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Organizational Context

Under the management of the Secretary General and the guidance of the Audit and Risk Committee, the Office of Internal Audit and Investigations provides an independent high-quality audit, investigation and consulting service that is designed to add value and give management objective assurance on the effectiveness of the Federation Secretariat’s risk management framework and internal control environment. The Department is part of the Secretary General’s Office Strategy 2020 was adopted by the General Assembly in November 2009. Enabling Action 3 “Function effectively as the International Federation” discusses responsible governance and accountability. Sound governance includes ensuring that sound risk management processes are in place. Accountability means that stakeholders are able to see how we assess the needs and vulnerabilities, set priorities and design specific interventions, monitor implementation, measure results and assess impact.

Job Purpose

Based in MENA Regional Office in Beirut, but with frequent travel to the field (as needed), the Senior Field Investigator will assist the Head of Investigations and the Director of OIAI to act as a field investigator, undertaking the full cycle of investigations work for cases in-region acting with the support, direction and supervision of both the Head of Investigations and senior investigators.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Working with other senior investigators and under the direction of the Head of Investigations:

  • Conduct high quality investigations of misappropriation of funds, misuse of power and fraud cases involving IFRC funds, including individuals and parties external to the IFRC but connected to its programs such as National Societies and suppliers;
  • Conduct high quality investigations of serious misconduct (sexual abuse, exploitation and harassment) involving IFRC staff, including individuals external to the IFRC but connected to its programs;
  • Carry out investigative field missions, sometimes for an extended period of time;
  • Conduct investigations in accordance with generally recognized international investigation standards (CII, CHS) ensuring that the integrity of all evidence obtained is maintained through the course of investigations, and with due respect and consideration to a diverse employee population, taking into account cultural and language differences.
  • Collect evidence, interview witnesses and suspects, review documents and perform analysis.
  • Function effectively with high integrity and ethics as a member of a multi-national and multi-disciplinary team;
  • Handle multiple cases simultaneously, prioritising workloads
  • Manage issues that are time-sensitive and highly confidential, and pose significant financial, legal and reputational risk to the IFRC.
  • Maintain professional approach when conducting challenging or difficult conversations at all levels of the IFRC.
  • Provide oversight and guidance to investigations managed or undertaken by external resources such as consultants and forensic IT specialists.
  • Use own initiative, sound judgement and experience to reach appropriate decisions in accordance with the aims and objectives of the IFRC Fraud and Corruption Prevention and Control Policy.
  • Prepare fit for purpose briefings and presentations to functional Senior Management and Audit and Risk Committee on findings including root causes and control and/or process gaps.
  • Prepare thorough and well-written investigation reports that are of a consistently high quality with soundly based findings and appropriate recommendations and present them to the Head of Investigations and relevant managers, as appropriate.
  • Conduct fraud and corruption prevention and awareness training including formal presentations, workshops and written materials.
  • Contribute to fraud and corruption prevention related policies, documents, guidance, tools, procedures and directives.
  • For each investigation, maintain and update records, protocols and incidents’ database.
  • Initiate and maintain a liaison with Legal and Human Resources Departments, law enforcement agencies and donors.

Duties applicable to all staff

  • Actively work towards the achievement of the Federation Secretariat’s goals
  • Abide by and work in accordance with the Red Cross and Red Crescent principles
  • Perform any other work-related duties and responsibilities that may be assigned by the line manager

Education

University degree plus an internal investigation qualification (CFE, PCI) or equivalent – required

Experience

  • At least five years recent professional experience in Internal Investigations – required
  • Experience in working for humanitarian, charitable or not for profit organization – preferred
  • International Experience – preferred

Knowledge, skills and languages

  • Good understanding of the principles and application of good corporate governance, business and operational risk management, and effective internal controls – required
  • Good working knowledge of prevention and investigation of sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment (SEAH) – required
  • Good working knowledge of fraud and corruption prevention, detection and investigation – required
  • Good working knowledge of computers and mobile forensics: device imaging, processing and analysis (e.g. FTK*, Tableau Imager*, Cellebrite*, Oxygen, NUIX*, EnCase, Relativity) – required
  • (*Current OIAI investigation team tools) – required
  • IT literate with skills in systems and data analysis using Computer Assisted Audit Techniques (CAAT) – required
  • Good knowledge of information systems auditing and security – preferred
  • Knowledge of the principles, procedures, and techniques of financial and management accounting – required
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing with different audiences, adapting style to fit situation – required
  • Ability to gather, analyse, and evaluate facts, and prepare and present concise oral and written reports – required
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships throughout the organization – required

Languages

  • Fluently spoken and written English and Arabic – required
  • Good command of   French – preferred

Competencies and values

  • Collaboration and Teamwork
  • Judgement and decision making
  • Building trust
  • Strategic orientation
Expired

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Last modified: 
28 Sep, 2020
Intervention Sector(s):
Relief Services
Application Deadline:
Wednesday, 7 October 2020
Contract Type:
Full Time
Period of Employment:
12 months
Salary
N/A
Salary Range:
> 3000 (USD)
Education Degree:
Bachelor Degree
Education Degree Details:
University degree plus an internal investigation qualification (CFE, PCI) or equivalent – required
Experience Requirements:
5 to 10 years
Arabic Language:
Fluent
English Language:
Fluent
French Language:
Basic
Country/City: 
  • Lebanon
  • Beirut
  • Beirut