Intake Investigator

Internal Audit and Investigations Group 

The purpose of the Internal Audit and Investigations Group (IAIG)  is to provide independent and impartial assurance and advice to improve UNOPS operations.  The group reports on the use of resources administered by UNOPS and the effectiveness of internal control systems; and enhances the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes.   Furthermore, IAIG investigations into alleged fraud, corruption, sexual misconduct (sexual harassment, sexual abuse and exploitation), waste of resources, abuse of authority or other misconduct and violations of UNOPS regulations, rules and administrative instructions. 

Visit the IAIG website for more information (https://www.unops.org/about/governance/accountability/iaig). 

IAIG is an innovative and vital part of UNOPS and this is an exciting time to join our growing team!

The Intake Investigator is responsible for the intake of and assessment of investigations into allegations of wrongdoing by UNOPS personnel, suppliers, and implementing partners in line with internal standard operating procedures and relevant rules.  Intake includes analyzing the jurisdictional authority, applying risk assessment criteria, examining the veracity of evidence and recommending disposition.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Reviews the information received, and when necessary, obtain additional information from the complainant to determine whether the matter falls under IAIG’s mandate or would be more appropriately handled by another unit.

• Plans, organizes and conducts investigations of alleged wrongdoing such as  procurement fraud, corruption, embezzlement, collusion, bribery schemes, sexual exploitation and abuse as well as sexual harassment, harassment/abuse of authority.  This includes interviewing UNOPS personnel and third parties, reviewing documentary and electronic information, and analyzing the evidence.

• Prepares detailed reports which set forth the findings, supporting evidence, analysis and evaluation of the evidence, as well as recommendations for next steps.

• Maintains effective liaison with relevant UNOPS departments and offices in the context of the intake and assessment process, regarding specific cases and with external and UN investigators on cases/issues of mutual concern;

• Contributes to the updating of policies, procedures, systems and best practices to support the planning, conduct, evidence collection, report writing and follow-up of initial reviews and full investigations.

• Participates in awareness and training activities on the prevention, detection and reporting of fraud and corruption in UNOPS. 

• Develops recommendations to support management decisions, and improve internal controls to prevent and timely detect such activity.

•  Works with the Data Analytics team and provide inputs for the regular updates of the investigation dashboard.

• Assists the investigation unit in preparing key statistics related to investigation cases (allegations received, trend, location, etc.)

• .Perform other duties as required.

• An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent). The areas of law, accounting or a related area would be an asset.
• A first-level university degree in combination with 2 years’ experience in conducting criminal and/or administrative investigations as an investigator (in addition to the 5 years of investigation experience required below) may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. 
• A Diploma in Criminal Investigation from a national law enforcement agency or police academy and significant relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of the above academic qualifications.

Experience requirements

• At least five years of progressively responsible experience in professional investigatory work, law enforcement/criminal investigations or related fields. 
• Experience with managing investigations and with international investigations required.
• Experience with UN policies, procedures and operations is also desirable. 
• Experience working with intake team is an asset.

Contract type: Staff
Contract level: P-3 (ICS-10)
Contract duration: Fixed-term staff contract - One year initially, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability

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• Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.

• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.

• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures,  languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce. 

• Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.

• We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process.  If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.

Terms and Conditions 

• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post. 

• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few mandatory courses ( they take around 4 hours to complete)  in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. Refreshers or new mandatory courses may be required during your contract. Please note that you will not receive any compensation for taking courses and refreshers. For more information on a retainer contract here.

• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.

• It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.