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United Nations, Office of Internal Oversight Services
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About this role
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Role overview
The United Nations Office of Internal Oversight Services is hiring a temporary Investigator based in Nairobi, Kenya. This role is suited for professionals with experience in investigations, particularly those familiar with international or multilateral institutions. The position involves managing investigations related to misconduct and other violations within the UN system.
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What you will do
- Plan, organise, conduct and manage investigations into allegations such as misconduct, fraud, corruption, sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, and other violations of UN rules.
- Work within a team to gather evidence, conduct interviews, analyse facts, and prepare evidence for disciplinary bodies.
- Decide if cases involve fraud, corruption or criminal conduct that should be referred to national authorities.
- Prepare detailed investigation reports and carry out post-investigation tasks.
- Support Intake services including managing the ID/OIOS hotline, assessing jurisdiction, and initiating new investigations.
- Collect and analyse data to identify trends and present findings using data visualisation methods.
- Collaborate with colleagues to meet organisational goals following established procedures and rules.
Requirements
- Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in Law or a relevant field, or a first-level university degree plus two additional years of qualifying experience.
- At least five years of full-time progressively responsible investigatory experience.
- Experience interviewing subjects and witnesses during investigations.
- Experience with international investigation activities.
- Experience in gathering, analysing, and presenting evidence.
- Proficiency in English at UN Level III in reading, writing, listening and speaking.
- Ability to analyse and interpret data to support decision-making.
- Knowledge of theories and methods relevant to administrative and criminal investigations.
- Preferred: Experience working in international or multilateral public institutions.
- Preferred: Two or more years of experience in data analytics or related areas.
- Preferred: Knowledge of French at UN Level III in reading, writing, listening and speaking.
How to apply
Applicants should apply through the employer's official contact. The closing date for applications is Thursday, 12 November 2026. The employer has not specified which documents to submit beyond the application itself.