Investigator
Organizational Context
The Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS) is the UN Secretariat's internal oversight body, established in 1994. It provides audit, investigation, inspection, and evaluation services to assist the Secretary-General in overseeing organizational resources and staff. The Investigations Division (ID) specifically addresses reports of rule violations, mismanagement, misconduct, and resource waste. This temporary Investigator role is based in Nairobi, Kenya, within the ID/OIOS.
Job Purpose
The Investigator's purpose is to conduct and manage investigations into alleged misconduct, malfeasance, fraud, corruption, waste of resources, and violations of UN regulations and rules. This involves planning and executing investigations, gathering and analyzing evidence, conducting interviews, and preparing comprehensive reports with findings and recommendations. The role contributes to promoting responsible administration, accountability, and transparency within the UN. The Investigator will also support intake services, analyze data for trends, and collaborate with colleagues to achieve organizational goals, ensuring compliance with established procedures and regulations. Travel to remote locations for extended periods may be required.
Responsibilities
The Investigator will plan, organize, conduct, and manage investigations into alleged misconduct, malfeasance, fraud, corruption, waste of resources, sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment, and other violations of UN regulations. This includes gathering and analyzing evidence, conducting interviews, preparing evidence for disciplinary bodies, and determining if matters warrant referral to national authorities. The role involves preparing concise investigation reports, conducting post-investigation tasks, and collaborating with colleagues to meet organizational goals. Responsibilities also include supporting intake services, analyzing data for trends using visualization methods, and performing other required duties.
Work Experience
A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in investigatory work is required, including interviewing subjects/witnesses, gathering/analyzing/presenting evidence, and international investigation activities. Experience in a multilateral public institution is desirable, as is two or more years of experience in data analytics.
Skills
Professionalism in investigations, research methodologies, problem analysis, evidence gathering, interviewing, data analysis, and interpretation. Strong communication skills (written and verbal). Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, value diverse input, and support group decisions.