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Dutch Government IT Staffing: How to Get In Smart

Practical guide: which brokers work with which ministry, how the chain works, and how to position yourself smartly as a BI freelancer.

Last updated: 2026-03-28

The chain: how it really works

The Dutch government almost never hires IT professionals directly. There is always a chain between you and the client, and every link takes a margin.

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About the author — Peter Heijnen is a data and process specialist with 20 years of experience at multinationals. He runs business-intelligence.info and helps companies with planning, reporting and automation through BPA.