Investigation Consultant

World Food Programme; United States; Remote; USD 111,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

The World Food Programme is seeking a consultant to support its Office of Investigations and Inspections (OIGI). The role focuses on reviewing allegations, conducting investigations, interviewing stakeholders, and drafting thorough investigative reports in a UN environment.

Candidates should have a university degree in investigations or law and relevant experience. Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills are essential; proficiency in English and French is required.

Qualifications

• University degree in investigations, law or a related field.
• Experience or training in investigations is preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication in English and French.

Responsibilities

• Review complaints and allegations for relevance and reliability.
• Conduct investigations into policy violations and applicable rules.
• Plan, interview, and document investigations; draft reports and briefs.
• Assess evidence, due process, and compliance with standards.
• Help develop internal investigative framework, procedures, and templates.
• Recommend corrective actions and improvements to WFP operations.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Skills

French language

English language

Education

University degree in investigations and law

Job description

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

31 October 2026-23:59-GMT+01:00 Central European Time (Rome)

WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.

ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of extreme weather shocks.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

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WHY JOIN WFP?

• WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.
• WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.
• WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.
• A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.
• We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:

The Consultant will report to the Director, Office of Inspections and Investigations (OIGI) and/or his delegate as appointed by the Director of OIGI. The consultant will specifically deliver their work either individually or within a multidisciplinary team. The ultimate goal and mission of the OIGI is to conduct independent investigations into allegations of misconduct involving WFP staff, contractors and other applicable persons.

ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.Review and assess complaints and allegations, analyzing all information to determine itsrelevance andreliability;

2.Carry out investigations into allegations of violations of policies, procedures, standards,guidelines, andapplicable rules and regulations;

3.Prepare, plan, record and conduct interviews;

4.Prepare and draft investigation reports and ad hoc briefs pertaining to investigations;

5.Conduct a review of investigation reports, including adequacy and sufficiency of the evidence,consideration ofdue process and substantive issues, and compliance with applicablejurisprudence and professional standards;

6.Contribute to the development of OIGI investigative internal framework (policies, standardoperatingprocedures, guidelines and templates);

7.Prepare recommendations for corrective action and improved controls, effectiveness, orefficiency of WFPoperations based on the findings of investigations;

8.Perform other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Education: A university degree in investigations, law or any other relevant field. Training from a police academy or another law enforcement agency, with extensive experience in investigations can be considered in lieu of a university degree.

Experience:

At least [3] [5] years of progressively responsible professional experience related to investigations, or disciplinary processes.

Previous experience in the conduct of investigations or disciplinary processes with a UN organization or international financing institution is an asset.

Knowledge & Skills:

Full and in-depth knowledge of all aspects of investigation work especiallyin an International environment.

Good understanding of linkages between policy and operational practices.

General knowledge of UN system policies, rules, regulations andprocedures.

Mature judgment, strong technical, analytical, interpersonal and communications skills.

Demonstrated knowledge of investigations and ability to identify key investigation issues.

Resourcefulness, initiative, maturity and the ability to work independently.

Excellent planning and organizational skills.

Proven ability to develop and maintain effective working relations with officials at all levels.

Languages:

Written and oral proficiency both in French and English is a must for this position. Knowledge of another UN official language (Arabic, Spanish, Russian or Chinese) or Portuguese is an advantage.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact: [e-mail]

NO FEE DISCLAIMER

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All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.