Proposal Writer- Durban

HyperionDev; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading development firm in Durban is seeking a skilled Proposal Writer to manage high-quality proposals for government tenders. The ideal candidate will have a background in Communications and at least 2 years of experience in writing. Responsibilities include developing tailored proposals and ensuring compliance with all requirements. If you excel in research and communication, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in journalism, editing, or creative writing.
• Exceptional communication skills to present business rationales.
• Ability to manage multiple projects while balancing various tasks.

Responsibilities

• Identify and respond to opportunities in government tenders.
• Develop comprehensive proposal responses for public sector clients.
• Manage the end-to-end proposal process ensuring compliance.

Skills

Proposal writing

Research skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Tertiary qualification in Communications, Marketing, PR, or related

Job description

Job title : Proposal Writer- Durban

Job Location : KwaZulu-Natal, Durban

Deadline : October 25, 2025

About the Role

• We are looking for a skilled Proposal Writer to join our team. You will be responsible for managing and writing high-quality proposals in response to government and public sector tenders, ensuring that all requirements and compliance standards are met. You will work closely with various specialists across teams to craft tailored, compelling proposals that align with the strategic goals of the organisation.
• Collaborating with other teams, you will analyse the requirements and specifications for tenders, ensuring that proposals are accurate, compliant, and competitive. Strong research skills, attention to detail, and an ability to translate technical information into clear, persuasive content are critical.
• You should also be adept at producing well-structured, polished documents, presentations, and visuals that meet high professional standards.
• Please note that this is a full time position.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with leadership and with your peers to identify and respond to opportunities in government and public sector tenders.
• Develop comprehensive proposal responses tailored to the specific requirements of government and public sector clients.
• Manage the end-to-end proposal process for public sector submissions, ensuring compliance with all tender requirements.
• Build and maintain a library of reusable content for future government and public sector proposal submissions.
• Create and refine presentations and supporting materials for government tender submissions.
• Lead or contribute to initiatives aimed at improving the efficiency and quality of the proposal writing process.
• Conduct thorough research on government standards, industry regulations, and public sector trends to inform proposal strategy.
• Interview technical subject matter experts to gather detailed information for proposal content and ensure accuracy.

Requirements

Minimum :

• At least 2 years of experience in journalism, editing, or creative writing.
• A tertiary qualification in Communications, Marketing, PR, or a related discipline.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to clearly present business rationales in proposals.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to multitask, balancing research projects, data analysis, and coordination with the executive team.

Preferred :

• At least 2 years of experience writing bid proposals in the private or public sector.
• Proven ability to effectively manage a high volume of commercial tenders with varying deadlines.
• Strong knowledge of bid writing principles and the ability to translate complex information across a wide range of subject matters.
• A track record of winning proposals within highly competitive markets.