Head Investigation
Quick answer
The World Health Organization (WHO) is hiring a senior Head Investigation at its HQ/IOS Office of Internal Oversight Services in Geneva, Switzerland, with a fixed-term appointment, paying an annual base salary of USD 117,953 and a variable post adjustment of USD 8227 per month.
- Role
- Head Investigation
- Organization
- HQ/IOS Office of Internal Oversight Services GPA
- Location
- Switzerland-Geneva
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- USD 117,953 (annual base salary) + variable post adjustment (USD 8227 per month)
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Head Investigation position at WHO's HQ/IOS Office of Internal Oversight Services is responsible for managing investigations into allegations of misconduct, formulating policies, and ensuring ethical conduct and accountability within the organization.
What you'll do
- Formulate and implement policies and procedures for the management of investigations
- Contribute to the formulation of policies for ethical conduct and accountability
- Manage the Investigation function efficiently
- Liaise and represent IOS with entities within and outside WHO
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of WHO's legal framework for addressing noncompliance
- Maintain systems for intake, assessment, and prioritization of complaints
What it takes
- Advanced level university degree in law, accounting, audit, business administration or another directly relevant field
- A minimum of 15 years of progressively responsible professional experience in investigations, prosecutions or related oversight functions, including at least five years at the international level
- Demonstrated experience in investigating or prosecuting complex cases involving fraud, workplace misconduct, proactive fraud investigations or forensic accounting investigations
- A minimum of five years of managerial experience, including team leadership and oversight of investigation-related work
What you'll bring
How we treat you
30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Switzerland-Geneva, at the HQ/IOS Office of Internal Oversight Services GPA.
What is the compensation package?
The compensation package includes an annual base salary of USD 117,953 and a variable post adjustment of USD 8227 per month, along with 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced level university degree in a relevant field, 15 years of experience in investigations, and at least five years of managerial experience.
How do I apply?
Applications should be submitted by October 29, 2026, and candidates should be prepared to provide scanned copies of their degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position.
Is the job remote?
The job is not remote; it is based in Switzerland-Geneva, at the HQ/IOS Office of Internal Oversight Services GPA.
How to apply
Apply directly on HQ/IOS Office of Internal Oversight Services GPA's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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