Regional Investigation Officer 2 (800958) (Bogota (BOG), CO, 32475)

What we do

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) works around the world to provide humanitarian assistance to people affected by conflict and armed violence. We act in emergencies by promoting respect for international humanitarian law. We are an independent and neutral organization, and our mandate derives essentially from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. We work closely with National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and their IFRC to ensure a concerted, rational and rapid humanitarian response to the needs of victims of armed conflict or any other situation of internal violence.

The ICRC is strongly committed to diversity and inclusion. People with disabilities, ethnic minorities, LGBTQ people and women are encouraged to participate in our calls.

Do you want to know more about our work in Colombia? Visit our websites at: https://www.icrc.org/es

Code of conduct for ICRC staff | https://www.icrc.org/es/document/codigo-de-conducta-para-los-colaboradores-y-las-colaboradoras-del-cicr

Purpose

ICRC staff members are the organization's greatest asset in implementing its humanitarian mission to protect and assist people affected by armed conflict and other situations of violence. The ICRC seeks to safeguard high standards of integrity and professionalism, providing the ethical and behavioural framework that all staff are expected to respect in their daily work. The ICRC Code of Conduct (CoC) contains essential rules of behaviour that reflect the values underpinning the ICRC's mission. Working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, the Regional Investigation Officer 2 manages the regional case intake, delegates cases, and undertakes higher-risk investigations of alleged misconduct or violations of the ICRC internal policies and procedures, ensuring best practices.

Accountabilities & functional responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Regional Investigation Manager based in HQ, the

incumbent is responsible for the following duties:

• Plans, organizes, conducts and/or supervises investigations of the most serious and complex cases of harassment, corruption and fraud as well as sexual exploitation and abuse. This includes adducing evidence, obtaining and reviewing pertinent documentation, conducting interviews and taking statements, analysing facts, and determining findings.
• Undertakes investigations and ensures that inquiries and investigations are coordinated by the Ethics Risk and Compliance Office. Develops, implements, monitors, and evaluates assigned inquiries and investigations.
• Obtains and reviews relevant documentation; conducts interviews and takes statements; analyses facts, determines findings and formulates recommended disciplinary and jurisdictional actions; gathers and analyses electronic evidence.
• Determines whether matters involve potential fraud, corruption or other illegal or criminal conduct warranting referral to national authorities.
• Prepares complete and concise investigation reports and conducts post-investigation tasks.
• Works collaboratively and in coordination with colleagues to achieve Organizational goals, in accordance with the ICRC Code of Conduct Framework and Guidelines and in compliance with other Organizational principles and regulations.
• Performs other preventive compliance activities as required including training.
• Prepares cases for submission to the internal justice system and/or referral to relevant national jurisdictions and supports the case manager in the triage process.

• Manages and handles evidentiary material, including locating and liaising with relevant forensic institutions; cooperates and coordinates with the General Counsel and the Department of Operations.
• Liaises with staff and management both at headquarters and in delegations worldwide to discuss the work of the Ethics Risk and Compliance Office and provide advice and expertise related to inquiries.

Professional experience required

• University degree in Law, and or Human Resource Management, and/or professional certification (e.g., ACFE).
• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Participation in investigation training courses or CFE certification an asset.
• At least 6-10 years of experience with investigatory procedures and practice.
• Experience of International investigation is considered an asset.
• Expertise in investigation techniques, particularly where conduct also may have criminal implications that could result in prosecution before local courts.Knowledge of legal, procedural, and evidentiary standardsWide experience with investigatory procedures and practice within international organizationsPrevious experience in investigating internal fraud, sexual harassment, harassment, abuse of authority, and/or sexual exploitation and abuse cases is a strong asset.
• Experience with victim handling and safeguarding activities 

What we offer

1. Location: Bogota
2. Type of contract: Indefinite local contract (according to Colombian labor law).
3. Legal benefits: Affiliations to health, pensions, ARL and compensation funds.
4. Benefits: Support, assistance with glasses every two years, recognition of medical expenses not covered by the EPS, mental health and wellness support.
5. Possibility of flexible schedules.
6. The salary will be agreed according to the ICRC salary table.
7. Benefits for academics, languages and professional development.
8. Activity rate: 100%.
9. International savings of 11.5% of the monthly salary, financed by the organization.
10. 20 working days of vacation.
11. Start of the contract: immediate.