Job Description

Job Locations CA-ON-Toronto | CA-BC-Victoria | CA-BC-Vancouver | CA-AB-Calgary | CA-AB-Edmonton | CA-MB-Winnipeg | CA-SK-Regina | CA-SK-Saskatoon | CA-ON-London | CA-ON-Waterloo | CA-ON-Guelph | ...

Posted Date 9 hours ago(10/14/2022 4:23 PM)

Job ID 2022-18997

# Positions 1

Job Type Full Time

Years of Experience 2

Job Industry Business and Professional Services, Management Consulting, Technology Services

Putting people first, every day

BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.

Your opportunity

BDO Canada is looking for a Bids & Proposals Coordinator to join the Consulting team on an initial one year contract basis, with a strong possibility of transitioning into a full-time permanent position after the initial contract term. The individual will have the ability to work remotely from anywhere in Canada and will own the following responsibilities:

• Coordinating proposal website searches across all public sector tender sites working collaboratively with other team members located across the country
• Manage centralized inbox in a timely manner, distributing opportunities efficiently
• Creating proposal response templates, formatting proposal responses using proposal automation software (and Word) in accordance with established style and content requirements
• Assisting with strategic operational activities; e.g., participating in Go/No-Go discussions to determine if an opportunity warrants pursuit, and pro-actively integrating strategic objectives into your work
• Coordinating proposal process meetings such as facilitating proposal kick-off meetings, managing proposal trackers complying with our quality management processes
• Gathering reusable proposal content by identifying sources of information and managing review process in proposal software
• Support proposal printing, assembly, mailing / shipping as needed
• Meet deadlines by establishing priorities and target dates for information gathering, meetings, approvals, etc.

How do we define success for your role?

• You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspect of your work: Integrity, Respect and Collaboration
• You understand your client's industry, challenges, and opportunities; client describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high quality work
• You identify, recommend, and are focused on effective service delivery to your clients
• You share in an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains & attracts talent
• You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace
• You grow your expertise through learning and professional development.

Your experience and education

• Previous experience in proposal writing
• Minimum of 2-5 years of proven and progressive experience or equivalent including strong knowledge of the RFP process
• Bachelor degree in Marketing, Business, English, Arts, Communications or a related field or equivalent experience
• Exceptional interpersonal skills - interacts successfully with all levels of staff - partners, managers, and clients with a positive, enthusiastic attitude
• Well-developed writing skills, particularly with drafting business proposals and marketing materials
• Bilingual (English & French) seen as an asset
• Graphic design skills and experience seen as an asset
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations and conditions while under tight timelines
• Self-starter that can work independently with minimal oversight along with a proactive service attitude and willingness to take a "hands on and can do" approach
• Strong proficiency with common productivity software including PowerPoint, Excel and Word and other proposal based tools

Why BDO?

Our people-first approach to talent has earned us a spot among . This recognition is a milestone we're thrilled to add to our collection of awards for both experienced and student talent experiences.

Our firm is committed to providing an environment where you can be successful in the following ways:

• We enable you to engage with how we change and evolve, being a key contributor to the success and growth of BDO in Canada.
• We help you become a better professional within our services, industries, and markets with extensive opportunities for learning and development.
• We support your achievement of personal goals outside of the office and making an impact on your community.

Giving back adds up: Where company meets community. BDO is actively involved in our communities by supporting local charity initiatives. We support staff with local and national events where you will be given the opportunity to contribute to your community.

Total rewards that matter: We pay for performance with competitive total cash compensation that recognizes and rewards your contribution. We provide flexible benefits from day one, and a market-leading personal time off policy. We're committed to supporting your overall wellness beyond working hours, and provide reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle.

Everyone counts: We believe every employee should have the opportunity to participate and succeed without barriers. Through leadership by our Chief Inclusion, Equity and Diversity Officer, we are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, equity, and diversity. We recognize and celebrate the valuable differences among each of us, including race, religious beliefs, physical or mental disabilities, age, place of origin, marital status, family status, gender or gender identity and sexual orientation. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, .

Hybrid new normal: As a hybrid workplace, all BDO personnel are expected to spend some of their time working in the office, at the client site, and remotely unless accommodations or alternative work arrangements are in place. To protect the health and safety of our people, clients, and communities, we require all partners and employees to be COVID-19 fully vaccinated in order to enter a BDO office. Individuals that cannot be fully vaccinated with a Health Canada approved vaccine due to medical reasons or another protected ground under Human Rights legislation may request an accommodation.

Ready to make your mark at BDO? Click "Apply now" to send your up-to-date resume to one of our Talent Acquisition Specialists.

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