Consultant, Intelligence Analyst

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WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.

ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of extreme weather shocks.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

To learn more about WFP, visit our website: https://www.wfp.org and follow us on social media to keep up with our latest news: YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok.

WHY JOIN WFP?

• WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.
• WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.
• WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.
• A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.
• We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT: The United Nations World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our life times. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and mostvulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.

JOB PURPOSE: As part of the OIGI Operations & Investigation Support team, the position’s main purpose is to conduct operational and strategic analysis, working closely with the Investigations Officer (Analyst) and other subject-matter experts. The incumbent is expected to perform analysis, apply relevant standards and guidance principles, and collect preliminary data, to identify links between and within cases and identify investigative avenues.

ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Review and assess complaints and allegations (herein preliminary assessments), formulate investigation plans,review and analyse all information to determine its relevance and reliability (as required), prepare, plan and conduct interviews of staff and other involved parties, obtain and analyse potential documentary and electronic evidence,conduct investigative research, and determine the appropriate presentation of preliminary assessments /investigative results;

2. Carry out office and field based preliminary assessments, and where necessary investigations, into allegations of violations of policies, procedures, standards, guidelines, and applicable rules and regulation;

3. Offer guidance and advice to WFP employees on matters pertaining to the investigation of wrongdoing and direct staff appointed by field offices to conduct investigations into allegations;

4. Prepare, plan and write reports and ad-hoc briefs pertaining to preliminary assessments and/or investigations;

5. Prepare recommendations for corrective action and improved controls, effectiveness, or efficiency of WFP operations based on the findings of investigations (as required);

6. Regularly appraise progress of preliminary assessments and / or investigations and assess probable impact of investigation outcome relative to strategies and advise colleagues;

7. Coordinate with local officials, governments, and outside organizations and obtain internal support (transport, interpreters, etc.) to resolve problems and to facilitate work of the team;

8. Analyse complex datasets using appropriate software and produce analytical outputs to support strategic decision making and/or investigative work;

9. Perform other related duties as required.

DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF THE CONTRACT:

Conduct analysis on different datasets using the appropriate tools and techniques and produce analytical outputs in agreed timelines.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Education:

Education: An advanced university degree in criminology, law or related relevant field. Training from a police academy, law enforcement or similar government agency, with experience in investigations, can be considered in lieu of a university degree.

Experience: Experience: More than or equal to three years of relevant experience in contributing and/or conducting investigations, with a proven track record in conducting preliminary assessments, data analysis and/or planning, leading and executing investigations, and with a focus on fraud and/or sexual harassment and abuse.

Previous experience in the conduct of investigations with a UN organization or international financing institution and working in developing countries is an asset.

Previous experience conducting analytical work in the context of investigations or crime related research is an asset.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Full and in-depth knowledge of all aspects of investigations work, especially in an international environment.

• Good knowledge of different investigative methods.

• Good understanding of linkages between policy and operational practices.

• General knowledge of UN system policies, rules, regulations and procedures.

• Familiarity with the use of various research methodologies and sources, including electronic sources and databases.

• Knowledge and understanding of methodologies for information collection, collation and analysis.

• Ability to analyze information, identify trends and anomalies.

• Expertise in handling facts/evidence related to investigations.

• Experience utilizing computer programs, word processing, spreadsheets, data capture systems and other analytical software packages and systems.

Languages:

Written and oral proficiency (native or fluent) in English and Spanish and/or French is essential for this position. Knowledge of another UN official language (Arabic, Russian or Chinese) or Portuguese is an advantage.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.

Click here to access WFP Leadership Framework

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact: global.inclusion@wfp.org

NO FEE DISCLAIMER

The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. Therefore, you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web.

REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• All applications must be submitted exclusively through our online recruiting system. We do not consider CVs or applications sent by email, LinkedIn, or any other channel.

• We strongly recommend that your Workday profile is accurate and complete, and that all sections are filled in, including your employment history, academic qualifications, language skills, and UN grade (if applicable). Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.

• If you experience technical issues while submitting your application, you may contact us at global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org. Please note that this email is only for technical issues with an application - unsolicited applications or documents sent to this inbox will not receive a reply.

• At the application stage, the only required documents are your CV and Cover Letter. Additional documents (passport, certificates, recommendation letters, etc.) may be requested later in the process.

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process.

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.

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Working with WFP

Our greatest strength is the people working around the world providing access to nutritious food and promoting lasting solutions to those we serve. WFP provides its staff with meaningful and impactful careers, continuous learning and training, and a multicultural and stimulating work environment.

WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status, physical or mental disability.

About WFP

The United Nations World Food Programme is the 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate. We are the world’s largest humanitarian organization, saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters, and the impact of climate change.

Read more about WFP’s history here, and WFP’s mission here

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Our values and behaviours

Integrity, collaboration, commitment, humanity, inclusion. These values inspire everything we do every day, allowing us to work towards a world with zero hunger. You can read more about the values here.

Our behaviour guides us in how we accomplish our mission. All WFP employees are expected to demonstrate the standards of behaviour described in the WFP Leadership Framework. Learn more about the WFP Leadership Framework here.

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