Investigations Quality Assurance Analyst - IPSA 8

Contract

This is a IPSA-8 contract. This kind of contract is known as International Personnel Services Agreement. It is normally internationally recruited only. It usually requires 1 years of experience, depending on education. More about IPSA-8 contracts.

Background

Instructions to Applicants: Click on the "Apply now" button. Input your information in the appropriate Sections: personal information, language proficiency, education, resume and motivation. Upon completion of the first page, please hit "submit application" tab at the end of the page. Please ensure that CV or P11 and the Cover letter are combined in one file.

The following documents shall be required from the applicants:

Personal CV or P11, indicating all past positions held and their main underlying functions, their durations (month/year), the qualifications, as well as the contact details (email and telephone number) of the Candidate, and at least three (3) the most recent professional references of previous supervisors. References may also include peers.

A cover letter (maximum length: 1 page) indicating why the candidate considers him-/herself to be suitable for the position.

Managers may ask (ad hoc) for any other materials relevant to pre-assessing the relevance of their experiences, such as reports, presentations, publications, campaigns, or other materials.

Office/Unit/Project Description

The Office of Audit and Investigations (OAI) reports to the Administrator and is responsible for internal audit and investigation services to UNDP and its affiliated entities. OAI provides independent, objective assurance on the effectiveness of risk management and the effectiveness and adequacy of internal controls. OAI also responds to allegations of misconduct by conducting and reporting on investigations.

The Investigations Section of OAI is responsible for conducting investigations into allegations of misconduct, such as procurement fraud, corruption and bribery, theft and embezzlement, retaliation on whistleblowers, workplace harassment, abuse of authority, reckless or grossly negligent disregard of UNDP regulations, rules, and administrative instructions, that involve UNDP staff, contractors and other applicable persons. The Investigations Section is also tasked with investigating allegations against parties external to UNDP of financial irregularities committed to the detriment of UNDP. In addition, OAI undertakes proactive investigations in high risk areas that are susceptible to wrongdoings, fraud, and corruption.

OAI conducts investigations in accordance with the Uniform Principles and Guidelines for Investigations, the UNDP Legal Framework for Addressing Non-Compliance with UN Standards of Conduct, and the OAI Investigation Guidelines.

OAI needs to engage a suitably skilled and experienced International Personnel under the International Personnel Services Agreement (IPSA) to support OAI/Policy, Quality Assurance, and Special Investigations Unit.

Institutional Arrangement

The IPSA holder will be tasked by or on behalf of the Investigations Advisor, Head of the Policy, Quality Assurance, and Special Investigations Unit. The work performed by the IPSA holder will be submitted to the Investigations Advisor, Head of the Policy, Quality Assurance, and Special Investigations Unit.

Duties and Responsibilities

Scope of Work

The IPSA holder is required to provide assistance to the Policy, Quality Assurance and Special Investigations (PQSI) Unit with the review of draft investigation reports, management letters, and other documents produced by the Investigations Section to ensure high quality and legal sufficiency of the work-products. Additionally, the IPSA holder will assist in investigation activities and provide legal advice to Investigations Section personnel.

The specific tasks that will be required are:

1. Review citations to evidence in footnotes of investigation reports and other documents, and ensure they are accurate and complete;
2. Provide proofreading and editorial services, including ensuring compliance with the editing standards of the United Nations and relevant templates.
3. Conduct legal research and analysis, providing legal advisory to colleagues on matters related to investigations, allegations of misconduct, and the applicable legal frameworks.
4. Assist with assessments, interviews, and evidence gathering for investigations, including Special Investigations conducted by PQSI.

Deliverables:

Review draft reports or other investigation products in MS Word document format with review comments and edits tracked. The reviewed reports and investigations work products are to be submitted to the Investigations Advisor, Head of the Policy, Quality Assurance, and Special Investigations Unit.

Competencies

Core

Achieve Results:

LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline

Think Innovatively:

LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements

Learn Continuously:

LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback

Adapt with Agility:

LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible

Act with Determination:

LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident

Engage and Partner:

LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships

Enable Diversity and Inclusion:

LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination

Cross-Functional & Technical competencies

Thematic Area

Name

Definition

Legal

Knowledge of applicable legal framework

Understanding of the legal norms as applied to the United Nations in general, and to UNDP in particular. This includes an understanding of the structure, functioning and operations ofUNDP within the broader UN system and the application of international treaties, including the UN Charter, GA resolutions, the relevant basic country assistance agreement and UN system-wide legal instruments, as well as an understanding of the internal legal framework (financial regulations and rules, policies, and procedures) of UNDP.

Legal

Legal analysis skills

The ability to digest a large amount of information and facts in order to frame and understand an issue, apply the legal framework to the particular set of facts and present a coherent and comprehensive analysis of the situation presented in order to deliver practical and meaningful advice. This skill includes the ability to provide an objective assessment of the case, the organization's best arguments for proceeding and a recommended course of action. It also includes the capacity to think creatively and flexibly, within the applicable legal framework.

Communication

Communication

Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience, Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media and other appropriate channels

Required Skills and Experience

Min. Education requirements

Advanced university degree (Masters) in Law is required.

First level degree in Law combined with passed Bar examinations may be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree.

Min. years of relevant work experience

No prior experience required with an advanced degree, or two years experience if holding a first-level degree in:

• The drafting, reviewing, editing and quality control of documents of an investigative or legal nature is required.
• Providing advisories of a legal/investigative nature.

Required skills

• Core Values and Ethics: Demonstrates integrity, fairness, and ability to remain objective, neutral, and independent vis-a-vis all parties involved.
• Relationship Building: Builds strong client relationships; focuses on client results and impacts; and anticipates evolving client needs
• Communications: Ability to listen, adapt, persuade and transform

• Deliverable: Ability to get things done

  Technical Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to use the following tools: Microsoft office suite; Presentation software applications; Electronic working paper software; and Database application.

• Demonstrates a strong understanding of information security and confidentiality issues relevant to investigations

Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section

Experience working with UNDP or the UN System is desirable. Familiarity with investigative procedures applicable to UNDP is an advantage.

Required Language(s)

Fluency in oral and written English is required.

Fluency in oral and written French is required.

Working knowledge of Spanish or Arabic is desirable

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