Consultant - Investigation Office, Division of Internal Oversight Services

Overview

This role supports the organization’s independent consolidated oversight mechanism covering internal audit, evaluation, investigation, and other management support. The Investigation Office examines and determines the veracity of allegations of misconduct or other irregularities affecting the organization, its projects, assets, or personnel.

A consultant based in Paris or working remotely within the same time zone is sought to work under the authority of the Director of the Division of Internal Oversight Services (IOS).

Responsibilities

• Conduct preliminary evaluations of allegations of irregularities, misconduct, fraud, and unsatisfactory conduct, including harassment and abuse of authority.
• Determine whether allegations may constitute violations of organizational rules, regulations, and policies and/or criminal law.
• Document and prepare draft reports, including recommendation(s) for the Director (IOS) on whether to proceed with a full investigation, refer, or close a case.
• Upon authorization from the Director (IOS), conduct full investigations and collaborate with other investigation personnel on complex cases, in accordance with professional standards and office procedural frameworks.
• Prepare specific investigation work plans, including methodologies to be used, and the purpose for action.
• Support preparation of investigation work plans and present them to the Director (IOS) or delegate.
• Gather, review, and analyze information to determine relevance and reliability.
• Conduct interviews as necessary, including with other investigation personnel; write interview records/transcripts.
• Conduct other investigative research activities as required by the matter.
• Document all work undertaken for review by the Director (IOS) or delegate.
• Present investigative facts, circumstances, and conclusions in a concise, clear, and logical manner.
• Propose recommendations as appropriate.
• Prepare draft reports to support management decisions regarding any disciplinary and/or remedial action.
• Finalize reports and follow up on implementation of recommendations.

Contract Duration

• 6 months, with a possibility of renewal subject to successful performance results and availability of funds.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in law, audit, or a related field.
• Work Experience: Minimum 5 years of professional experience conducting administrative, criminal, or forensic investigations in international organizations or public/private sector.

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision and manage personal work plans.
• Sound knowledge of legal principles applicable to investigative activities.
• Ability to identify key investigation issues and collect, synthesize, and analyze complex information and technical materials (including data).
• Strong coordination and analytical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written) for a diverse cultural environment.
• Proven ability to draft investigative reports on complex topics with effectively supported and well-formulated conclusions in both English and French.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct sensitive interviews with due process and duty of care considerations, and to prepare interview transcripts in both English and French.

Languages

• Excellent knowledge of English.
• Good level of French.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certification from an internationally recognized compliance or investigation body such as CFE or equivalent.

Selection and Recruitment Process

• Candidates must complete an online application and provide complete and accurate information by the deadline.
• The process may include pre-recorded video interviews and/or written assessments, interviews with a Panel, and reference checks.
• Additional information may be requested if pertinent to the position’s qualifications.
• Short-listed candidates may be added to Talent Pools, subject to consent (Data Privacy Statement).

Compensation & Benefits

• Consultant contract (contract terms not otherwise specified in the source text).

Location

• Duty station: Paris
• Work location: On site
• Alternative arrangement: Remote work within the same time zone is acceptable.

Contract Details

• Type of contract: Consultant contract
• Level: Level 2 – Middle
• Hiring unit: Internal Oversight Service (IOS)
• Hiring open to: External candidates

Application Deadline

• Deadline (Midnight UTC+2): 22/10/2026

Additional Information

• Appointment prioritizes the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence, and integrity.
• Zero-tolerance policy against all forms of harassment.
• Individuals from minority groups and indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.
• Applications are treated with the highest level of confidentiality.
• No fee is charged at any stage of the hiring process.