3 UN Career Placements – Resident Investigators at United Nations Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS)

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Organization: United
Nations Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS)
Duty Station: Entebbe,
Uganda
Grade: P3
Job Opening Number:
14-ING-OIOS-37919-R-ENTEBBE (X)
Report to: Chief Resident
Investigator
About OIOS:
The Office of Internal
Oversight Services (OIOS) was established in July 1994 as an operationally
independent office that assists the Secretary-General in fulfilling his
internal oversight responsibilities in respect of the resources and staff of
the Organization through monitoring, internal audit, inspection, evaluation and
investigation. The Office has the authority to initiate, carry out and report
on any action it considers necessary to fulfill its responsibilities with regard
to its oversight functions.
The Office assists Member
States and the Organization in protecting its assets and in ensuring the
compliance of programme activities with resolutions, regulations, rules and
policies as well as the more efficient and effective delivery of the
Organization’s activities; preventing and detecting fraud, waste, abuse,
malfeasance or mismanagement; and improving the delivery of the Organization’s
programmes and activities to enable it to achieve better results by determining
all factors affecting the efficient and effective implementation of programmes.
Key Duties and Responsibilities: 
Under the supervision of the
Chief Resident Investigator, and within delegated authority, the Resident
Investigator is responsible for the following duties:
  • Plans,
    organizes, conducts and manages investigations of alleged misconduct,
    malfeasance, mismanagement, fraud, corruption, waste of resources, or
    alleged violations of UN Rules, Regulations and pertinent administrative
    issuances.
  • Works
    as part of a team of investigators to gather evidence; prepare evidence
    for disciplinary bodies, obtain and review relevant documentation; conduct
    interviews and take statements; analyze facts, determine findings and
    formulate recommended disciplinary and jurisdictional action; gather and
    analyze electronic evidence.
  • Determines
    whether matters involve potential fraud, corruption or other illegal or
    criminal conduct warranting referral to national authorities;
  • Prepares
    complete and concise investigation reports and conducts post investigation
    tasks;
  • Works
    collaboratively and in liaison with colleagues to achieve organizational
    goals in accordance with ID/OIOS standard operating procedures and in
    compliance with organizational regulations and rules.
  • Performs
    any other duties as required.
           
Qualifications, Skills and Experience: 
  • The
    ideal candidate for the aforementioned United Nations OIOS job opportunity
    must hold an advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in
    law, international law, criminal investigation, police studies or related
    fields. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional
    years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced
    university degree.  A combination of
    a first-level university degree in the aforementioned field together with
    formal qualifications and/or certifications in investigations (military,
    police, federal/national intelligence agencies) and  two additional years of qualifying work
    experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
  • Formal
    qualifications and/or certifications in Investigations (pursuant to a
    course of study, training and examinations of a state/national law
    enforcement institution, a national military academy or a federal/national
    intelligence service training institution, supplemented with professional
    development courses and/or certifications involving study, training and
    examinations in investigatory work) in combination with four additional
    years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the
    first-level university degree.
  • At
    least five years of progressively responsible experience in investigatory
    work is required. Experience with international investigation activities
    is desirable.
  • Past
    exposure and experience with an international or multilateral public
    institution is desirable.
 Languages: 
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations
Secretariat. For the functions advertised, fluency in English is required.
Knowledge of French is highly desirable. 
Working knowledge of another official United Nations language is an
advantage.
Personal 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; good 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 assignments given; ability to
plan own work and manage conflicting priorities; ability to gather and analyze
electronic evidence. Ability to draft/edit, in English, a variety of written
reports especially with respect to the preparation of complex reports of
investigation. Comprehensive knowledge of UN policies, procedures and
operations including  knowledge of the
conditions prevailing in areas where the United Nations conducts peacekeeping
missions. 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 decision,
even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit
for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team
shortcomings.
           
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and
interested candidates desiring to serve the United Nations Office of Internal
Oversight Services (OIOS) in the aforementioned capacity should express their
interest by visiting the UN recruitment website and clicking Apply Now.
Deadline: 13th December, 2014
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