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UNESCO
1,001 – 5,000 Employees
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UNESCO is a United Nations specialized agency working across education, culture, and the natural and social sciences. Its international programs support equal access to learning, protect cultural heritage, advance scientific and social cooperation, and promote peace and sustainable development. With a global network of governments and institutional partners, UNESCO brings together expertise and collaboration to address shared challenges across communities and countries.
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UNESCO Investigations Consultant, Internal Oversight Services (Paris Hybrid)

UNESCO seeks an investigations consultant to assess allegations involving misconduct, fraud, irregularities and other prohibited conduct. The role covers interviews, complete investigations and reporting to inform disciplinary or remedial decisions.

FRFranceHybridContractMiddleSeniorEnglish RequiredFrench RequiredConsultant
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Description

  • Evaluate allegations involving irregularities, misconduct, fraud, unsatisfactory conduct, harassment and abuse of authority.
  • Assess whether reported conduct breaches organizational rules, regulations, policies or criminal law.
  • Record allegations and draft recommendations on whether to investigate fully, refer the matter or close the case.
  • Carry out full investigations with authorization from the Director of IOS.
  • Work with investigation colleagues on complex cases.
  • Develop investigation work plans that define methodologies and intended actions.
  • Support the preparation of investigation plans and present them to the Director of IOS or an authorized delegate.
  • Collect, assess and analyze information for relevance and reliability.
  • Interview relevant parties and prepare accurate interview records.
  • Complete investigative research as needed.
  • Maintain documentation of investigative work for review by the Director of IOS or an authorized delegate.
  • Communicate investigative facts, circumstances and conclusions in a clear, concise and logical manner.
  • Recommend actions and draft reports supporting disciplinary or remedial measures.
  • Complete final reports and monitor implementation of recommendations.

Requirements

  • Master's degree in law, audit or a related discipline.
  • At least five years of professional experience conducting administrative, criminal or forensic investigations in an international organization or the public or private sector.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and follow a personal work plan.
  • Strong understanding of legal principles relevant to investigative work.
  • Ability to identify central investigation issues and collect, synthesize and analyze complex information and technical materials, including data.
  • Strong coordination and analytical capabilities.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for working in a culturally diverse environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to write investigative reports on complex matters with well-developed conclusions in English and French.
  • Demonstrated ability to conduct sensitive interviews while observing due process and duty-of-care requirements.
  • Ability to prepare interview transcripts in English and French.
  • Excellent command of English.
  • Good command of French.

Benefits

  • Contract renewal may be possible based on performance and available funding.
  • Remote work within the same time zone is permitted.
  • Applications are handled confidentially.
  • Individuals from minority groups, Indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.

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