Overview
The Investigations Specialist will assist with conducting assessments and investigations into allegations of misconduct within UNDP and its affiliated entities.
Key Responsibilities
- Review complaints of misconduct allegations.
- Undertake analytical or research activity to support investigations.
- Propose action to close cases or assign cases for investigation.
- Guide and support in interviewing witnesses and collecting evidence.
- Draft reports of a high standard, including Investigation Reports, Closure Reports, Closure Notes, and Investigation Plans.
- Keep the Investigation Section’s database and case files up to date.
- Liaise with relevant UNDP business units and external agencies.
- Identify, synthesize, and document best practices and lessons learned.
Required Experience
- A minimum of 5 years (with master’s degree) or 7 years (with bachelor’s degree) work experience in Investigations, Law, Fraud Examination, Accounting Forensics, or related field.
- Prior experience of working within an international investigation office is desirable.
- Experience in administrative investigations is desired.
- Proven track record of sound knowledge of the UN/UNDP’s policies and procedures is desirable.
- Experience working with UNDP or the UN System is desirable.
- Familiarity with investigative procedures applicable to OAI/UNDP is an advantage.
Qualifications
- Advanced university degree (master's degree or equivalent) in Investigations, Law, Fraud Examination, Accounting Forensics, or related field is required.
- A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in the areas stated above, in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree, or related field.
