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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 climate change.

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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).

JOB TITLE:
Investigations Officer (Intake)
TYPE OF CONTRACT:
Regular Consultant
UNIT/DIVISION:
OIGI DUTY STATION (City, Country): HQ Rome (REMOTE WORKING FROM PPR) DURATION: 11 months
BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:
ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT: The United nations World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our life times. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.
JOB PURPOSE: As part of the OIGI Intake team, the position’s main purpose is to conduct reviews of complaints and allegations, working closely with the Head of Intake and other subject-matter experts. The incumbent is expected to perform analysis, apply relevant standards and guidance principles, and collect preliminary data, to recommend proceeding or not with an allegation.
ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
1.Review and assess complaints and allegations (herein preliminary assessments), formulateinvestigation plans,review and analyse all information to determine its relevance and reliability(as required), prepare, plan and conduct interviews of staff and other involved parties, obtainand analyse potential documentary and electronic evidence,conduct investigative research, anddetermine the appropriate presentation of preliminary assessments /investigative results;
2.Carry out office and field based preliminary assessments, and where necessary investigations,into allegations of violations of policies, procedures, standards, guidelines, and applicable rulesand regulation;
3.Offer guidance and advice to WFP employees on matters pertaining to the investagation ofwrongdoing and direct staff appointed by field offices to conduct investagations into allegations;
4.Prepare, plan and write reports and ad-hoc briefs pertaining to preliminary assessments and/orinvestigations;
5.Prepare recommendations for corrective action and improved controls, effectiveness, orefficiency of WFP operations based on the findings of investigations (as required);
6.Regularly appraise progress of preliminary assessments and / or investigations and assessprobable impact of investigation outcome relative to strategies and advise colleagues;
7.Coordinate with local officials, governments, and outside organizations and obtain internalsupport (transport,interpreters, etc.) to resolve problems and to facilitate work of the team;
8.Perform other related duties as required.
DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF THE CONTRACT:
Preliminary assessments completed as per OIGI standard practice.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Education: An advanced university degree in criminology, law or related relevant field. Training from a police academy, law enforcement or similar government agency, with experience in investigations, can be considered in lieu of a university degree.
Experience: More than or equal to two years of relevant experience in contributing and/or conducting investigations, with a proven track record in conducting preliminary assessments and or planning, leading and executing investigations, and with a focus on fraud and/or sexual harassment and abuse.
Previous experience in the conduct of investigations with a UN organization or international financing institution and working in developing countries is an asset.
Knowledge & Skills:
• Full and in-depth knowledge of all aspects of investigations work, especially in anInternational environment.
• Good knowledge of different investigative methods.
• Good understanding of linkages between policy and operati onal practices.
• General knowledge of UN system policies, rules, regulati ons and procedures.
Languages:
Written and oral proficiency (native or fluent) in English and Spanish and/or French is essential for this position. Knowledge of another UN official language (Arabic, Russian or Chinese) or Portuguese is an advantage.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

WFP is dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our recruitment process is inclusively crafted to welcome candidates of all backgrounds, celebrating diversity and ensuring a respectful environment for all. We aim for an accessible and fair recruitment journey. Should you need any reasonable accommodations or have accessibility concerns, please reach out to us confidentially at global.inclusion@wfp.org. Our DEI team is here to ensure your full participation in our recruitment process.

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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, language skills and UN Grade (if applicable).
• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.
• Please make sure you upload your professional CV in the English language
• Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover Letter
• Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future time
• Please contact us at global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org in case you face any challenges with submitting your application
• Only shortlisted candidates will be notified

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.