Head Of Investigations Job at UNESCO (Paris)

Job Description

The Division of Internal Oversight Services (IOS) provides an independent consolidated oversight mechanism that covers internal audit, evaluation, investigation and other management support. The Investigation Office examines and determines the veracity of allegations about misconduct or other irregularities affecting the Organization, its projects, assets or personnel. Under the authority and the direct supervision of the Director of the Division of Internal Oversight Services, the incumbent will lead and oversee the investigation function, conduct the most serious and complex investigations, and provide authoritative expertise for fraud risk management, deterrence and response to sexual harassment and abuse in UNESCO.

Job Responsibility

Lead, direct and plan the investigative activities of the Section by: Developing investigation plans
deciding on investigative tools and methodologies
Conducting complex and/or sensitive investigations
Assessing risks associated with investigative activities for the investigators and all investigation participants
and ensuring appropriate mitigating or preventing measures
Assigning cases and tasks to investigative team
providing technical and methodological guidance and performance feedback to investigative team
ensuring that due process is respected in the IOS investigative processes by conforming to requirements of the Human Resources Manual and to UNESCO's Staff Rules & Regulations
preparing and/or assuring quality of IOS investigative reports in accordance with applicable professional standards and UNESCO requirements
and maintaining investigative records in accordance with IOS procedures
Supervise and perform screening of allegations of misconduct, in accordance with established criteria, presented to IOS from all sources
Define, update and implement investigative procedures and processes
Advise management of sectors and support services on fraud prevention measures and response to incidents
Respond to request for information, assistance or advice from organizational entities outside IOS
Identify issues requiring management attention and make recommendations on preventive or corrective measures derived from investigative findings
In collaboration with programme sectors, support services and assurance providers, coordinate the identification, assessment and monitoring of fraud risks of the Organization
Promote fraud awareness throughout the Organization through briefings, trainings and information material
Develop visibility of and trust in IOS as the central intake mechanism for reporting fraud and corrupt practices
Manage the staff and budget of the section
Mobilize internal and external resources to finance or provide relevant support to the activities of the section whenever required

Requirements

Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Investigations, Law, Management, Auditing, Risk Management, or in any other relevant subject
Professional qualification or membership of/certification from, a recognized, professional investigation association, such as the CFE (awarded by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, ACFE), or equivalent
Minimum ten (10) years of progressively responsible relevant professional experience in investigation or a related area, of which preferably five (5) years acquired at international level
At least three (3) years of experience in leading or co-leading an investigation function as Head, Deputy Head, or an Investigation Manager
Relevant investigative experience acquired in diverse fields: fraud and corruption, mismanagement, harassment, sexual misconduct, etc.
Expert knowledge of legal principles applicable to investigative activities with a focus on administrative law and/or criminal law
Proven ability to identify key investigation issues and to collect, synthesize, and analyse complex information and technical materials (including data)
Strong coordination and analytical skills
Excellent interpersonal skills (written and oral) including the ability to effectively deal with various internal/external partners on complex and sensitive matters
Demonstrated leadership, management and organizational skills, with proven ability to maintain effective working relationships in a multicultural environment
Proven ability to draft investigative reports on complex topics with effectively supported and well formulated conclusions
Demonstrated ability to conduct sensitive interviews in consideration of due process and duty of care
Strong sense of impartiality and objectivity
Excellent knowledge (written and oral) of English or French, and very good knowledge of the other language

Nice to have

Law Degree
Professional experience in the conduct of investigations in a UN organization or other international organizations
Engagement in professional investigative networks practice groups
Strong knowledge of UN system policies, rules, regulations, UN tribunal jurisprudence, and procedures
Strong experience in protection of sources and victims
Good knowledge of data analytics tools (PowerBI, Tableau, Excel etc.)
Good knowledge of digital forensics tools and digital seizing procedures
Good knowledge of other official UNESCO languages (Arabic, Chinese, Russian and/or Spanish)

What we offer

30 days annual leave
family allowance
medical insurance
pension plan

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