Regional Investigations Specialist EA & Yemen job at Norwegian Refugee Council
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Vacancy title:
Regional Investigations Specialist EA & Yemen

[ Type: FULL TIME , Industry: Nonprofit, and NGO , Category: Consultant ]

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Norwegian Refugee Council

Deadline of this Job:
23 December 2022  

Duty Station:
Within Kenya , Nairobi , East Africa

Summary
Date Posted: Friday, December 09, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

JOB DESCRIPTION
The main purpose of this position is to be responsible for supporting and conducting internal investigations in the region, in coordination with the HO Anti-Corruption and Investigation Specialist, Head of PSEA and Safeguarding, and relevant regional and country office staff. The Regional Investigation Specialist will mainly conduct and advise on administrative, internal investigations into allegations of misconduct, but also on other potential violations of NRC’s rules and regulations as needed. The Regional Investigation Specialist is responsible for providing expert advice and to actively contribute to NRC’s wider learning on fraud and corruption risk reduction specifically, but also on other areas such as on PSEA as advised by the technical line



Specific responsibilities
• Assess initial reports of possible misconduct in line with NRC guidelines and support to determine if an investigation is necessary.
• When required, travel to carry out high-quality, internal investigations in country offices in the region or other NRC locations, including documentation analysis, interviews of witness’s and subjects of complaints and other investigative actions. Position may require extensive travel to remote areas with limited amenities.
• In consultation with other NRC regional positions, the HO Anti-Corruption and Investigations Specialist, the HO PSEA Unit, and other relevant Head Office staff, coordinate due process and help promote compliance with NRC polices and processes.
• Prepare regular analysis reports for regional management, the HO Anti-Corruption and Investigation Specialist, and the HO Head of PSEA and Safeguarding, outlining trends and highlighting specific issues related to investigations including corruption, and sexual exploitation and abuse in the region.
• Support in tracking all ongoing incidents, cases, and relevant documentation according to NRC standards via case filing system and online case tracking system.
• Support the operation of whistleblowing and complaint and feedback mechanisms, including appropriate response and follow up with whistle blowers and complainants.
• Train, coach, and mentor country office staff who participate in investigations
• Contribute to the development of capacity building programmes, including but not limited to Code of Conduct, investigations and Anti-Corruption.
• Roll out capacity building and learning while in country offices.
• Support high risk investigations, offload large caseloads or cover leave/absence in other offices or regions upon request and in line with NRC procedures
• Lead on tracking and follow up of investigations and recommendations with relevant countries based on investigation findings and trends
• Please view this job description for more details on the role

Generic professional competencies:
• University degree or equivalent in investigations; or significant training and experience in the field of investigations
• Formal training and/or certification in investigative methodology (ACFE, CIP) or significant training and experience in the field of investigations
• At least 5 years investigative experience
• Fluency in written and spoken English

Context/Specific skills, knowledge, and experience:
• Knowledge of the context in the larger Eastern Africa & Yemen region desirable
• Experience with administrative investigations
• Management experience in the humanitarian sector.
• Relevant international work experience, ideally in conflict or post-conflict settings
• Experience in conducting survivor centered approaches when handling cases of sexual exploitation and abuse in humanitarian settings
• Clear ethical focus, high integrity, and ability to confidentially handle sensitive information
• Attention to detail, and ability to manage/support on large number of incidents/cases

What We Offer
• Female candidates are strongly encouraged to join our work culture that empowers every employee to share ideas and take responsibility: At NRC, we think outside the box. We encourage ideas and give responsibility to all employees at all levels, to help solve the complex issues that we face. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative
• 12 months fixed term contract in a family duty station
• Mid-management grade 9 in NRC's grade structure
• An opportunity to match your career to a compelling cause
• A chance to meet and work with people who are the best in their fields
• Internal candidates are encouraged to apply but we are also open to external applicants who can show a commitment to NRC and being part of a challenging, but important mission to make a difference.


Work Hours: 8


Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education:
Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure

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Job Info
Job Category: Consultant/ Contractual jobs in Kenya
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: 23 December 2022
Duty Station: Nairobi
Posted: 09-12-2022
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 09-12-2022
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 09-12-2066
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