Afarax is looking for a freelance Senior Test Coordinator - GIS Domain. We need you!The project:Our client in the utilites sector, is seeking an experienced Test Coordinator - GIS Domain to strengthen their team.Responsibilites:Test Strategy & GovernanceDefine, maintain and continuously improve the testing strategy in alignment with testing standards and project acceptance criteria.Ensure adequate coverage of both functional and non-functional requirements, including performance, load and security testing.Define entry and exit criteria for all testing phases.Assess testing risks and recommend mitigation actions.Test Planning & CoordinationDefine, organize and coordinate testing activities across all project phases.Establish and maintain detailed test plans, testing schedules and execution roadmaps.Coordinate testing activities involving Business users, Business Analysts, Developers and external stakeholders.Ensure proper preparation of test environments and test data.Monitor dependencies and ensure alignment between project timelines and testing activities.Test Execution ManagementOrganize and supervise test campaigns, including System Integration Testing (SIT), End-to-End Testing (E2E), User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and Regression Testing.Coach and support Business users participating in testing activities.Facilitate test execution sessions and ensure efficient collaboration among all participants.Ensure testing activities are executed according to agreed standards and methodologies.Defect & Quality ManagementMonitor defects throughout their lifecycle and ensure timely resolution.Coordinate defect prioritization together with Project Managers, Business representatives, Business Analysts and Development teams.Ensure traceability between requirements, test cases, execution results and defects.Guarantee the consistency and quality of information maintained within testing tools.Reporting & SteeringDefine and maintain testing KPIs and quality indicators based on ORES standards.Produce clear and actionable reporting for project teams, steering committees and management.Provide visibility on testing progress, risks, defects and quality status.Support decision-making through accurate testing metrics and quality dashboards.Testing Tools & MethodologiesStructure and maintain testing repositories within Quality Center (ALM) and Azure DevOps Test Plans.Promote testing best practices and quality standards across projects.Collaborate with the Testing Lead to continuously improve testing processes, governance and tooling.Is this you?MandatoryProven experience coordinating testing activities on medium to large-scale projects involving testing teams ranging from 5 to 25 people.Strong experience defining and implementing test strategies, test plans, schedules, risk management approaches and quality reporting.Hands-on experience with:HP ALM / Quality CenterAzure DevOps Test PlansProven experience coordinating business testing sessions, including planning, coaching and execution support.Strong knowledge of testing methodologies, processes and best practices.ISTQB Foundation Certification (or equivalent practical expertise).Minimum 6 years of experience in Agile/Scrum, Waterfall (V-Model) and Hybrid project environments.Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.PreferredEnglish level B2 or higher.Experience in Utilities, Energy or Infrastructure sectors.Nice to haveKnowledge of GIS (Geographical Information Systems) environments.Experience with network management, asset management or smart grid-related applications.Personal skillsStrong leadership and coordination capabilities.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and priorities.Structured and detail-oriented approach.Proactive mindset and strong sense of ownership.Autonomous while maintaining excellent team collaboration.Results-oriented with a strong focus on quality and delivery.Excellent communication and facilitation skills.How afarax supports you?You benefit from our extensive networkYou will have access to projects that fit your expertiseWe help and support you throughout your projectWe offer the possibility to build a valuable and lasting partnershipCheck out more projects on: https://afarax.Be/jobs/type/freelance/