Senior Project Assistant – Nature Development Projects

Overview

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).