Technical Writer IT Expert for Government Procurement

As an IT Technical Expert for government procurement, you will provide essential IT technical support throughout the procurement process:

• Conduct market analysis of existing and future solutions from camera manufacturers and integrators.
• Determine operational and technical needs of the Integrated Police and its partners.
• Develop technical requirements and suggest SLAs.
• Assist in drafting selection and award criteria.

All activities must comply with legal frameworks surrounding public procurement, emphasizing transparency, objectivity, and equal treatment.

Main Tasks:

• Organize IT workshops to identify user needs and partner requirements.
• Coordinate technical input from the DRI (ANPR and sensor program, infrastructure and systems division, architecture, development, etc.).
• Conduct market analysis, including site visits to specialized firms and digital application fairs.
• Facilitate information exchange and collaboration with various (government) partners of the ANPR team and the integrated police.
• Prepare and lead meetings and presentations (e.g., information sessions for firms, Q&A sessions, etc.).
• Support administrative files.

Additional Tasks:

• Monitor current contracts and performance in line with applicable specifications for various IT applications.
• Develop a planning schedule for each new specification based on validated parameters, considering dependencies and risks.
• Report on the progress of various files, including issues, bottlenecks, risks, and propose alternatives and mitigations.
• Ensure knowledge and information transfer (SharePoint, Confluence, etc.).

• At least 5+ years of hands-on experience in drafting and monitoring public procurement in IT.
• Strong knowledge of IT (software, hardware) and connectivity, as well as relevant KPIs and SLAs.
• Familiarity with Belgian and European legislation regarding public procurement in the public sector.
• Understanding of traffic safety issues and police tasks, with insight into data protection and police data challenges.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Fluent in French or Dutch, with strong passive knowledge of the other language.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to facilitate collaboration among various stakeholders.
• Proactive and capable of working according to strategic agreements.
• Planning ability and experience in reporting.
• Able to quickly switch between different topics and adapt to changing priorities.
• Discretion and a diplomatic approach., * Ervaring binnen de overheid - Level: Junior - Most recent: Any time
• Ervaring in het opstellen van overheidsopdrachten - Level: Confirmed - Most recent: Any time
• Ervaring in het opvolgen van SLAs - Level: Junior - Most recent: Any time
• Formuleren van technische specificaties - Level: Confirmed - Most recent: Any time
• Marktanalyse - Level: Junior - Most recent: Any time
• Opzetten van IT workshops - Level: Confirmed - Most recent: Any time

Language requirements:

Dutch or French Level Native English Level Active knowledge