UNICEF

Investigation Manager, P-4, FTA, Office of Internal Audit & Investigation, Nairobi, Kenya, #00103395

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Duty station
🇰🇪 Kenya
Country / area
Kenya
Region
Africa
UN system
Fund/Programme
Title
Investigation Manager, P-4, FTA, Office of Internal Audit & Investigation, Nairobi, Kenya, #00103395
Organization
UNICEF
Location
Kenya
Deadline
29 Jul 2026 11:55 PM
Closes
7/29/2026, 8:55:00 PM

About this role

The Investigation Manager (P-4) leads and manages investigations into allegations of fraud, abuse of authority, mismanagement, harassment, and sexual exploitation and abuse within UNICEF. Based in Nairobi, Kenya, the incumbent provides day-to-day management and technical oversight of specialist investigative capacity, including through matrix management arrangements. The role involves making recommendations for corrective action and improved controls to enhance organizational integrity and accountability. The position requires strong leadership, investigative expertise, and the ability to manage complex cases while ensuring compliance with UN standards and policies. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in conducting thorough investigations, managing investigative teams, and implementing effective control measures. This role is critical in upholding UNICEF's commitment to safeguarding children and maintaining a safe and ethical working environment.

Key requirements

  • 5+ years in investigations or audit
  • Master's degree in Law or related
  • Fluency in English

Nice to have

Requirements at a glance

Min. experience
Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in investigations, audit, or related fields.
Required degree
Master's degree in Law, Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or a related field.
Languages
English

Under the overall supervision and guidance of the Chief of the Investigations Unit, and based in Nairobi, the Investigation Manager carries out investigations into allegations of fraud, abuse of authority, mismanagement, harassment, sexual harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse and/or retaliatory actions in or affecting UNICEF, and makes recommendations for corrective action and improved controls. The incumbent also provides day-to-day management and technical oversight, including through matrix management arrangements, of specialist investigative capacity as assigned. Location: Kenya Deadline: 29 Jul 2026 11:55 PM

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