The Proposals and Tenders Officer

THE ROLE

The Proposals and Tenders Officer will be responsible for managing the end-to-end process of developing high-quality proposals and tender submissions that align with the company’s business objectives. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to craft winning bids. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of leadership assessments, HR analytics, and the competitive landscape in the human capital development sector.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Proposal and Tender Development:

• Manage the complete lifecycle of proposals and tenders, from identifying opportunities to submission.
• Analyze tender requirements, gather necessary information, and ensure submissions are compliant and tailored to client needs.
• Create persuasive, clear, and concise content for proposals, bids, and presentations.

Opportunity Identification and Analysis:

• Research and monitor tender portals, government opportunities, and private-sector RFPs to identify relevant opportunities.
• Evaluate the feasibility of opportunities and provide recommendations to senior management.
• Conduct competitor analysis to strengthen proposal positioning.

Collaboration and Stakeholder Coordination:

• Work closely with internal teams, including sales, marketing, product, and technical experts, to gather input for proposals.
• Coordinate with external stakeholders, such as partners or subcontractors, to develop joint bids where applicable.
• Ensure alignment between proposal strategy and the organization’s business goals.

Compliance and Quality Assurance:

• Ensure all proposals and tender submissions comply with client requirements, industry standards, and organizational policies.
• Maintain a repository of templates, case studies, and best practices to streamline future submissions.
• Review and edit proposals for accuracy, consistency, and impact.

Project Management and Reporting:

• Develop and maintain a tender submission calendar to track deadlines and deliverables.
• Monitor proposal outcomes, gather feedback, and prepare reports on win rates and areas for improvement.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in proposal management.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• Proven experience in proposal and tender management, preferably in the HR, consultancy, or human capital development sectors.
• Strong writing, editing, and communication skills with a track record of creating compelling content.
• Knowledge of leadership assessments, HR analytics, and talent development frameworks is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in proposal management tools and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines without compromising quality.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with strong attention to detail.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic and analytical thinking.
• Persuasive writing and storytelling.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Results-oriented mindset and ability to drive projects to completion.

Why Join Us?

This role provides an exciting opportunity to directly contribute to the growth and success of a company specializing in leadership assessments and HR analytics. You will play a critical role in showcasing the company’s value proposition to prospective clients and driving impactful partnerships.

HOW TO APPLY

Email your CV ONLY to ctheu@priconsultants.com, with subject APPLICATION FOR THE PROPOSALS AND TENDERS OFFICER. Applications close on 13th December 2024