JALI PARTNERS is professional accounting firm headquartered in Kigali, Rwanda offering services related to accounting, tax advisory, and business planning for companies and organizations. Our clientele consists of various industries such as wholesalers, transport, project funded project, hospitality, manufacturers, energy, education, and ICT. Our mission is to strengthen our clients’ finance departments by providing high quality, innovative and accountable services. JALI PARTNERS is regulated by Rwanda Revenue Authority (RRA) as a tax advisory firm and has a subsidiary audit firm called AWO PARTNERS that is regulated by the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Rwanda (ICPAR)

We are seeking a dynamic and proactive individual to join our team as Proposal Coordinator. The ideal candidate will be responsible for generating leads through various channels and crafting compelling proposals to secure business opportunities. This role requires a combination of strategic thinking, excellent writing skills, and a keen understanding of market trends and customer needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct research to identify potential leads and prospects within accounting, tax advisory, auditing, and consultancy clients.
• Develop and implement lead generation strategies to attract and engage potential clients.
• Develop and implement lead generation strategies to attract and engage potential investors.
• Collaborate with marketing team to align lead generation efforts with overall business objectives.
• Identify and prepare for tenders.
• Identify and prepare for Request for Proposals (RFP) and Expression of Interest (EoI).
• Participation in initiation, introductory, and negotiation meetings.
• Participation in networking events.
• Support in preparing business proposals and grant writing.
• Write, edit, and proofread proposals, bids, and pitch documents tailored to the specific needs of clients.
• Ensure all proposals are compliant with client requirements and company standards.
• Coordinate with team to gather necessary information for proposal development.
• Manage multiple proposal projects simultaneously, adhering to deadlines and prioritizing tasks effectively.
• Continuously analyse and evaluate the effectiveness of lead generation and proposal writing efforts, making recommendations for improvement.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in lead generation and proposal writing.
• Utilize digital marketing tools and platforms to optimize lead generation campaigns.
• Extend the above responsibilities to some Jali Partners’ clients where applicable.

Must do activities.

• Conduct research to identify potential leads and prospects within target markets.
• Write, edit, and proofread proposals, bids, and pitch documents tailored to the specific needs of clients.
• Coordinate with team to gather necessary information for proposal development.
• Utilize digital marketing tools and platforms to optimize lead generation campaigns.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field. (Must have completed)
• 1 year of experience in lead generation, business development, or sales.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with a strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to craft persuasive proposals and pitch documents.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret data to drive decision-making.
• A proactive and results-oriented mindset, with a drive to exceed targets and deliver high-quality work. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a similar role within the industry (e.g., accounting, auditing, consulting, finance).
• Knowledge of proposal management best practices and industry standards.
• Familiarity with writing tender proposals.