Proposal Bid Support Manager â Consulting Services
Proposal Bid Support Manager â Consulting Services
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Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Proposal Support Manager to drive the proposal lifecycle within our consulting practice. This role will be responsible for bid qualification tender administration and the creation of compelling compliant proposals that reflect our consulting capabilities and value proposition. The ideal candidate combines deep knowledge of professional services with strong project management and administrative consulting expertise to deliver high-quality submissions that win business.
Key Responsibilities
Bid & Tender Management:
- Evaluate incoming RFPs RFIs and EOIs to assess strategic fit and facilitate go/no-go decisions with leadership.
- Manage the end-to-end tender process ensuring compliance with client instructions and internal quality standards.
- Build and maintain a central bid calendar and pipeline tracker for all opportunities.
Proposal Development & Writing:
- Lead the development of client-focused proposals including tailored executive summaries team credentials methodologies and case studies.
- Collaborate with consultants subject matter experts business development teams and leadership to gather and synthesize input.
- Ensure consistency in tone brand and visual identity across all documentation.
Project Management:
- Develop proposal workplans and timelines assigning responsibilities and managing deliverables across stakeholders.
- Facilitate daily stand-ups or progress meetings to monitor timelines and resolve blockers.
- Identify and manage risks ensuring on-time delivery of all bid documents.
Strategic & Administrative Support:
- Maintain a repository of past proposals CVs project references and boilerplate content for reuse and customisation.
- Provide advisory support on bid strategy competitive positioning and response themes.
- Recommend and implement improvements in proposal processes and tools to boost efficiency and win rates.
Qualifications :
- Bachelors degree in Business Communications Marketing Public Policy or a related field.
- APMP certification or formal training in proposal/bid management.
- PMP or PRINCE2 certification is an advantage
Required Skills & Experience
- Minimum 57 years of experience in proposal management or tender coordination preferably within a consulting advisory or professional services environment.
- Background in project management and administrative consulting with a clear understanding of consulting sales cycles.
- Exceptional writing editing and formatting skillsable to craft persuasive content tailored to client needs.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word PowerPoint Excel) and familiar with proposal automation or CRM tools (e.g. Loopio RFPIO Salesforce).
- Strong interpersonal and facilitation skills with the ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
Additional Information :
What We Offer:
- A collaborative and intellectually stimulating consulting environment.
- Opportunity to contribute to high-impact strategic bids across various sectors.
- Career growth through exposure to strategic business development and client engagement.
- Competitive compensation and benefits with flexible working arrangements.
At Deloitte we want everyone to feel they can be themselves and to thrive at workin every country in everything we do every day. We aim to create a workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect including reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. We seek to create and leverage our diverse workforce to build an inclusive environment across the African continent.
Note: The list of tasks / duties and responsibilities contained in this document is not necessarily exhaustive. Deloitte may ask the employee to carry out additional duties or responsibilities which may fall reasonably within the ambit of the role profile depending on operational requirements.
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
