GIS Specialist & Project Preparation Officer

About the Role In short: As a GIS specialist and project preparation officer, you will contribute to drought mitigation projects in rural areas, design and prepare water system measures, and collaborate with specialists and stakeholders within the Haarvaten op Peil (HOP) program. Assignment Description Within the Haarvaten op Peil (HOP) program, Waterschap Vechtstromen is working to increase freshwater availability and reduce the impacts of drought on the High Sand Regions in Eastern Netherlands. To implement HOP, the program leverages the Bosgroepen Oost Nederland, a cooperative members’ organization with a unique position of trust among private landowners and estate owners in the region. Engaging the Bosgroepen effectively within HOP is therefore crucial to maintaining support and ensuring smooth implementation of drought mitigation measures. The team consists of a project manager, ecologist, cultural-technical advisor/project preparation officer, and a GIS specialist. Requirements Contract Type: ZZP (or secondment) CV Format: PDF CV Language: Dutch Motivation Letter: Mandatory Minimum 5 years of recent experience as a cultural-technical advisor; Extensive experience with water system projects in rural areas; A positive, critical, and proactive mindset; Experience in all phases of projects: design, preparation, and realization; Experience addressing drought-related issues in projects; Experience engaging in discussions and negotiations with stakeholders. Preferences No additional preferences. Additional Information Extension Option: Yes, extension is possible. Interview Date: Unknown. Contract Type: ZZP (or secondment). About the Client Waterschap Vechtstromen is a water board responsible for water management in the regions of the Regge, Vecht, and Dinkel rivers. Its responsibilities include water level management, water quality, and flood protection in this area. Waterschap Vechtstromen ensures water is managed sustainably and prevents issues such as waterlogging and drought. It collaborates with other parties to guarantee sustainable water management in the region. The closing date for this assignment is the hard deadline set by our client. To effectively support your application, we need at least one working day to review and finalize all documents together. If you are interested in this assignment and confident in your strong match, please apply immediately! In addition to a current, assignment-focused CV, we always request a concise personal motivation letter (including responses to each requirement and preference) and an indicative hourly rate or monthly salary. Based on this information, we can get started right away! We will contact you to go over all further details and establish clear agreements.