Senior Investigations Assistant

Contract

This is a G-5 contract. This kind of contract is known as General Service and related categories. It is normally only for nationals. It usually requires 5 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be more than 4,116 USD.

Please keep in mind that the salary displayed here is an estimation by UN Talent based on the location and the type of contract. It may vary depending on the organization. The recruiter should be able to inform you about the exact salary range. In case the job description contains another salary information, please refer to this one.

Background Information - UNOPS

UNOPS plays a critical role in providing management services for our life-saving, peacebuilding, humanitarian and development operations. I have seen many examples of how these activities help suffering people in troubled parts of the world.” -Ban Ki-moon, United Nations Secretary-General

UNOPS mission is to expand the capacity of the UN system and its partners to implement peacebuilding, humanitarian and development operations that matter for people in need.

Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments, UNOPS vision is to always satisfy partners with management services that meet world-class standards of quality, speed and cost effectiveness.

By assisting UN organizations, international financial institutions, governments and other development partners, UNOPS makes significant, tangible contributions to results on the ground.

UNOPS employs more than 7000 personnel and on behalf of its partners creates thousands more work opportunities in local communities. With its headquarters in Copenhagen, Denmark, a network of five regional offices and a further 20 operations and project centres, UNOPS oversees activities in more than 80 countries.

UNOPS is committed to achieving a truly diverse workforce.

Background Information - Job-specific

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, the Internal Audit and Investigations Group leads the Executive Director’s investigations into alleged fraud, corruption, waste of resources, abuse of authority or other misconduct and violations of UNOPS regulations, rules and administrative instructions.

The Senior Assistant will work under the overall supervision of the Manager of Investigations Unit.

Functional Responsibilities

1. Support the Investigation Unit

⦁ Provide support in coordinating all aspects of UNOPS cases and ensure appropriate steps are taken in a timely fashion; this also includes the management of the case system. ⦁ Draft, review, and/or analyse routine documents as requested by investigators; identifying potential witnesses; participating in interviews; preparing records of interviews; obtaining documentary and other types of evidence; drafting and presenting investigative findings; drafting case open and closure reports; fact checking and verifying investigation reports. ⦁ Generate reports, statistics from databases and provide substantive support to IAIG in preparing progress and annual reports. ⦁ Provide support with data extraction and conducting research using UNOPS Databases (ERP, eSourcing, etc) as well as publicly available materials. ⦁ Draft, review, and/or analyse routine documents as requested by investigators. ⦁ Attend team meetings, take minutes, organizes and tracks action for follow-up. ⦁ Liaise with donor and provide updates on results of investigations.

2. Logistics and Administrative support to the investigations team

⦁ Logistical arrangement for investigations missions: Preparing travel authorizations, bookings, logistical arrangements, and managing the related records and documentation; ⦁ Recording and Monitoring of IAIG retainers contracts. ⦁ Submitting invoices, purchase order, and payment documentation to Finance. ⦁ Maintain the IAIG intranet. ⦁ Manage IAIG assets and office equipment. ⦁ Perform any other administrative tasks, as requested.

Competencies

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles. Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries. Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education requirements: ⦁ Completion of secondary school or equivalent. A Bachelor or master’s degree in the areas of law, accounting, criminal justice, business or public administration, or other relevant areas will be considered a strong asset.

Experience requirements: ⦁ At least two years of relevant administrative experience in the field of investigation, monitoring and evaluation, or a related field, is required at the national or international level. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, advance knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems.

Languages requirements: ⦁ Fluency in English is required. Fluency in French would be an advantage. Knowledge of a another UN working language is desirable

Contract type, level and duration

Contract type: staff

Contract level: G-5 Contract duration: One year initially, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability

For more details about United Nations staff contracts, please follow this link: https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/UN-Staff-Contracts.aspx

Additional Considerations

• Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time.
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
• UNOPS embraces diversity and it is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, or disability.
• UNOPS seeks to reasonably accommodate candidates with special needs, upon request.
• Work life harmonization - UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands. We have a progressive policy on work-life harmonization and offer several flexible working options. This policy applies to UNOPS personnel on all contract types
• 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 (around 4 hours) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS.
• The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.
• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, 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 recruits/interns. Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.