Janice D. Mcdonald Email & Phone Number

Ottawa, Canada Area

As a proposal writer, I weave professional experience into a compelling story to win new work. I take my time getting to know the client, their strategic plans, and tailoring proposals to their needs, regardless of industry or sector.

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Ottawa, Canada Area

- Conduct in-person and virtual (webex) training sessions on Salesforce (also MS Dynamics) and social media best practices.- Provide guidance to staff on sales methodology from targeting to closing the sale.- Manage key client accounts with account teams- Manage local alumni network- Coordinate regular events for alumni, clients and targets

Ottawa, Canada Area

Managing, reviewing progress and delivering on the clients' projectsLeading internal meetings with the creative and strategy teamsEstablishing relationships with new clients and maintaining and nurturing business relationships with existing clients.Train staff on the use of Microsoft Dynamics CRM system for managing contacts, accounts and opportunitiesDraft proposals and presentations as well as manage the review/editing processDesign material and coordinate logistics for presentations and formatting as requiredDefine and manage a well-defined project management process and champion ongoing processimprovement initiatives to implement best practices Define project scope and schedule while focusing on regular and timely delivery of valueOrganize and lead project status and working meetingsAssist in team development while holding teams accountable for their commitments, removing roadblocks to their work; leveraging organizational resources to improve capacity for project workPromote empowerment of the team, ensure that each team member is fully engaged and encourage a sustainable pace with high-levels of quality for the teamCoordinate and oversee seminars and events: client functions, receptions, charitable sponsorships,promotional events and seminarsArrange event logistics including facilities, food and beverage, transportation, A/V equipment, etc. Establish and maintain positive relationships with vendors, caterers, suppliers, etc.Collaborate with the graphics designer, managing the design, budget and production of graphical materials used for events, advertising and sponsorships

Ottawa

Ottawa, Canada Area

- Coordinated and oversaw seminars and events- Arranged event logistics including facilities, food and beverage, transportation, A/V equipment, etc. - Established and maintained positive relationships with vendors, caterers, suppliers;- Created and managed the design, budget and production of materials used for events and member communications

Ottawa, Ontario

Provided a variety of skills ranging from event coordination, project management, contract management, developing and documenting processes, office operations and facilities management, formatting presentations, scheduling meetings, writing and sending client correspondence, client liaison, providing training and generating reports in respect of PwC’s Client Relationship Management tool and, proofreading and editing proposals.Maintained a strong internal and external network of contacts; works effectively with others who have more expertise in their field.Assisted with hiring, termination, coaching, performance reviews and training of internal staff when required. Lead team meetings, monitor and set priorities when staff require assistance, organize and assign workload to ensure production needs are metOversaw, approved, tracked and coded office and facility expenditures, including office supplies, repairs and maintenance. Managed workspace assignments for all office staff, including organizing clean up for terminations and preparation for new hires, oversaw inventory management of keys, parking allocations, etc.

My role included a variety of items from generic administrative duties to project management of product launches, developing marketing plans, supervision of three staff, etc.

I provided assistance with the proposal practice by complying with branding requirements and meeting tight deadlines with minimal supervision.