In person in NY, Budapest, or Nairobi or remote
- Under the overall guidance of the Chief of the
Investigation Team (NY or Budapest/Nairobi) and direct supervision of an
Investigation Manager, you will undertake the following tasks:
- Assist with the analysis of information and data
related to initial assessments and/or investigations;
- Research UNICEF systems and sources of
information, as well as open-source material in support of case
assessments and investigations;
- Contribute to the production of case
assessments, notes for the record, investigation, advisory and other
official, evidence-based reports and memoranda;
- Assist with the review of investigations
conducted by third-party implementing partners, including civil society
organizations into matters within OIAl’s jurisdiction;
- Assist with the intake and triage of incoming
sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA) and child safeguarding (CSG) reports,
including those implicating personnel of UNICEF partners in particular,
identifying urgent actions such as referrals for victim assistance or to
other UN entities;
- Assist with registering and updating SEA/CSG
reports in internal case management systems and the Secretary-General’s UN
System-wide SEA Reporting Mechanism, ensuring accuracy and data integrity:
- Analyze case data to identify trends and
prepare statistical and qualitative reports for internal and external
stakeholders;
- Assist with the identification, collection,
review, presentation and assembly of evidence, including participating in
investigative interviews, drafting interview synopses, compiling and
submitting official requests for information and reviewing interview
transcripts;
- Contribute to periodic and ad hoc reporting on
team activities and investigation progress;
- Undertake training in the use of UNICEF systems
and sources of information.
- Carrying out other tasks as may be assigned by
OIAI management.
Minimum requirements:
- Graduated within the past two years or be
currently enrolled in a university or an Advanced Degree Program.
- 0-2 years of relevant experience in legal
activities and/or investigation-related functions.
- Fluency in English is required. Working
knowledge of Arabic, French or Spanish is a strong advantage. Knowledge of
another language, such as Chinese, Russian, Pashto or Bangla, is
considered an asset.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage
sensitive case-related information.
- Excellent knowledge of MS Office and relevant
computer systems and applications.
- Excellent communication, writing and
interpersonal skills.
- Good organizational skills and attention to
detail.
- Ability to work effectively on multiple
assignments simultaneously and adapt to the changing requirements.
How to Apply