UN Investigator Jobs in Entebbe - Uganda
UN Investigator Jobs in Entebbe - Uganda
Org. Setting and ReportingThis job opening is being issued for three positions located with the United Nations Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS) in Bangui, Entebbe, and Juba . The incumbents will report to the Chief of Section in Bangui, Entebbe, or Juba.
The incumbents will be required to travel to remote locations, at times for extended periods, to manage and conduct investigations.
OIOS is an independent office reporting to the Secretary-General and to the General Assembly.
The Investigations Division (ID) follows up on reports of possible violations of rules or regulations, mismanagement, misconduct, waste of resources, sexual harassment, or abuse of authority.
Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Section, and within delegated authority, the incumbent is responsible for the following duties:
Participates in a team of investigators and coordinates investigative activities
Plans, organizes, conducts and manages investigations of cases of alleged violations of United Nations Regulations and Rules, pertinent administrative issuances, or cases involving serious breaches of international humanitarian laws
Conducts interviews and obtains statements; analyses information
Searches for, gathers, records and preserves all potential or relevant pieces of evidence, including in electronic format, ensuring that all necessary evidence chains are established and maintained
Determines whether matters involve potential fraud, corruption, or other illegal or criminal conduct warranting referral to national authorities
Participates in briefing and planning conferences with investigation staff
Directs and conducts incident response activities.
Undertakes or oversees pre-response preparation, reception and recording of incident information, informing appropriate persons/offices during and after response, planning for response, and deployment to and control of the incident scene; preservation of evidence and hand-over of the scene to authoritative persons
Implements and maintains established procedures to ensure professional competency and completeness throughout the investigation process
Develops or contributes to the development of processes to meet the investigation needs
Prepares complete and concise investigation reports and conducts post-investigation tasks
Performs other duties as required
Competencies
Professionalism: Knowledge and understanding of the theories, concepts and approaches relevant to investigations;
Knowledge of investigation case management and administration; ability to gather evidence and interview suspects and witnesses;
Research, analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to identify and participate in the resolution of issues/problems;
Ability to apply good judgment in the context of given assignments; ability to plan own work and
manage conflicting priorities;
Ability to gather and analyse electronic evidence;
Ability to draft and edit in English a variety of written reports, especially with respect to the preparation of complex reports of investigations; Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
Communication:
Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication;
Tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience;
Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
Teamwork:
Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve Organizational goals;
Solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise;
Is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda;
Supports and acts in accordance with final group decisions, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position;
Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
Education
Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent degree) in law, international law, criminal investigations, police studies, or a related field.
A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in investigatory work is required.
Experience in international investigation activities is desirable. Experience in an international or multicultural public institution is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
For the post advertised, fluency in English is required.
A working knowledge of French is desirable.
Assessment
Evaluation of qualified applicants may include an assessment exercise and a competency-based interview.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online by 30th May 2019
For more information and job application details, see; UN Investigator Jobs in Entebbe - Uganda
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