Bid Writer

Description:

RA International is currently seeking for a talented Bid Writer to join our dynamic team in Dubai. The bid writer shall provide bid and technical writing expertise and support to the bidding efforts.

Roles and Responsibilities.

• Build proposal compliance matrices and track the fulfilment of all aspects of these matrices through the lifecycle of the proposal.

• Break down complicated technical information into easy-to-understand and engaging copy.

• Analyze client questions and diligently prepare structured, compliant responses.

• Coordinate and Capable to lead a cross functional team.

• Work with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to create technical copy for the company to use in bids and sales documentation

• Ensure all bids are completed in a compliant and timely manner.

• Establish priorities to meet goals and objectives.

• Plan bid delivery activities and coordinate departmental activities with other departments

• Anticipate any setbacks / difficulties and act to prevent or compensate

• Task, supervise and manage project teams.

• Research from web and other sources technical compliance data for inclusion into bids.

• Attend performance evaluation and technical meetings. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with key counterparts on client side.

• Hold regular project meetings to track progress on outstanding bids and assign or self-perform new tasks as may be required.

• Track deliverables and reporting, ensure both physical creation and delivery of bids to the required timelines and ensure that the paper trails are in line with procedures and objectives.

• Ensure that RA’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are strictly followed and that target KPIs are achieved

• Take responsibility for completing Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQ), Requests For Information (RFI), and Invitations To Tender (ITT) for high value business.

Requirements

• The successful candidate should have a university degree or industry equivalent in a construction/engineering discipline. Exceptional ability in technical writing and is required and experience with Humanitarian, Governments, Oli & Gas and Mining contracts is beneficial. Project Management Professional is desirable.
• He or she will have at least five years of full-time experience performing within a similar bid unit or a bid center with ancillary and transferable skills.
• RA is seeking highly motivated personnel who is able to operate autonomously with flexible, occasionally longer hours, and is goal and timeline driven.
• English written and verbal communication skills and professional demeanor.
• Prior experience as a capture/proposal/project manager is an advantage.