Manager - Tender & Bid

Role & responsibilities

1) Government Relations & Fund Release:

- Establish and maintain strong relationships with government departments and officials to ensure smooth project operations.

- Oversee and expedite the process for the release of project funds from government entities, ensuring timely disbursement.

- Ensure the accurate and timely submission of all project-related documentation, including compliance and regulatory requirements, to government bodies.

- Coordinate the timely release of security deposits and bank guarantees, minimizing financial commitments on completed projects.

- Facilitate clear communication with internal teams about fund releases, document approvals, and guarantees, keeping stakeholders updated on project finances.

2) Tendering & Bidding:

- Identify tender opportunities and lead the preparation, submission, and management of compliant bids.

- Ensure adherence to all government regulations and procurement guidelines during the bidding process.

- Engage in negotiations with government entities to secure project approvals and funding.

- Lead the tendering and bidding processes for both Marketing CRR and Marketing NBD departments.

3) Risk Mitigation & Strategy:

- Identify and address bureaucratic or administrative barriers in fund release or project documentation to prevent delays.

- Develop strategies to expedite the release of funds and financial guarantees, reducing holding costs or interest.

- Monitor and mitigate risks in government transactions, ensuring compliance and avoiding penalties or delays.

4) Internal Communication & Reporting:

- Provide regular updates to management on the status of government-related processes, including fund releases, documentation approvals, and security deposits/guarantees.

- Regularly update management on the financial status of government-related transactions, including fund disbursements and guarantee recoveries, for strategic financial planning.

- Strengthen relationships with government bodies to enhance trust and ensure smoother financial transactions and fund releases.

5) Legal Oversight:

- Work with the legal department to ensure all tendering, bidding, and government dealings are legally compliant.

- Ensure that all contractual agreements with government entities, including security deposits, guarantees, and fund releases, are legally sound.

- Assist in resolving any legal challenges or disputes related to government projects and funds.

Preferred candidate profile

1) Strong knowledge of project management, government procurement, and tendering processes.

2) Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.

3) Ability to understand and navigate bureaucratic and regulatory environments.

4) Proficient in the use of tendering platforms, government portals, and financial documentation systems.

5) Ability to influence and build relationships with senior government officials and stakeholders.

Experience

1) 5+ years of experience in government liaisoning, project finance, tendering, and bidding.

2) Demonstrated experience in managing marketing and business development teams, preferably in government-related projects.

3) Proven track record in handling government documentation and fund release processes.

4) Experience in handling government tenders and procurement processes