CHIEF OF SECTION, INVESTIGATIONS
Quick answer
The Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS) is hiring a Senior CHIEF OF SECTION, INVESTIGATIONS in Entebbe, Uganda, with a temporary job opening until 30 June 2027, responsible for managing and conducting investigations.
- Role
- CHIEF OF SECTION, INVESTIGATIONS
- Organization
- Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS)
- Location
- Entebbe, Uganda
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Other
The role
The incumbent will serve as the Chief of the Investigations Section in the Entebbe Regional Office, Uganda, responsible for managing and conducting investigations of cases of alleged misconduct, malfeasance, mismanagement, waste of resources, abuse of authority, fraud, corruption, sexual exploitation and abuse, and violations of United Nations regulations and rules.
What you'll do
- Plan, organize, conduct and manage investigations of cases of alleged misconduct, malfeasance, mismanagement, waste of resources, abuse of authority, fraud, corruption, sexual exploitation and abuse, and violations of United Nations regulations and rules
- Ensure that investigations are carried out in a timely fashion and coordinated within the work of the Division and with other organizations of the United Nations system, as appropriate
- Ensure the preparation of investigation reports, together with findings and recommendations and related disciplinary and jurisdictional actions, as well as evidence and materials to support such actions
- Create and maintain a case activity list of the active and open investigations for priority setting and overall case management by the Deputy Director and the Director
- Prepare cases for submission to the United Nations justice system and/or referral to relevant national jurisdictions
- Liaise with other Offices’ and Departments’ staff and management, both at Headquarters in New York and at field missions worldwide, in discussing the work of the Office
What it takes
- Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in law or a field related to investigations
- A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in investigatory work, including criminal or administrative investigations
- Experience in interviewing subjects and witnesses in the furtherance of investigations
- Experience of working on international investigation activities
- Experience in investigation management and administration, together with supervisory functions
- Experience of working in an international or multilateral public institution
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Entebbe, Uganda.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced university degree in law or a related field, at least ten years of experience in investigatory work, and experience in interviewing subjects and witnesses.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted through the online recruitment platform, inspira, by visiting the provided link.
Is the job remote?
The job is based in Entebbe, Uganda, and may require travel to remote locations for extended periods.
How to apply
Apply directly on Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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