Joe Zubek

About Joe Zubek

Experienced international development and human resources professional.

Experience

1. Sr Specialist Mgr, Hrbp, Europe & Eurasia and Asia Regions, U s Government Business Line

   Chemonics International

   Oct 2021 — Present

   Global HR:• Provides guidance on local policy interpretation and local labor compliance.• Reviews and guides staff on Cooperating Country National (CCN) Agreements and templates.• Provides guidance on CCN/Field Office hiring, employment, or consultant mechanism questions.• Answers queries related to Global Mobility; dual national hiring and bonuses.• Serves as primary liaison between the Human Resources Division and USG Regional Business Units to disseminate information and coordinate Global HR programs and implementation.Investigations and Performance Management:• Leads investigations of workplace complaints and allegations such as discrimination, harassment, hostile work environment, and policy violations.• Advises PMUs and project office leadership on employment actions for project-office staff to ensure legal compliance with applicable regulations• Coaches and advises staff on solving problems and implementing resolutions for performance management challenges; provides guidance on corrective actions, corporate policy interpretation, and other workplace human resources challenges. New Business:• Helps design, coordinate, and execute strategic initiatives and internal talent management process improvements to better position the USAID business line for success.• Serves in line and mentorship roles for strategic and priority proposals.Talent Management:• Works with business units, practices, new business teams and HR to determine talent needs across the business unit and incorporates into relevant strategies.• Identifies talent gaps and develops workforce planning strategies seeking to enhance and support the productivity, staff development and professional satisfaction of staff.• Promotes staff development through coaching, mentoring, and facilitating professional growth opportunities.

Education

• Moraine Valley Community College

  Associate Degree

  2008 — 2010

• DePaul University

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

  2010 — 2012

• Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies

  Master in International Affairs

  2013 — 2015

Skills

• Editing
• Physical Security
• Communication
• Qualitative Research
• Research
• International Development
• International Relations
• Annual Reports
• Policy Analysis
• Translation
• Political Science
• Policy Research
• French
• American Foreign Policy
• Teamwork
• Public Relations
• Microsoft Office