Proposal and Tender Specialist

About UsMonash College is the preferred pathway to Monash University for international students; renowned for excellence in pre-university education. People are at the heart of what we do and are critical to our mission of transforming lives as students transition to Monash University and professional employment. We have established an exciting new Future Skills business unit who will work closely with the College's existing Industry and Education teams, as well as Monash University to develop and deliver a range of programs aligned to corporate clients in both graduate effectiveness and general skills development.With the current emphasis on micro-credentials and enhancing digital skills, Future Skills aims to address shortages of trained staff in emerging technologies and future workforce needs. About your next roleThe Proposal and Tender Specialist role involves researching and understanding clients' needs, interpreting tender documents and collaborating across teams to develop compelling proposals that showcase our capabilities and competitive edge.As a key contributor to our growth, the Proposal and Tender Specialist plays a vital part in our mission to secure and deliver outstanding projects while fostering lasting client relationships.Key Responsibilities: Develop, lead and manage tender and proposal submissions to ensure all tender submissions are created on time, within budget and in compliance with institute policy Develop strategic & concise project mandates, business cases, project plans and response documents according to defined criteria of individual and complex tenders Manage the development of key messages for each tender/submission, ensuring these are effectively and consistently included to align the operational activities within the specialist area Manage the development and growth of Monash College submissions to ensure strategic viability and sustainability of the area Review pricing and cost build ups including all fixed and variable cost elements for varying commercial arrangements Provide mentorship to other members in the Business Development team to ensure professionalism of operational and developmental activities Position Description can be viewed here. Your background and experienceYour recent experience in a Bid Manager/Tender position will see you hit the ground running. Ideally you will have: Experience with the Australian Vocational Education system and relevant work experience demonstrating exceptional writing skills to articulate proposals, bids and Tenders Robust in writing government tenders and project proposals with a focus on commercial outcomes Demonstrated ability to support the use of new technology and develop skills to master new technologies Excellent track record in identifying funding opportunities Positive results in partnership management and networks with relevant internal and external stakeholders Attention to detail and demonstrated commitment to achieving quality outcomes and adherence to documentation procedures Demonstrated ability to apply project management methodology to achieve stated objectives Our benefitsWe offer a range of benefits including: Access to personalised training and development programs Conveniently located in the heart of Docklands - just 400 metres from Southern Cross station and with a tram stopping right at our doorstep State-of-the-Art Facilities in a contemporary building with modern amenities, including a wellness room, multifaith space, premium coffee machines, EAP, volunteer leave and spacious office areas To ApplyIf this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, then please do not delay and submit your application with your CV and 1 page covering letter by clicking APPLY. Monash College is committed to enabling, and recruiting for, a flexible and inclusive working environment. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every single criteria requirement in this role. You might still be the right candidate for this role, or be a great fit for another role at the College.Should you require any specific support or adjustments throughout the recruitment process and beyond, please advise us and we'll be happy to assist.In accordance with our commitment to the safety and wellbeing and rights of children and young people, all employees must hold a valid Working with Children