Chief, Investigations [Open to internal and external applicants]

• Lead and foster a positive, collaborative team culture within the Investigations Unit 2.
• Manage and oversee misconduct investigations, ensuring timely and professional completion of cases.
• Supervise and support investigators, providing expert advice on complex and sensitive cases.
• Oversee investigations into sexual misconduct, coordinating with relevant UNDP offices and stakeholders.
• Represent the Office of Audit and Investigations (OAI) in regional and international forums and liaise with external agencies.
• Ensure proper handling, collection, and security of evidence and investigative documentation.
• Support continuous improvement of investigation practices through knowledge sharing and training.

• Advanced university degree (master's or equivalent) in Investigations, Law, Management, Finance, or related field, or a bachelor's degree with two additional years of qualifying experience.
• At least 10 years (with master's) or 12 years (with bachelor's) of progressively responsible experience in complex criminal and administrative investigations.
• Experience conducting investigations across multiple locations and performing quality assurance and legal assessments.
• Proven experience supervising investigation teams and managing large caseloads.
• Preferred experience designing risk assessment frameworks for complex investigations.
• Preferred experience advising senior leadership on sensitive investigative matters.
• Preferred experience in policy development through institutional collaboration.
• Preferred experience in international investigations and senior management roles.
• Preferred experience leading complex sexual misconduct investigations using victim-centred approaches.
• Preferred experience conducting field investigations in high-risk or conflict-affected areas.
• Preferred proficiency in data analytics, digital evidence, AI applications, and forensic resources for investigations.
• Preferred professional certification in national and international investigations.
• Fluency in English is required; working knowledge of another UN language is preferred.

The closing date for applications is Monday, 2 November 2026.