familiarity with health IT and health information exchange concepts. \- Required \- 3 Years Notes: Remote VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status