Procurement Audit Specialist

Tetra Tech

  • Киев
  • Постоянная работа
  • Полная занятость
  • 2 д. назад
Tetra Tech is Leading with Science® to deliver transformative energy solutions for clients worldwide. Our work helps people and businesses plug in to reliable electricity, strengthens energy security, and powers resilient economies. We structure finance to drive deals that maximize advanced technologies and promote energy independence. We help create efficient utilities and modern power grids. We promote broad-based economic opportunities in the global energy sector. We improve lives and livelihoods by addressing the critical intersections of energy with health, water, and food security.Project SummaryTetra Tech is providing energy expertise and related technical and material assistance to the Government of Ukraine. This project focuses on enhancing the resilience, reliability, affordability, and security of the electricity, natural gas, and district heating sectors. The scope of work includes addressing immediate challenges and physical damage to energy infrastructure, as well as preparing for Ukraine’s post-war reconstruction and long-term energy security.Position SummaryTetra Tech seeks a Procurement Audit Specialist to plan, coordinate, and execute procurement audit activities. The Specialist will be responsible for verifying procurement documentation, facilitating communication with stakeholders, and traveling across Ukraine conducting site inspections to confirm compliance with contractual requirements. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment.Position Responsibilities
  • Help plan and execute procurement audit activities, including reviewing trackers, selecting samples, scheduling site visits with recipients, and coordinating logistics and security measures.
  • Collect and verify contracts, purchase orders, delivery notes, handover documents, customs documents, and other procurement-related documents.
  • Assist with data entry, tracking, and audit record maintenance in compliance with procurement audit requirements.
  • Liaise with vendors, recipients, and internal teams to obtain clarifications and resolve discrepancies.
  • Conduct field verifications across Ukraine (or remote verifications, when required) to confirm delivery, use of procured goods and services, and compliance with contracts, local legislation, and other requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with procurement policies, regulations, and client guidelines. Identify risks, gaps, or potential irregularities and escalate findings appropriately.
  • Prepare and contribute to audit reports, summaries, and recommendations.
  • Continuously improve procurement audit tools, templates, and methodologies.
  • Provide language assistance to procurement audit managers, ensuring clear communication during field visits and meetings with recipients.
  • Perform other relevant tasks, as required.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, law, business administration, or a related field
  • Minimum of four (4) years of relevant experience in document review and compliance
  • Knowledge of local legislation, procurement regulations, and manuals
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), with ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders across multiple levels
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously; excellent attention to detail
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Advanced language skills in Ukrainian and English
  • Willingness to travel at least monthly to various locations around Ukraine, as required
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and data management tools
Preferred but Not Required Qualifications
  • Master’s degree in engineering, law, business administration, or a related field
Line Management Responsibility: N/APhysical Demands and Work Environment: This position will require regular attendance at the office in Kyiv and will entail frequent travel within Ukraine for interaction with local stakeholders.

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