Job Description

**Position Summary**
We are looking for a proactive and detail-focused Business Development Intern to assist in our business growth efforts. The intern will help with tender and proposal submissions, keep business development records organized, support client engagement initiatives, attend networking events, and provide administrative assistance to the Business Development team.

This position provides valuable insights into business development, sales processes, tender management, client relationship management, and strategic partnerships.

**Key Responsibilities**

**Tender & Proposal Administration**
- Aid in the preparation and compilation of tender documents, proposals, pre-qualification submissions, and required supporting materials.
- Organize the gathering of necessary company documents, certifications, and supporting information for tender submissions.
- Ensure compliance of tender submissions with client requirements and deadlines.
- Maintain a well-organized archive of tender documents, templates, and submission records.
- Monitor tender opportunities and submission timelines.

**Business Development Support**
- Perform basic market research on potential clients, industries, and competitors.
- Assist in identifying potential business opportunities and partnerships.
- Keep client databases, CRM records, and business development trackers updated.
- Support the creation of presentations, company profiles, and marketing materials.

**Client Meeting Support**
- Accompany business development team members to meetings with prospective clients.
- Take precise notes during meetings and prepare official meeting minutes.
- Document essential discussions, action points, opportunities, and follow-up tasks.
- Assist in coordinating follow-up actions post-meetings.

**Networking & Events**
- Engage in industry networking events, conferences, exhibitions, and seminars.
- Professionally represent the company during interactions with potential clients and partners.
- Collect market intelligence and contact details from networking opportunities.
- Draft event summaries and follow-up action reports.

**Administrative Duties**
- Help schedule meetings and coordinate appointments.
- Prepare management reports and status updates.
- Keep organized records of business development activities and client interactions.
- Support various business development and marketing initiatives as needed.

**Learning Opportunities**
The intern will gain hands-on experience in:
- Tender and proposal management
- Business development processes
- B2B client engagement
- Sales pipeline management
- Market research and analysis
- Professional networking
- Corporate communication
- Strategic partnership development

Job Requirements

Education

• Currently enrolled in a Diploma or Bachelor's Degree program in:
• Business Administration
• Marketing
• Entrepreneurship
• Management
• Communications
• Economics
• Or a related discipline

Skills & Competencies

Essential

• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.
• Strong organizational and documentation capabilities.
• Capability to take precise and comprehensive meeting notes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Meticulous attention to detail with the capacity to handle multiple tasks.
• Confident and professional interpersonal abilities.
• Eager to participate in client meetings and networking events.
• Adept at working both independently and collaboratively within a team.

Preferred

• Knowledge of tendering or proposal development processes.
• Experience with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems.
• Basic understanding of business development or sales techniques.
• Involvement in student organizations, events, or networking initiatives.

Personal Attributes

• Self-driven and proactive.
• Professional and reliable.
• Inquisitive with a strong desire to learn.
• Commendable work ethic accompanied by a positive disposition.
• Comfortable engaging with professionals and prospective clients.
• Capable of maintaining confidentiality regarding business information.

Skills