Senior Investigator — Global Investigations & Data Analytics

UN Secretariat; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The UN Secretariat invites applications for an Investigator within the Investigations Division (ID) of the Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS) in New York. The investigator will plan, conduct, and manage complex inquiries into misconduct, fraud, and violations of UN rules, including SEA and harassment, often involving travel.

Qualified candidates hold an advanced law degree (or equivalent) with at least seven years of progressive investigation experience, strong interviewing skills, and

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in law or related field is required; substitution with a first-level degree and additional experience possible.
• Minimum seven years of progressive investigations experience, including supervisory functions.
• Experience in interviewing subjects and witnesses for investigations and international investigations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, conduct, and manage investigations into alleged misconduct and violations.
• Lead investigation teams, coordinate activities, define parameters and timelines.
• Gather evidence, conduct interviews, analyze facts, draft comprehensive reports with corrective actions.

Skills

Professionalism in investigations

Data analysis

Interviewing techniques

Evidence gathering

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Communication skills

Teamwork

Decision making

Education

Master's degree in law or related field

First-level university degree with 2+ years qualifying experience

Job description

The UN Secretariat invites applications for an Investigator within the Investigations Division (ID) of the Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS) in New York. The investigator will plan, conduct, and manage complex inquiries into misconduct, fraud, and violations of UN rules, including SEA and harassment, often involving travel.

Qualified candidates hold an advanced law degree (or equivalent) with at least seven years of progressive investigation experience, strong interviewing skills, and