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Senior Investigator (Head Of Unit) – OIG – Rome, Italy. Duration: Fixed‑term two years with possibility of extension. Post Number: 0810932. The position is located in OIG’s Investigation Branch (OIGI) at FAO headquarters.
Reporting Lines
The Senior Investigator reports to the Inspector‑General or the Deputy Inspector‑General, OIG.
Technical Focus
Investigations into allegations of misconduct and wrongdoing by FAO personnel and third parties and advice on enhancements to integrity policies of the Organization.
Key Results
Planning and management of investigation activities, development of recommendations to improve internal controls, and promotion of integrity policies in line with high ethical standards.
Key Functions
Plan and manage the work of specialized or multidisciplinary investigation teams and supervise staff.
Provide critical input into the investigation programme of work and the supporting operational framework, including policies, procedures, systems and best practices for planning, conduct, evidence collection, report writing and follow‑up of investigations at headquarters and Decentralised Offices.
Direct investigation activities in response to allegations of fraud, corruption or misconduct in FAO programmes, projects and operations, including third parties such as suppliers and partners, review intake assessments, assign investigations to staff or consultants and provide technical guidance to investigation teams.
Plan and conduct highly complex and/or special investigations and present findings to the Inspector‑General or the Deputy Inspector‑General and specific FAO units for action/decision‑making.
Ensure adequate quality control of investigation outcomes and products before sign‑off by the Inspector‑General, ensuring that investigation personnel adhere to operating procedures and quality standards of the office.
Direct and/or provide input into the preparation of statistics and periodic reports on investigation matters and analyses on investigation trends.
Develop lessons learned, conduct or supervise proactive integrity reviews, and devise recommendations for actions to prevent violations of FAO policies prohibiting fraud and misconduct with respect to staff members or third parties, and promote policies and activities that enhance the integrity of FAO operations.
Provide technical advisory services to managers across the Organization on sanctioning procedures for vendors/suppliers, developing or revising procurement policies, fraud and other misconduct policies, ethical conduct guidelines, the Whistleblower Protection Policy and various Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs).
Lead, coordinate, and/or participate in Organization‑wide working groups or committees.
Maintain effective liaison with legal and human‑resource services regarding specific cases and with external and UN investigators on cases/issues of mutual concern.
Plan and lead awareness and training activities on the prevention, detection and reporting of fraud and corruption in FAO and promote best practices and capacity development with respect to the latest investigative techniques.
Contribute to OIG’s quarterly and annual reports and other reporting requirements, including for donor reporting, as relevant to investigation‑related activities.
Administer and control a part of OIG’s budget as delegated by the Inspector‑General or the Deputy Inspector‑General.
Perform other duties as required.
Candidates Will Be Assessed Against
Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in law or in a subject associated with criminal and/or administrative investigations (first‑level degree may also be considered if possessing two (2) additional years of relevant work experience in fact‑finding/investigatory work and a professional qualification to practice law in a national or state jurisdiction).
Ten years of relevant experience in fact‑finding/investigatory work, including supervisory capacity, preferably but not limited to misconduct and wrongdoing by employees, suppliers and partner organizations, including fraud and other forms of corruption, using investigation techniques and procedures.
Working knowledge (proficiency – level C) of English and intermediate knowledge (intermediate – level B) of another official FAO language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish).
Results Focus – Leading, Engaging, and Empowering.
Communication – effective written and oral communication skills.
Partnering and Advocating – ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement – commitment to learning and improvement.
Strategic Thinking – ability to analyse complex issues and propose strategic solutions.
Technical and Functional Skills
Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions, is essential.
Work experience in an international setting is desirable.
Extensive experience in investigations, including employee misconduct, procurement fraud and corruption, sexual exploitation and abuse, workplace harassment and sexual harassment.
Extensive managerial experience and demonstrated leadership skills in implementing an investigations programme of work.
Demonstrated ability to analyse relevant legal and procedural issues, as well as large volumes of complex evidence, including documentary and financial evidence.
Demonstrated experience in conducting interviews, delivering presentations, networking, building effective working relationships with stakeholders, and writing or editing complex reports.
Demonstrated ability to mobilise resources.
Advanced knowledge and understanding of relevant investigative theories, concepts and approaches.
A professional qualification to practise law in a national or state jurisdiction is an advantage for candidates possessing an advanced university degree.
General Information
Extension of fixed‑term appointments is based on certification of performance and availability of funds.
FAO reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
Conditions of Service and Benefits
A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. For details, refer to the UN salary, allowance and benefits system.
Dependency allowances.
Rental subsidy.
Education grant for children.
Home leave travel.
Thirty working days of annual leave per year.
Pension fund entitlements under the UN Joint Staff Pension Fund.
International health insurance; optional life insurance.
Disability protection.
Family‑friendly policies.
Flexible working arrangements.
Standards of conduct. xjrgpwk
FAO staff are expected to adhere to FAO values of Commitment, Respect for All, and Integrity and Transparency.
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