Bidding Assistant – Tenders – Outple

Job Description

Role Overview

Outple is looking for an organised professional to identify and prepare tender opportunities for a client delivering commercial cleaning services in Malawi. This junior, hands-on position involves searching for public and private sector tenders, reviewing procurement documents, and compiling complete submission packages under supervision.

Key Responsibilities

The chosen candidate will regularly monitor procurement notices and portals, maintain opportunity trackers, and organise required company records and certificates. Duties include completing standard tender forms, formatting submission documents, checking all requirements prior to final delivery, and keeping organised electronic archives. Additional tasks involve participating in site visits or briefings, tracking submission outcomes, and collaborating internally to gather necessary data.

Candidate Requirements

Applicants should possess practical familiarity with procurement documents, bids, or proposals, ideally backed by six to twelve months of relevant experience. Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in using email, internet browsers, and Microsoft Office tools alongside strong written English proficiency. While a relevant diploma or certificate in business administration, procurement, or marketing is advantageous, a degree is not mandatory. Experience working with corporate, NGO, or government tenders will serve as an added advantage for interested applicants.

How to Apply

Submit your CV along with a short message detailing your tender or bid experience, your personal contributions to the process, the approximate number of tenders you have worked on, your current location, and your availability to start.

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