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https://inspira.un.org/psc/UNCAREERS/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/UN_CUSTOMIZATIONS.UN_JOB_DETAIL.GBL?Page=UN_JOB_DETAIL&Action=A&JobOpeningId=37534& | |
| | | | | | | Posting Title: | | | INVESTIGATOR, P3 | | Job Code Title: | | INVESTIGATOR | | Department/ Office: | | | Office of Internal Oversight Services | | Duty Station: | NAIROBI |
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| 13 November 2014-12 January 2015 |
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| 14-ING-OIOS-37534-R-NAIROBI (O) |
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| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Special Notice | | | | -Extension of the appointment is subject to Extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds. -Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures. | | | | | Org. Setting and Reporting | | | | This position is located in the Office of Internal Oversight (OIOS) Regional office in Nairobi, Kenya. The incumbent will report to the Chief of Section.
The incumbent will be part of a specialist counter-fraud team focussed on investigating fraud against the United Nations particularly in high risk environments.
The Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS) is an independent office reporting to the Secretary-General and the General Assembly. The Investigations Division (ID) of OIOS investigates reports of possible violations of rules or regulations, mismanagement, misconduct, waste of resources or abuse of authority. | | | | | Responsibilities | | | | Under the direct supervision of the relevant Chief of Section, and within delegated authority, the incumbent is responsible for the following duties:
-Plans, organizes, conducts and manages investigations of alleged misconduct, malfeasance, mismanagement, fraud, corruption, waste of resources, or alleged violations of UN Rules, Regulations and pertinent administrative issuances. - Participates within a team of investigators to gather evidence; prepare evidence for disciplinary bodies, obtain and review relevant documentation; conduct interviews and take statements; analyze facts, determine findings and formulate recommended disciplinary and jurisdictional action; gather and analyze electronic evidence. -Determines whether matters involve potential fraud, corruption or other illegal or criminal conduct warranting referral to national authorities; -Prepares complete and concise investigation reports and conducts post investigation tasks; -Works collaboratively and in coordination with colleagues to achieve organizational goals in accordance with ID/OIOS standard operating procedures and in compliance with organizational regulations and rules. -Performs other duties as required. | | | | | Competencies | | | | PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge and understanding of the theories, concepts and approaches relevant to investigations; Understanding of public sector procedures and practices, knowledge and appreciation of fraud issues; knowledge of investigation case management and administration; ability to gather evidence and interview suspects and witnesses; good research, analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to identify and participate in the resolution of issues/problems; ability to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given; ability to plan own work and manage conflicting priorities; ability to gather and analyze electronic evidence. Ability to draft/edit, in English, a variety of written reports especially with respect to the preparation of complex reports of investigation. Comprehensive knowledge of UN policies, procedures and operations including knowledge of the conditions prevailing in areas where the United Nations conducts peacekeeping missions. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. | | | | Education | | | | Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law, international law, criminal investigation, police studies or related fields. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. A combination of a first-level university degree in the aforementioned field together with formal qualifications and/or certifications in investigations (military, police, federal/national intelligence agencies) and two additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Formal qualifications and/or certifications in Investigations (pursuant to a course of study, training and examinations of a state/national law enforcement institution, a national military academy or a federal/national intelligence service training institution, supplemented with professional development courses and/or certifications involving study, training and examinations in investigatory work) in combination with four additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the first-level university degree. | | | | Work Experience | | | | A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in investigatory work is required. Experience with international investigation activities is desirable. Expereince in investigations with a focus on fraud is required. Experience with an international or multilateral public institution is desirable. | | | | Languages | | | | English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the functions advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of French is highly desirable. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage. | | | | Assessment Method | | | | Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview. | | | | United Nations Considerations | | | | Job openings posted on the Careers Portal are taken off at midnight (New York time) on the deadline date.
Applications are automatically pre-screened according to the published evaluation criteria of the job opening on the basis of the information provided by applicants. Applications cannot be amended following submission and incomplete applications shall not be considered. The selected candidate will be subject to a reference checking process to verify the information provided in the application.
Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the At-a-Glance on "The Application Process" and the Instructional Manual for the Applicants, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” on the upper right side of the browser on Inspira.
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8 ). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
Candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law. | |
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