About the Role
This position offers a significant opportunity to uphold the integrity and accountability of UNOPS. The Investigations Senior Analyst will serve as the primary point of contact for accountability within the Internal Audit and Investigations Group (IAIG), rigorously screening allegations to ensure the organization's resources are focused on high-risk violations. This role is crucial in safeguarding UNOPS' reputation and operational effectiveness by deterring misconduct and strengthening internal controls.
Key Responsibilities
- Review and assess incoming allegations, gathering additional information as needed to determine if they fall under IAIG's mandate or should be referred to another unit.
- Assist in planning, organizing, and conducting investigations into alleged wrongdoing, including fraud, corruption, embezzlement, collusion, bribery, sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. This involves interviewing personnel and third parties, reviewing documents and electronic data, and analyzing evidence.
- Prepare comprehensive investigation reports detailing findings, supporting evidence, analysis, and recommendations for further action.
- Liaise and coordinate effectively with relevant UNOPS departments and offices, as well as external and UN investigators, on case-related matters.
- Develop recommendations to support management decisions and enhance internal controls to prevent and detect misconduct.
- Perform other relevant duties as required.
- Undertake international travel to UNOPS offices and field missions, which may include hardship duty stations, as dictated by case requirements.
- Be available for at least 3 hours per day during working hours (Copenhagen time) to facilitate close collaboration with the HQ team.
Requirements
- Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law, accounting, or a related field. A first-level university degree with two additional years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a Master's degree.
- A minimum of two years of progressive professional experience in investigations, law enforcement/criminal investigations, or related fields is required.
- Proficiency in English (fluent).
- Strong analytical, interviewing, investigation, problem-solving, and report writing skills.
- Demonstrated competencies in treating individuals with respect, upholding organizational and ethical norms, trustworthiness, and promoting diversity and inclusion.
- Ability to act as a positive role model, contribute to team spirit, and collaborate effectively.
- Understanding of the impact of one's role on partners and a commitment to prioritizing beneficiaries.
- Openness to change, flexibility, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
- Ability to make logical, pragmatic decisions with calculated risks and apply innovation to problem-solving.
- Clear, concise, and open communication skills, with consideration for the feelings and needs of others.
- Experience with UN policies, procedures, and operations is desired.
- Experience working with an intake team is an asset.
- Fluency in French, Spanish, or Arabic is desirable.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application through the UNOPS careers portal. Please ensure all applications are received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement. UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not request payment at any stage of the recruitment process. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for subsequent assessment stages.