HR Manager (Full-Time)

US State Department Monitoring, Evaluation and Audit Services for Reporting (MEASURE) in Ukraine Project,

Kyiv, Ukraine

Company Profile: 

Management Systems International (MSI), a Tetra Tech Company, is a Washington, D.C. metro area management consultancy with a 40-year history of delivering results for our clients. Our expertise is in the fields of monitoring and evaluation; democracy and governance; peace and stability; rule of law and accountability; education; gender and inclusion; strategic communications; and leadership and organizational development. MSI has implemented projects in 90 countries around the world such as Colombia, Indonesia, Jordan, Kenya, Mexico, Nigeria, Pakistan, Syria and Ukraine, and works domestically. We support clients ranging from the U.S. Government (e.g., the U.S. Agency for International Development, U.S. Department of Defense, U.S. Departments of State and Labor, and the Millennium Challenge Corporation) to large bilateral and multilateral donors (e.g., the World Bank and the United Nations Development Program). We also work with national and local governments, nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), think tanks, foundations and universities. For more information, please visit our website at www.msiworldwide.com.        

Project Summary: 

The U.S. State Department-funded Monitoring, Evaluation and Audit Service for Ukraine (MEASURE) project will provide support to the Office of the U.S. Assistance Coordinator for Europe, Eurasia and Central Asia (EUR/ACE) to oversee multiple areas of effort of non-humanitarian and non-military support for Ukraine and ensure the funds are directed toward the foreign policy and foreign assistance objectives for which they are intended. Monitoring data will be analyzed and reported to all US Government (USG) partners involved in Ukraine assistance, Congress, and others. It will be used to make judgments as to the effectiveness of programs to meet USG foreign assistance objectives. Also, MEASURE will support US Government partners in having systems and frameworks in place to monitor the effectiveness of the assistance.

**Please note: Ukrainian citizenship required for this position**

Position Summary:

The Human Resources (HR) Manager is a strategic role that involves providing input for effective planning and management within the MEASURE office in Ukraine. Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, the HR Manager will oversee all human resources functions and work closely with project staff and partner organizations to contribute to the success of MEASURE.

Responsibilities:

• Support the Operations Manager in ensuring the efficient staffing and operations of the MEASURE office in coordination with the home office (HO) and project staff.
• Advise on project HR matters, taking into account Ukrainian labor laws, USG regulations, and MSI policies.
• Overseeing the program's administrative systems, processes, and resources, ensuring compliance with best practices and relevant regulations.
• Managing the recruitment process, which involves posting vacancy notices online, reviewing CVs, scheduling interviews with potential candidates, coordinating interview questions and feedback, and maintaining all documentation related to the process and candidate information.
• Plan and conduct orientation and induction programs for all new staff members, ensuring they are familiar with MEASURE's policies and procedures. Staff training will also be overseen when necessary to support employee development.
• Collaborate with the MSI HO team in finalizing staff agreements and contract extensions.
• Work with the Accountant to ensure accurate payroll processing and adherence to MEASURE's staff timesheet procedures.
• Manage local employee benefits and ensure all MSI employees have appropriate health and insurance coverage.
• Administer annual performance management and merit processes, including coaching and documentation.
• Perform other tasks assigned by the Operations Manager and Field Team Leader.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of relevant experience, preferably at a multinational company, required.
• Master's degree in personnel management or related fields.
• Experience with donor-funded projects in Ukraine, USAID/USG-funded projects is preferred
• Strong understanding of employment laws and regulations.
• Experience in recruitment and hiring processes, staff performance evaluation
• Ability to work in an organized manner, meet deadlines, and work both individually and in a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with all levels of staff and consultants, international personnel
• Hardworking and committed to strong ethical standards
• Excellent written and spoken English is required. Proficiency in Ukrainian is highly desirable.

At MSI Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our success. MSI Tetra Tech’s employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including health orders and regulations related to COVID-19 that are mandated by local, state and federal authorities.

MSI is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We strive to develop and maintain a culture that honors the perspectives and identities of our employees, our communities and those impacted by our work. 

We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

MSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities/Veterans Employer.

Reasonable Accommodations:

MSI is dedicated to hiring an inclusive workforce. If you would like to request reasonable accommodations during the application process, please email [email protected] with “Reasonable Accommodations” in the title. Our recruitment team looks forward to engaging in an interactive process to provide reasonable accommodations for candidates.

Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

To apply: Please visit our website HR-manager-measure