Investigations Officer, Office of Internal Audit and Investigations (OIAI), UNICEF, New York #123049 (Temp Appointment, 364 days)

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Salary

The salary for this job should be between 84,013 USD and 116,107 USD.

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UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.

Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

And we never give up.

UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfil their potential.

Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

And we never give up.

For every child, hope and care

The Office of Internal Audit and Investigations (OIAI) conducts investigations to examine and determine the veracity of all allegations received concerning corrupt and fraudulent practices and allegations of misconduct that involve UNICEF staff, consultants, non-staff personnel and institutional contractors. OIAI reports to the Executive Director and is responsible for providing internal audit and investigation services to UNICEF, consistent with OIAI’s Charter. OIAI provides UNICEF with independent and objective assurance, investigative and consulting services through internal audits and investigations. OIAI’s investigations cover all forms of misconduct including, but not limited to: fraud; corruption; workplace harassment; sexual harassment; abuse of authority; and failure to observe prescribed regulations, rules, relevant administrative issuances and standards of conduct.

The Strategy, Intake and Analysis Unit (SIA) within OIAI, is responsible for the overall management of the hotline for reporting allegations and for conducting initial assessments of reports of misconduct and wrongdoing. SIA is also responsible for certain policy and strategic initiatives; quality assurance of investigation and other reports; and internal and external reporting of certain investigations-related data, among other matters.

Under the overall guidance of the Deputy Director of Investigations and the direct supervision of the Chief of SIA, the Investigations Officer will be responsible for providing investigations-related, operations and communications support to the Section.

Summary of key functions/responsibilities:

Investigations Support

Conducts initial assessments of reports of misconduct and wrongdoing and formulates recommendations regarding the appropriate disposition of the case (e.g., conversion to investigation, closure and/or referral to another office or entity). As part of the assessment process, the incumbent will be expected to:

• Identify, research, collect and analyze additional information from internal and external sources as needed so that the assessment can be completed.
• Communicate in a timely and professional manner with relevant UNICEF offices at the headquarters, country and regional levels, as well as external offices (e.g. other UN agencies), as well as with complainants and witnesses, regarding reports of misconduct and wrongdoing;
• Plan for and conduct interviews of witnesses, including sources of reports/potential whistleblowers;
• Prepare related written outputs, including referral memorandums, notes for the record and recommendations regarding the initiation of investigations;
• Reviews third-party investigation plans/reports and special audit terms of reference/reports, in the context of third-party cases;
• Upon request, assists in the planning, organization and conduct of investigations by analyzing evidence, preparing interview outlines and participating in witness and subject interviews with other investigations personnel.

Operations Support

• Assists with maintaining and updating the Investigations Service’s guidance material based on applicable best practices and legal developments;
• Supports various policy-related initiatives, including by reviewing relevant policies, procedures and other administrative issuances;
• Reviews United Nations jurisprudence, General Assembly resolutions and Executive Board decisions;
• Assists in promoting close cooperation with other relevant departments and offices within UNICEF;
• Performs other duties as required;

Communications Support

• Handles verbal and written inquiries providing detailed information on processes and procedures related to a range of investigation activities, instruments and issues;
• Processes, drafts, edits, proofreads and finalizes for signature/approval a variety of correspondence and other communications;

• Drafts reports and memoranda and assists with the review of such documents drafted by others.

  To qualify as an advocate for every child, you will have…

• A first level University Degree in law or another related field is required.

• A minimum of 1 year of professional experience related to legal activities, intelligence research and/or criminal or administrative/internal investigations is required.
• Prior experience in an oversight office of a UN common system entity and/or familiarity with the administrative law system of the United Nations is considered an asset;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Excel
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of French, Spanish or Arabic is an advantage. Knowledge of another UN language is considered as an asset.

For every Child, you demonstrate...

UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, and Accountability (CRITA).

The UNICEF competencies required for this post are...

• Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness (1)
• Works Collaboratively with others (1)
• Builds and Maintains Partnerships (1)
• Innovates and Embraces Change (1)
• Thinks and Acts Strategically (1)
• Drive to achieve impactful results (1)
• Manages ambiguity and complexity (1)

To view our competency framework, please visit here.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.

UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.

Remarks:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment without compensation if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained or necessary inoculation requirements are not met within a reasonable period for any reason.