Background
The following documents shall be required from the applicants:
- Personal CV or P11, indicating all past positions held and their main underlying functions, their durations (month/year), the qualifications, as well as the contact details (email and telephone number) of the Candidate, and at least three (3) the most recent professional references of previous supervisors. References may also include peers.
- A cover letter (maximum length: 1 page) indicating why the candidate considers him-/herself to be suitable for the position.
Office/Unit/Project Description:
The Office of Audit and Investigations (OAI) reports to the Administrator and is responsible for internal audit and investigation services to UNDP and its affiliated entities. OAI provides independent, objective assurance on the effectiveness of risk management and the effectiveness and adequacy of internal controls. OAI also responds to allegations of misconduct by conducting and reporting on investigations.
The Investigations Section of OAI is responsible for conducting investigations into allegations of misconduct, such as procurement fraud, corruption and bribery, theft and embezzlement, retaliation on whistleblowers, workplace harassment, abuse of authority, reckless or grossly negligent disregard of UNDP regulations, rules, and administrative instructions, that involve UNDP staff, contractors and other applicable persons. The Investigations Section is also tasked with investigating allegations against parties external to UNDP of financial irregularities committed to the detriment of UNDP. In addition, OAI undertakes proactive investigations in high risk areas that are susceptible to wrongdoings, fraud and corruption.
OAI conducts investigations in accordance with the Uniform Principles and Guidelines for Investigations, the UNDP Legal Framework for Addressing Non-Compliance with UN Standards of Conduct, and the OAI Investigation Guidelines.
OAI needs to engage a suitably skilled and experienced International Personnel under the International Personnel Services Agreement (IPSA) to support OAI/Policy, Quality Assurance and Special Investigations Unit.
Institutional Arrangement
The IPSA holder will be tasked by or on behalf of the Investigations Advisor, Head of the Policy, Quality Assurance, and Special Investigations Unit. The work performed by the IPSA holder will be submitted to the Investigations Advisor, Head of the Policy, Quality Assurance and Special Investigations Unit.
Duties and Responsibilities
The IPSA holder is required to provide assistance to the Policy, Quality Assurance and Special Investigations (PQSI) Unit with the review of draft investigation reports, management letters and other documents produced by the Investigations Section to ensure high quality and legal sufficiency of the work-products. Additionally the IPSA holder will assist investigation activities and provide legal advice to Investigations Section personnel.
The specific tasks that will be required are:
1. Review citations to evidence in footnotes of investigation reports and other documents, and ensure they are accurate and complete;
2. Provide proofreading and editorial services, including ensuring compliance with the editing standards of the United Nations and relevant templates.
3. Conduct legal research and analysis, providing legal advisory to colleagues on matters related to investigations, allegations of misconduct and the applicable legal frameworks.
4. Assist with assessments, interviews and evidence gathering for investigations, including Special Investigations conducted by PQSI.
Deliverables:
Review draft reports or other investigations products in MS Word document format with review comments and edits tracked. The reviewed reports and investigations work products are to be submitted to the Investigations Advisor, Head of the Policy, Quality Assurance and Special Investigations Unit.
Competencies
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Achieve Results: | LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline | ||||||||||||
Think Innovatively: | LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements | ||||||||||||
Learn Continuously: | LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback | ||||||||||||
Adapt with Agility: | LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible | ||||||||||||
Act with Determination: | LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident | ||||||||||||
Engage and Partner: | LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships | ||||||||||||
Enable Diversity and Inclusion: | LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination | ||||||||||||
Cross-Functional & Technical competencies
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Required Skills and Experience
Minimum Qualifications of the Successful IPSA
Min. Education requirements |
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Min. years of relevant work experience | At least one year of experience with an advanced degree, or two years experience if holding a first level degree in:
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Required skills |
Technical Skills:
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Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section | Experience working with UNDP or the UN System is desirable. Familiarity with investigative procedures applicable to UNDP is an advantage. |
Required Language(s) | Fluency in oral and written English is required. Working knowledge of French, Spanish or Arabic is desirable |