Job description
Your role as a Proposal Assistant/ Bid Assistant:
As a Proposal Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the team of consultants and international clients, as the organization works with various Financial Institutions to drive positive change in the communities, the following are the expected tasks:
• Coordinate and manage the bid process from initiation to submission, ensuring adherence to deadlines and client requirements.
• Conduct research to gather relevant information about clients, competitors, and market trends to support bid development.
• Identify and engage the correct experts within the organization or externally to fulfill the job requirements.
• Write and draft persuasive and comprehensive bid proposals that effectively convey the capabilities and solutions.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to gather inputs and ensure the proposal aligns with the project requirements.
• Review and proofread bid content to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance.
• Serve as a central point of contact for bid-related queries and information within the organization.
• Ensure bids are compliant with client specifications and company standards
(A) Experience and educational background:
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, or a related field is required.
• 2-5 years of experience in bid coordination, proposal writing, proposal development or related roles is a must.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Teams).
• Familiarity with bidding process and management in the development projects targeted to the financial sectors is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic.
• Additional training in proposal writing is preferred.
(B) Skills and abilities:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Knowledge of proposal development best practices, including persuasive writing techniques and visual presentation.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Experience working with EU donors or financial institutions in the MENA region is a plus.
• Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills.
(C) Personal Characteristics:
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a meticulous approach to tasks and deliverables.
• Proactive and resourceful, able to anticipate needs and take initiatives.
• Team player, with the ability to work collaboratively and build relationships with stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Professional demeanor and ability to represent the company in a positive manner
As a Proposal Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the team of consultants and international clients, as the organization works with various Financial Institutions to drive positive change in the communities, the following are the expected tasks:
• Coordinate and manage the bid process from initiation to submission, ensuring adherence to deadlines and client requirements.
• Conduct research to gather relevant information about clients, competitors, and market trends to support bid development.
• Identify and engage the correct experts within the organization or externally to fulfill the job requirements.
• Write and draft persuasive and comprehensive bid proposals that effectively convey the capabilities and solutions.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to gather inputs and ensure the proposal aligns with the project requirements.
• Review and proofread bid content to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance.
• Serve as a central point of contact for bid-related queries and information within the organization.
• Ensure bids are compliant with client specifications and company standards
Requirements
(A) Experience and educational background:
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, or a related field is required.
• 2-5 years of experience in bid coordination, proposal writing, proposal development or related roles is a must.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Teams).
• Familiarity with bidding process and management in the development projects targeted to the financial sectors is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic.
• Additional training in proposal writing is preferred.
(B) Skills and abilities:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Knowledge of proposal development best practices, including persuasive writing techniques and visual presentation.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Experience working with EU donors or financial institutions in the MENA region is a plus.
• Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills.
(C) Personal Characteristics:
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a meticulous approach to tasks and deliverables.
• Proactive and resourceful, able to anticipate needs and take initiatives.
• Team player, with the ability to work collaboratively and build relationships with stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Professional demeanor and ability to represent the company in a positive manner