***This posting is for an independent consultant. No offers of full-time nor part-time employment with Tetra Tech will be made for this position.***Tetra Tech provides best-in-class energy consulting services for clients worldwide. Our work advances clean energy to achieve climate and decarbonization goals, creates sustainable utilities and modern grids, and promotes gender equality and economic inclusivity at the energy nexus. The Energy Security Project (ESP) is a seven-year project funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the largest USAID project in Ukraine so far. The USAID ESP is implemented by a USAID Contractor, Tetra Tech ES, Inc., a California-based leading provider of services in the areas of water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. The USAID ESP mission is to enhance Ukraine’s energy security, improve the energy legal and regulatory environment in the country, and increase the resilience of Ukraine’s energy supply. This will help to support the country’s economic development and sustain its democracy. USAID ESP is working closely with the Government of Ukraine (GOU) to develop competitive energy markets. By doing so, USAID ESP will facilitate private sector-led energy investments to provide affordable, reliable, resilient, and secure energy for all Ukrainians. USAID ESP is currently in the fifth year of implementation and will run through June 2025.Project opportunityUnited Kingdom and Europe Teams and ClientsPosition & job purpose: Tetra Tech is seeking an independent consultant to provide expert guidance and advice on the implementation of the EU gas acquis and how it may be adapted and implemented within Ukraine's gas sector. This is an independent consulting engagement estimated to be about 365 days with the possibility of extension for another term. The approximate commitment is 4 hours per day. Scope: Regulatory Expertise: Serve as the project's key expert on EU gas market acquis – the regulations, directives and network codes, including balancing, capacity allocation, tariffs, security of supply, unbundling and governance. Provide insights into best practices and lessons learned from EU implementation of the ‘third package’ to inform the development of regulatory frameworks in Ukraine.Implementation Strategies: Develop tailored strategies for implementing specific aspects of the EU gas market acquis within Ukraine's gas sector. Identify potential challenges and opportunities and offer solutions to address them effectively. This will be done in close cooperation with ESP’s Ukrainian experts and key stakeholders such as Ministry of Energy, the Energy Regulator, Naftogaz and the Gas TSO of Ukraine.Policy Alignment: Collaborate with the project team and relevant Ukrainian authorities to assess existing gas market reform policies and identify areas that require better alignment with EU standards. Propose recommendations for policy adjustments to promote convergence with the EU approach.Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with key stakeholders across a wide spectrum in Ukraine, including government agencies, regulatory bodies, energy operators, and industry associations. Foster collaborative relationships and provide technical advice to support the adoption of EU best practices.Capacity Building: Develop and support training programs for Ukrainian energy sector professionals to enhance their understanding of EU gas market acquis. Empower local stakeholders to implement and enforce the measures effectively.Market Analysis: Support gap analyses of Ukraine's gas market to identify areas that would benefit from amendments to better align with EU practices. Provide insights to inform decision-making processes, including commentary on how the EU developed its own approach, why certain decisions were made and why certain outcomes and approaches may be adopted in Ukraine.Act as an expert advisor to ESP during bilateral and multilateral stakeholders, supporting ESP’s positions with beneficiaries and the donor community. Evaluate the quality of ESP’s deliverables related to EU policy and regulation alignment.Actively utilize your EU regulatory network to bring insights and contacts relevant to ESP’s work, and support engagement with expert consultants brought in to deliver specific projects related to the EU acquis implementation. Minimum qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in economics, policy, or an equivalent field.10 years of proven experience in the gas sector Extensive knowledge and experience in EU gas market acquis, especially the network codes related to balancing, capacity allocation, and tariffs.Proven track record in advisory roles, particularly in providing expert guidance on regulatory matters and policy development.Strong analytical skills and the ability to assess complex regulatory environments.Ability to build effective relationships with peers, supervisors, clients, and stakeholders. Preferred qualifications: Master’s degree in economics, policy, or an equivalent field.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.Familiarity with the Ukrainian energy sector and its regulatory landscape. 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. Explore our open positions at . Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities: 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. Please no phone calls or agencies. Additional Information Organization: 154 ESI