Business Development Assistant (Gauteng) at BDO South Africa

Description
Primary Purpose of the Job

• We are seeking a dynamic and highly organized Business Development Consultant to support the Head of Business Development Director. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the organizations marketing strategy as well as stakeholder relationships and the execution thereof.  You will play a vital role in creating and maintaining client and stakeholder relationships, driving the growth of the organization through effective brand awareness, strengthening the organizations presence across the nation.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Stakeholder Relationship Management:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with national clients and stakeholders, including government agencies, industry partners, community organizations, and influencers.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders, responding to inquiries and fostering long-term relationships.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure clients and stakeholders’ needs and concerns are addressed efficiently.
• Coordinate stakeholder events, meetings, and conferences to strengthen engagement and collaboration.
• Manage VIP client sheet.

Marketing Strategy & Execution:

• Create and develop marketing material.
• Create and manage digital footprint for the organization which includes design of social media content including all marketing materials, newsletters, brochures, and reports.
• Assist to develop and implement national marketing campaigns to promote the organization’s brand, products, and services.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to design and execute strategies that align with business goals and national outreach objectives.
• Present products and services to clients.

Brand Awareness & Promotion:

• Support the organization in building and maintaining a strong national brand identity.
• Organize and manage national promotional events, webinars, and public relations efforts.
• Ensure consistent messaging across all marketing channels, both online and offline.

Digital Marketing & Media Management:

• LinkedIn Management: Manage and maintain LinkedIn profiles for all directors, ensuring professional representation and engagement.
• Media Profiles: Launch and manage additional media profiles to increase the company’s digital footprint and visibility.
• Website Management: Manage and make necessary changes to the organization’s website, ensuring content is up-to-date and relevant.
• Graphic Design Create visually engaging marketing materials, including graphics for social media posts, email campaigns, and website content.

Research & Analysis:

• Conduct research to understand the needs, interests, and trends of national stakeholders.
• Analyse industry trends, competitor activities, and market conditions to inform marketing strategies.
• Gather and analyse feedback from stakeholders to improve future marketing initiatives and relationship-building efforts.

Administration:

• Drafting of Proposals, Tenders and RFQ’s.
• Managing the leads register, proposals register and cyclic services register.
• Administer the Statucor marketing mailbox.
• Managing the Independence Risk process for all new clients.
• Monitor and analyse success of products and services nationally.
• Monitor success ratio of services via reporting, managing the leads register and proposals register.
• Assist with all additional documentation required from client during negotiation process.

Desired Skills:

• Ability to assist in presenting products and services to clients.
• Diligence in managing content of leads, proposals and reports
• Knowledge of national industry trends and stakeholder expectations.
• Ability to think strategically and creatively to address challenges and drive business growth.

Requirements
Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field. 

Experience

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in marketing / stakeholder relations, or a similar role.

Competencies: Knowledge and Skills

Job Skills and Competencies

• Proven experience in developing and executing organizational marketing materials, products and campaigns.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency in digital marketing tools, social media platforms, and content management systems.
• Proficient in website management and making changes to website content.
• Knowledge of graphic design tools (such as Adobe Creative Suite) is a plus.

Behavioural Competencies

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.

BDO Core Competencies

• Relationships and Collaboration
• Exceptional Client Service
• Business Growth
• Engaging people
• Leadership
• Quality, Risk management and Operational performance