Business analyst / product owner (Freelance, no remote)

In order to ensure its continued growth, we are looking for a skilled and motivated BA / PO to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for defining, prioritizing, and overseeing software products that meet both business and customer needs.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, and stakeholders, to ensure that the software application meets the required specifications and delivers high value to users and the business.

You'll be part of a team of several Product Owners/Business Analysts, each of them having the full responsibility for one or more modules of the FOCUS suite, itself part of the i-Police program which represents the police of the future.

Key responsibilities

Product Vision & Strategy:

· Define and communicate a clear product vision, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer needs.

· Create and maintain the project roadmap, ensuring that project features and releases are prioritized based on business objectives and customer feedback.

· Collaborate with key stakeholders to define and refine product strategies and identify opportunities for product innovation.

· Ensure the final solution complies with the i-Police architectural principles & concepts and with the i-Police requirements (incl. capabilities, business processes, information models, interfaces, project management, QA, documentation, services)

Requirements Gathering & Documentation:

· Work closely with stakeholders to gather and document product requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria.

· Define detailed product specifications and ensure alignment with the development and support teams capabilities.

· Ensure that requirements are clear, concise, and prioritized effectively for efficient development and delivery.

Release Management:

· Oversee the planning, scheduling, and coordination of software releases.

· Ensure all releases are tracked, documented, and version-controlled.

· Manage the deployment pipeline from development to production environments.

Coordination:

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Suppliers POs, , operations, QA, etc.) to ensure timely and efficient deployment of releases and installations.

· Ensure that the installation and release processes adhere to project timelines, goals, and budgets.

Cross-functional Collaboration:

· Act as the main point of contact between stakeholders and the development teams.

Product Delivery :

· Ensure timely delivery of product features and releases according to the product roadmap.

· Monitor progress and track performance against deadlines, resolving roadblocks to ensure that deliverables are met.

· Ensure that the product is built in line with agreed-upon specifications, functionality, and user experience requirements and that the final solution does not bring any regression compared to the existing one.

· Act as a liaison towards the supplier organization regarding his/her domain/project activities

Continuous Improvement:

· Evaluate current processes and recommend improvements to streamline installation and release management.

Reporting:

· Report on a weekly basis to management on the status of the product and flag any issues that may arise.

Skills & Qualifications:

· Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

· Proven experience in IT installation, software deployment, and release management.

· Knowledge of IT infrastructure, hardware, software, and network systems is a real asset.

· Experience with release management tools such as Git, or similar.

· Familiarity with Agile , ITIL and DevOps methodologies.

· Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.

· Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Product Management Expertise:

· Good understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies .

· Ability to define clear product requirements, prioritize tasks, and make data-driven decisions.

Communication & Collaboration:

· Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels.

· Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on team collaboration and stakeholder management.

· Experience in leading product discussions, presentations, and product training sessions.

Analytical & Problem-Solving:

· Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret user feedback, market trends, and data to guide product decisions.

· Ability to identify product opportunities, risks, and issues, and take appropriate action to resolve them.

Technical Acumen:

· Familiarity with software development processes and technical concepts, including APIs, databases, and integration points.

Education & Experience:

· At least 10 years of experience in Business analysis

· At least 10 years of experience in Project/Product Management

· A first experience in large public organizations would be an asset

· Good knowledge of business process analysis & modelling techniques

· Mother tongue : FR or NL. Proficiency, both written & oral, in the other national language and in English is a must.