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IOM is committed to ensuring a workplace where all employees can thrive professionally, while working towards harnessing the full potential of migration. Read more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates
2. Candidates from the following non-represented member states:
   Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Comoros, Congo (the), Cook Islands, Dominica, Federated States of Micronesia, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Holy See, Iceland, Israel, Kiribati, Madagascar, Marshall Islands, Namibia, Nauru, Palau, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Seychelles, Solomon Islands, Suriname, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:
All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states of IOM.

Context

The Office of Internal Oversight (OIO), inter alia, undertakes preliminary assessments and investigations with regards to alleged violations of IOM’s regulations, rules, and relevant administrative instructions, such as fraud, theft and embezzlement, corruption, sexual exploitation and sexual abuse, abuse of privileges and immunities or of authority, harassment, whistle-blower retaliation or other acts or omissions in conflict with the general obligations of IOM personnel. OIO is seeking applicants with experience in conducting such preliminary assessment and/or investigations of an administrative nature. The position may require international travel on an ad hoc basis and of irregular frequency.

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Investigations, and the direct supervision of the Senior Investigator, the Associate Investigator will be responsible and accountable for the following duties:

1. Participate in organising and carrying out office- and field-based investigations into allegations of violations of IOM’s policies, procedures, standards, guidelines, and applicable regulations and rules in a timely and effective manner.

2. Plan, conduct and record interviews of staff and other involved parties, obtain, analyze and file potential documentary, electronic and forensic evidence and conduct investigative research.

3. Contribute to the quality assurance reviews of written work products of colleagues, as required.

4. Draft high-quality written investigations output, including Referrals, Investigation Reports and Closure Reports on allegations and complaints, as well as notes and ad-hoc briefs.

5. Contribute to the handling of allegations and complaints, and maintain OIO’s case filing and case management systems accordingly.

6. Participate in outreach, training, and awareness initiatives.

7. Collaborate with other investigators and staff members to achieve Organizational goals, in accordance with OIO standard operating procedures and in compliance with Organizational Regulations and Rules.

8. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Education

• Master’s degree in Law, Criminology, Forensic Accounting, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or,
• University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Minimum two years (four years for bachelor’s degree holders) of relevant experience in investigatory work or work related to accountability, criminal law and/or internal oversight, is required;
• Experience in interviewing persons for the purpose of fact-finding is required; and,
• Previous experience in conducting investigations of an administrative nature or dealing with complaints of fraud/corruption, SEA and/or sexual harassment with an international organization or NGO, international financing institution or similar, and working in developing countries is a distinct advantage.

Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of investigative procedures, including applying legal due process;
• Good drafting skills;
• Good organization and planning skills; and,
• Familiarity with basic concepts of electronic evidence and internet searches.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. All staff members are required to be fluent in one of the three languages.

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).

Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) or a language relevant to IOM operations is an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Required Competencies:

Values – all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 2

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Notes

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station’s country and who do not have prior experience outside the duty station’s country as staff member in the Professional category cannot be considered eligible.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

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