Senior Manager, Investigation (Fraud)
Organizational Context
The Internal Audit and Investigations Group (IAIG) at UNOPS provides independent assurance and oversight to enhance governance, risk management, and internal controls. It ensures accountability through impartial investigations of misconduct, covering fraud, corruption, and other violations. IAIG's work safeguards organizational integrity, promotes ethical conduct, and improves operational effectiveness, supporting UNOPS' mandate delivery with transparency and fairness.
Job Purpose
The Senior Manager, Investigation (Fraud) is responsible for developing and implementing new policies, approaches, and standards for UNOPS' fraud and corruption investigations. Reporting to the Director of IAIG, this role leads the fraud investigations team, offering expert advice and driving improvements in investigative methodologies. The primary goal is to ensure timely, impartial, and legally sound investigations, thereby strengthening institutional risk mitigation strategies and upholding organizational integrity against fraud and corruption.
Responsibilities
The Senior Manager leads the fraud investigation strategy and portfolio management, setting priorities and methodologies for timely service delivery. They manage and develop the fraud investigations team, ensuring quality assurance, performance management, and adherence to best practices. This includes overseeing complex investigations, reviewing allegations, assessing evidence, and preparing high-quality investigation reports. The role also involves contributing to policy development, identifying systemic risks, and advising senior management on institutional risk mitigation. Strategic advisory and stakeholder engagement are key, as is representing IAIG externally and promoting fraud prevention awareness within UNOPS.
Work Experience
A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in professional investigation, law enforcement, or criminal investigations is required. Experience in conducting, managing, and overseeing international investigations is essential. Experience with UN policies, procedures, and operations is desirable.
Skills
Analytical Skills, Financial Analysis, Fraud Investigation, Leadership, Risk Management, Stakeholder Engagement