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Internal Auditor

Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons

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Job Description

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Join our Internal Oversight team! We’re looking for a dedicated and diligent colleague with knowledge and experience in the area of investigating or auditing as well as devoted to continuous learning and strong organisational skills.
 
As the Internal Auditor, you will ensure the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls. Your role involves undertaking internal audits and inspections to assure and maintain the efficiency and economy of the OPCW’s operations.
 
In this position, you will have the opportunity to illustrate interpersonal skills within a multicultural environment, integrity, and demonstrate professional competence.
 
This position is part of the Office of Internal Oversight (OIO) whose responsibility and key objectives are to ensure that transactions comply with policies, regulations, rules and directives.
Main Responsibilities:
Under the overall guidance and direct supervision of the Senior Evaluator, Investigator and QMS Officer, the Internal Auditor will perform the following duties:

 Investigations:

Support the OIO in conducting thorough internal investigations into alleged violations of organisational policies, regulations, or code of conduct by:

  • Planning investigations to identify all relevant lines of inquiry, ensuring efficient use of resources.
  • Identifying, collecting, and analysing information using software, internal data, and open-source resources.
  • Demonstrating understanding of information security and confidentiality in handling investigative information.
  • Collecting, recording, and handling evidence appropriately, maintaining the chain of custody.
  • Conducting interviews with subjects/suspects following best practice procedures to gather reliable information while ensuring due process.
  • Maintaining the Investigation database and updating case files for ongoing investigations.
  • Preparing high-standard investigation reports containing objective, factual summaries, and well-founded conclusions and recommendations.
Evaluations:

Support the OIO in conducting thorough evaluations by:

  • Actively participating in all stages of evaluations.
  • Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders for comprehensive information gathering.
  • Designing and implementing robust evaluation methodologies for assessing program, projects, and initiatives impact and effectiveness.
  • Contributing to the preparation of detailed evaluation reports with actionable recommendations.
  • Analysing and interpreting data to provide insightful contributions to decision-making.
  • Staying informed about relevant legal, ethical, and professional standards.
  • Contributing to the development and enhancement of evaluation policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Other Tasks:

Support the OIO in preparing and collaborating in the development of comprehensive internal investigation and evaluation work plans.

  • Contribute to the ongoing development and enhancement of investigation policies, procedures, and guidelines.
  • Analyse and interpret data collected during investigations and evaluations, providing actionable insights to support decision-making.
  • Stay abreast of relevant legal, ethical, and professional standards to ensure investigations and evaluations align with best practices.
  • Provide training and guidance to staff on investigation and evaluation processes, promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
  • Perform relevant OIO-related tasks as may be required.
Qualifications and Experience:

Education:
Essential:  Advanced University degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in investigations, management, finance, law, international law, criminal investigation or related field. A first-level degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) in the specified fields with two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Desirable: Professional certification in investigating, fraud prevention and detection, accounting or auditing, such as CFE, CFCS, CIA, CPA, CA, or equivalent in other national systems. Proficiency in computerized auditing or investigative software is desirable.

Knowledge and Experience:
Essential:  A minimum of two years of relevant experience in investigating or auditing. Experience with investigation activities is required. In case of a First University Degree, candidate should have four years of relevant experience.
Desirable:  Experience working within an international investigation or audit role (including consultancy firms), with a demonstrated track record of innovation and advanced investigation and/or auditing methodologies.

Skills:
 

To succeed in this role, you will need the following skills and competencies:
  • Ability to work independently, and within timelines.
  • Commit to continuous learning and staying updated on the latest developments in the field, with a focus on adopting cutting-edge technologies to meet evolving work requirements.
  • Proven planning, problem-solving and analytical skills, the ability to formulate informed opinions, make sound conclusions, and recommend innovative solutions.
  • Tact, accuracy, discretion, and respect for confidentiality.
  • Proficiency in computerized auditing or investigative software is desirable.
  • Written and oral communication skills, including the ability to present complex investigation and evaluation findings and recommendations, where relevant, concisely to diverse audiences.
  • Stakeholder management and communication skills, with a constructive approach to driving transformative change.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work seamlessly in a multi-cultural, diverse environment, fostering collaboration and respect for diversity.
Languages:
  • Fluency in English is essential and a good working knowledge of one of the other official languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish) is desirable.

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