Investigator - P2

Vacancy no.:TEMP/IAO/P/2026/01
Publication date: 29 January 2026
Final date to receive applications (midnight Geneva time): 8 February 2026

This is a temporary assignment (Parental leave cover) for a short-term period starting as soon as possible and continuing through 14 August 2026.

The selection process is not subject to the rules and procedures defined in Annex I of the ILO Staff Regulations

The following are eligible to apply:

• Currently serving staff (WLT, FT, ST, SST) based in Geneva, Switzerland
• External candidates (regardless of their nationality, with the exception of Swiss nationals, should hold a residence or stay permit valid for Switzerland or neighboring France at the time of initiation of their recruitment formalities).

The ILO values diversity among its staff. We welcome applications from qualified women and men, including those with disabilities. If you are unable to complete our online application form due to a disability, please send an email to ilojobs.

* Conditions of employment for external candidates: In conformity with existing ILO practice, the appointment of an external candidate will normally be made at the first step of this grade.

The temporary position is located in the Investigation and Inspection Unit, Office of Internal Audit and Oversight (IAO) of the ILO. IAO is responsible for internal audit, inspection, monitoring and evaluation of the adequacy and effectiveness of the Organization's system of governance, risk management and internal controls. IAO is also responsible for investigation of financial and administrative misconduct and other irregular activities, including SEA and Retaliation.

In addition, IAO provides advisory services as and when requested by the Director-General or his designates.

Under the guidance of the supervisor, the main role of the position is to monitor and analyse data in preparation for investigations; to provide support to investigators during the investigation stage by gathering evidence and collecting information; and during the post-investigation stage by drafting summaries, minutes and reports.

The position reports to the Chief of the Investigation and Inspection Unit (IIU) under the general direction of the Director of IAO.

A first level university degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) in law or closely related fields.

• A first level university degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) in law or closely related fields.

• At least three years of relevant professional experience in criminal and/or administrative investigations.

• Excellent knowledge of one working language (English, French or Spanish) of the Organization.

• Working knowledge of another working language would be an advantage.

In addition to the ILO core competencies, this position requires:

• Knowledge of the organization’s mandate and its programme of activities.

• Knowledge of UN/ILO policies, procedures and jurisprudence relevant to administrative investigations would be an advantage.

• Ability to quickly and accurately analyse and summarize investigation findings, observations and recommendations.

• Excellent writing skills.

• Good interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to adapt message to culturally diverse audiences.

• Good analytical skills

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