Senior Human Resource Specialist
Tetra Tech is powering a just energy transition for all. We are Leading with Science® to advance the clean energy projects and policies the world needs to achieve climate and decarbonization goals. We help create sustainable utilities and modern power grids. We promote equality and inclusivity in the global energy sector. We work with governments, policy planners, investors, power project developers, and international development agencies to increase energy access, strengthen energy security, and power economies.
Tetra Tech is implementing the recently awarded five-year USAID Securing Power, Advancing Resilience & Connectivity Activity (SPARC), which will provide strategic technical and procurement assistance to the Government of Ukraine (GOU), focusing on enhancing the resilience, reliability, affordability, and security of the electricity, natural gas, and district heating sectors. This includes addressing the challenges posed by the current war, as well as preparing for future post-war reconstruction in Ukraine.
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Position responsibilities
Tetra Tech is seeking a Senior Human Resource Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will support the Senior Human Resource & Operation Manager in various HR functions including recruitment, personnel management, onboarding, compensation and benefits, training, and employee relations. Additionally, the candidate will ensure that all HR policies, procedures, and programs are consistently administered in alignment with project and client goals, and in compliance with professional standards and local labor laws. This full-time position is initially for a 1-year term, with the possibility of extension.
* Please note: Only Ukrainian nationals are encouraged to apply for this position. *
Position responsibilities
- Work closely with Senior Human Resource & Operations Manager to ensure all HR related issues are promptly addressed and resolved.
- Oversee the recruitment process to ensure that all observed procedures and paperwork are in compliance with Tetra Tech and USAID procedures and policies.
- To ensure all human resources policies, procedures, and programs are consistently administered and in line with project and Tetra Tech Corporate Policies and in compliance with local labor law.
- Support the HR team on new hire approvals; and ensure that all paperwork is prepared and submitted for Home Office review promptly and accurately.
- Oversee and administer the military register of the Project’s male staff, receiving exemptions from mobilization, and work with legal counsels on the exemption from mobilization and other labor related matters.
- Assist in managing the annual performance appraisals.
- Conduct staff onboarding and participate in exit interviews for new joiners and departing local employees.
- Support in managing the daily office operations, as needed.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in HR, Business Administration, Finance, Legal, and/or other relevant fields;
- 3-5 years of relevant experience in HR.
- HR experience in USAID and/or other multi-lateral donor projects is a plus.
- Knowledge of Ukrainian labor laws and practices.
- Fluency in Ukrainian and proficiency in English required.
- Excellent writing and communication skills, able to communicate complex information and deliver verbal and written messages effectively.
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment; Excellent written and oral communication skills;
- Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to be a Self-starter and be accountable for any assigned work.
- Must be able to manage several tasks simultaneously and re-prioritize as necessary.
- Must work effectively under tight deadlines, both independently and as a team member.
- Must be able to produce accurate and complete documents in a timely manner.
- Excellent computer skills, especially on Microsoft Office Suite.
- Committed attitude to work and desire to learn and progress career in HR in international technical assistance projects.
Physical demands & work environment
- Possible occasional business travels.
Project opportunity
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 470 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees—27,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.
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Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among Tetra Tech’s core values. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties. Please visit our website at www.tetratech.com to see the array of diverse services and exciting projects we are currently working on.
Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
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