Utility Human Resources Specialist

Utility Human Resource Specialist – USAID Non-Revenue Water Management Project (NRWMP)

The USAID Non-Revenue Water Management Project (NRWMP), implemented by Tetra Tech International Development (International Development Jobs - Tetra Tech) in the West Bank is currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified candidates for a Utility Human Resource Specialist. This position will be located in the main office in Hebron.

The purpose of this activity is to improve Palestinians’ access to safe, reliable, sustainable, and climate resilient water services through: 1) the development and strengthening of the institutional capacity of the Hebron, Halhul, and Dura water utilities for sustainable, reliable, and climate-resilient water delivery service; 2) the implementation of strategic infrastructure works to support the objective of the activity; 3) the design and implementation of innovative solutions to expand the use of smart water management technologies for efficient, timely, and transparent water management; and 4) the design and implementation of innovative measures and public awareness campaigns to promote effective water governance at the utility and foster social behavioral change toward more efficient and responsible water use practices and trends.

The Utility Human Resource Specialist will report to the Institutional Support Advisor and will have the primary responsibility to support the revision/development of Organization Charts and hiring plans for the three water utilities. This is a full-time position based in Hebron with frequent travel to Halhul and Dura.

Responsibilities:

• Revise and/or develop the Organization Charts for the 3 water utilities to reflect utility optimal structure including vacancies that are required to meet the Service Delivery Improvement Plan (SDIP) requirements utilizing a co-design and co-implementation methodology.
• Support utility HR Managers in developing Job descriptions for vacant positions and identify staffing needs.
• Develop a Hiring Plan for each utility, outlining the steps the water utility should take to identify, prioritize, attract, select, and hire new employees.
• Support WU in developing and implementing effective recruitment strategies to attract top talents.
• Act as an adviser/observer for interviews, assess candidates and support the hiring process and review the Job Descriptions for filled positions.
• Support the 3 WU in developing, implementing, and communicating HR policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with local employment laws and regulations.
• Integrate and ensure the principles of equal employment opportunity practices are followed during the hiring process to promote women employment in municipal water management positions and in utility leadership positions.
• Assist in the development of performance improvement plans as needed.
• Work with faculty supervisors to define and identify opportunities to Support professional development initiatives for WU employees. use a participatory approach, experiential learning, and coaching to strengthen the capacity of partner water utilities.
• Act as a point of contact for WU HR managers inquiries and concerns.
• Develop and contribute to success stories and document lessons learned.
• Perform other tasks as defined by the Institutional Support Advisor.

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Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field.
• Must have at least ten (10) years of professional experience in Organization Development and HR polices in developing countries.
• Proven experience as an HR Specialist, preferably in a utility in the West Bank and experience drafting HR policies and procedures.
• Strong knowledge of HR laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Detail oriented with strong organization and multitasking abilities.
• A demonstrated track record of progressively responsible experience providing leadership to donor projects with similar complexity.
• Proven leadership, organizational, and writing skills.
• Proficient in HRIS and MS Office Suite
• Professional fluency in Arabic and proficiency in English is required.

To be considered applicants must submit the following as part of the on-line process:

• Cover Letter
• CV in reverse chronological format
• Optional-Writing Sample – must be sole authorship, maximum 10 pages

Please indicate where you saw Tetra Tech’s IDS ad posted.

Deadline: 26 January 2024

Apply: [email protected]

Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements listed above will not be considered. Please ensure that all necessary documents are uploaded, as incomplete applications and/or corrupt files may delay processing of your application or remove you from consideration. No phone calls will be accepted.

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Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 550 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. We are an equal opportunity employer: EOE AA/M/F/Vets/Disability. If you need a reasonable accommodation with your application process, contact our Global Talent Operations team.