Junior Tender & Business Development Officer

JOB PURPOSE

The Junior Tender & Business Development Officer identifies business opportunities, monitors tender announcements, prepares comprehensive bid documents, coordinates internal and external resources, and manages submissions from opportunity identification through final award follow-up. This role directly supports Spectrum’s growth by maintaining a consistent pipeline of viable commercial opportunities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Tender Identification & Opportunity Monitoring

• Conduct daily searches for tenders, RFQs, RFPs, EOIs, and framework agreements across public, private, and development-partner channels.

• Track government portals, institutional websites, print media, and industry announcement channels.

• Evaluate opportunities against Spectrum’s core capabilities and provide preliminary Go/No-Go recommendations.

• Maintain an updated tender opportunity database, pipeline tracker, and submission calendar.

2. eGP System Management

• Actively monitor the Ethiopian Government Electronic Procurement Portal (eGP) to source notices, download documents, and track addenda.

• Support profile maintenance and document uploads on electronic procurement systems.

• Prepare and complete electronic tender submissions accurately prior to official deadlines.

3. Tender Document Review & Preparation

• Analyze tender documents and compile detailed compliance matrices and checklists.

• Gather company credentials, administrative legal documents, tax registrations, and financial statements.

• Coordinate with technical teams, management, finance, and external suppliers to obtain specifications, compliance sheets, and cost estimates.

• Compile administrative, technical, and commercial bid packages for management review and final approval.

4. Submission & Follow-up

• Execute physical or electronic tender submissions before deadlines, ensuring proper signing, stamping, and organization.

• Retain submission confirmations and follow up on bid openings, clarification requests, and evaluation results.

• Summarize outcomes and debrief management on awarded or unsuccessful tenders.

5. Supplier & Business Development Support

• Request and compare supplier quotations, technical datasheets, catalogs, warranties, and delivery schedules.

• Maintain supplier contact databases and business partner records.

• Support the updating of company capability profiles, proposals, and expressions of interest.

• Prepare weekly and monthly reports on pipeline status, qualified bids, submission rates, and contract wins.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Marketing, Management, Engineering, or a related field. (Fresh graduates with strong organizational skills are encouraged to apply).

• Experience: 0–2 years of experience in tender preparation, procurement, business development, or administrative coordination.

• eGP Familiarity: Direct experience or practical exposure to the Ethiopian Government Electronic Procurement Portal (eGP) is a strong advantage.

• Technical Skills:

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.

  • Ability to read and interpret technical specifications and commercial documents.

  • Knowledge of Ethiopian procurement practices and public sector tender workflows.

• Languages: Full professional proficiency in written and spoken English and Amharic.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• High attention to detail, accuracy, and thoroughness.

• Excellent time management with a proven ability to meet strict deadlines.

• Proactive research capabilities and strong organizational habits.

• High ethical standards, integrity, and confidentiality.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Structured career progression toward Tender & Business Development Specialist.

• Hands-on exposure to high-scale infrastructure tenders across telecom, energy, and ICT.

• Dynamic work environment with cross-functional mentorship.