Job Description
Senior Project Assistant – Nature Development Projects
We are looking for an experienced Senior Project Assistant to support the delivery of public-sector nature development and restoration projects. The role combines administrative, technical, legal, and procedural support while coaching project managers and newly onboarded team members.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the initiation and follow-up of preparatory studies (archaeology, ecohydrology, topographical surveys, environmental assessments, etc.).
- Prepare and review technical specifications, tender documents, and procurement files.
- Advise project managers on public procurement procedures and regulatory compliance.
- Assist with the preparation, submission, and follow-up of environmental permit applications.
- Manage procurement processes, evaluation, award documentation, and administrative follow-up.
- Maintain and manage procurement files within the 3P platform.
- Coach project managers and new administrative staff on permits, procurement, and project procedures.
- Support team planning, onboarding activities, and coordination tasks.
Required Experience & Skills
- Minimum 5 years of experience with public procurement procedures.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in project coaching and knowledge transfer.
- Experience preparing technical specifications for nature development or environmental projects.
- Strong knowledge of environmental permits and related legal procedures.
- Experience using the 3P procurement platform.
- Good understanding of project management practices and public-sector regulations.
- Knowledge of ecohydrology is an asset.
Languages
- Native or bilingual proficiency in Dutch.
Location
- Hasselt, Belgium (primary location).
- Occasional travel to Brussels and other locations.
- Hybrid working model with a minimum of 2 days per week onsite.
Contract
- Long-term assignment with possible extensions.
- Interviews scheduled for early July (online or onsite).
