IT Procurement Specialist

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Job Summary: FCCN is recruiting an IT Procurement Specialist to join the Procurement Team within the Planning and Control area, contributing to the national educational ecosystem. Key Highlights: 1. Integrate a large-scale project with impact on the future of education 2. Inclusive and innovative work environment focused on gender equality 3. Integration into a young and dynamic team with a relaxed atmosphere The **FCCN – Digital Services for Education**, a unit of the **AGSE – Agency for the Management of the Educational System**, is seeking an **IT Procurement Specialist** to join the **Procurement** team in the **Planning and Control** area. With the mission to develop and operate digital services supporting the national educational ecosystem, FCCN – Services for Education aims to build a modern, efficient, and technologically advanced infrastructure capable of meeting the real needs of schools and their professionals. At FCCN Education, we believe gender equality is fundamental to creating an inclusive and innovative work environment. We commit to promoting equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of gender, identity, or expression, ensuring that each application is evaluated fairly and transparently. If you seek to join a large-scale project with technological impact on the future of education, this opportunity is for you. Join us and contribute to transforming the Portuguese educational system. **Responsibilities** * Plan and execute procurement and public procurement processes in the IT domain; * Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, notably the Public Contracts Code (PCC), and internal regulations; * Draft terms of reference and manage tender procedures; * Ensure publication, processing, and management of procedures on electronic public procurement platforms; * Monitor contracts and ensure compliance with contractual clauses; * Track performance indicators (KPIs) and report to senior management; * Coordinate audits and implement corrective actions when necessary; * Promote efficiency, sustainability, and resource optimization practices in procurement processes; * Liaise with judicial and administrative entities, including the Agency for State Technological Reform, I.P. (ARTE), Diário da República, Official Journal of the European Union, BASE Portal, and Court of Auditors; * Process requests for multi-year financial commitments and budget reprogramming, as well as draft responses to clarification requests from supervisory authorities. **Requirements** * Bachelor’s degree in Law, with experience in IT procurement and public procurement; * Minimum 3 years’ experience managing acquisition procedures in public procurement contexts; * Solid knowledge of public procurement and the Public Contracts Code (PCC); * Proven experience using electronic public procurement platforms; * Experience in planning and managing tender procedures; * Ability to draft and validate terms of reference in the IT domain; * Proven experience using electronic public procurement platforms; * Solid knowledge of IT solutions and services. Behavioral Competencies * Analytical thinking and evidence-based decision-making; * Sense of responsibility, ethics, and integrity; * Results orientation and attention to detail; * Ability to coordinate and manage priorities; * Clear communication with technical and legal departments; * Autonomy and ability to work effectively in demanding environments. Additional Valued Competencies and Knowledge * Certified training in public procurement and the Public Contracts Code (PCC); * Training in IT procurement and contract management; * Experience in public service missions or large-scale organizations; * Project management knowledge. **Benefits** * Join a young and dynamic team with a relaxed atmosphere, where we value closeness and team spirit; * Hybrid work arrangement; * Continuous training aimed at your professional development; * Access to a campus in Lisbon with free parking, welcoming and well-located; * Various internal initiatives to foster interaction and camaraderie among staff; * Option to enroll in ADSE (Portuguese National Health Service); * Staff canteen; * Management by objectives.