African Development Bank Division Manager - Investigations Division Job in Kenya

Position Title: Division Manager - Investigations Division (IACD.2)

Grade: PL-2

Position: N°: 50083715

Reference: ADB/13/077

Closing date: 25/06/2013

Objectives

The Investigations Division (IACD.2) of the Integrity and Anti-Corruption Department (IACD.0) shall have the overriding mandate to undertake unhindered investigations into allegations of fraud, corruption and malpractices. 

The Investigations Division shall direct and control comprehensive investigations into allegations of fraud, corruption and other malpractices in Bank Group-financed Operations. The outcome of these investigations will be transmitted under mechanisms elaborated under the Bank’s Sanctions’ processes.

The Division is also responsible for the conduct of investigations into allegations of fraud, corruption, and misconduct involving Bank Group staff with regard to Bank Group-financed Operations, administrative budgets, and the misuse of Bank resources. 

The outcome of these investigations will be transmitted to the President and administered under the Bank’s disciplinary framework.

In undertaking investigations, the Division shall maintain the highest standard of professional proficiency and integrity, and shall be guided by ethos of confidentiality, fairness, equity and due diligence. 

To achieve its mandate, the Division is supervised by the Manager who shall report directly to the Director, Integrity and Anti-Corruption Department (IACD.0) and shall be empowered to:

• Manage and operate procedures and mechanisms for ensuring confidentiality of the hotline facility, protection of whistle-blowers and anonymous reporting of fraud, corruption and misconduct within the Bank and in activities financed by the Bank Group in Regional Member Countries (RMCs);  Identify, receive, screen and investigate allegations or whistle-blowing on fraud, corruption, collusion, coercive and obstructive malpractices as well as other  malpractices in Bank Group-financed Operations;
• Prepare Investigation Reports relating to investigative findings as well as Management Implication Reports resulting from internal control weaknesses giving rise to the occurrence  of an investigative event;
• Monitor and report regularly to the Director (IACD) on the allegations received and screened and their investigation status and implementation of recommendations, as well as performance of any other tasks as instructed by the Director;  Monitor compliance with Bank Group’s policies, procedures and guidelines, relating to integrity and prevention and use of surveillance measures  for the furtherance of investigations;
• In consultation with the Integrity and Prevention Division (IACD.1), provide support for maintenance of IACD’s record management system and in sanctions and cross-debarment activities;  Develop and manage the case management system, investigative tools, procedures, and mechanisms for investigations to enhance transparency and accountability;  Provide investigative support programs for project beneficiaries and Regional Member Countries (RMCs), where required;
• Participate in the preparation of work plans, progress reports, key performance indicators and annual reports; In consultation with the Integrity and Prevention Division (IACD.1), review transactions or investigations to ensure that operations financed by the Bank Group comply with Bank Group policies and applicable international conventions.

Duties and responsibilities

• Under the direct supervision of the IACD Director, the Division Manager for the Investigations Division shall carry out the following duties and responsibilities:
• Supervising the Division’s professional and general support staff and have managerial accountability over their work;
• Planning and allocating resources for the purpose of achieving the Division’s objectives;
• Supervising the Division’s investigative activities with full regard to due process; and ensuring that tasks assigned to Investigators are achieved to the highest standards of quality, thoroughness, accuracy, timelines and objectivity;
• Providing advice to Investigators on investigative plans and instruments, the generation of evidence required to substantiate allegations for sanctions proceedings, interview strategies and other matters related to investigative activities as required;
• Mentoring and training staff members on effective investigative tools and techniques;
• Data-mining and analysing Bank Group’s databases and information that would lead to investigations.
• Ensuring the effectiveness of procedures and mechanisms for whistle-blowing as well as fraud and corruption allegations receipt systems;
• Clearing investigation reports from the Division for onward transmission to the Director, IACD;
• Providing advice and recommendations to the Director, IACD, on the appropriate actions to be taken as a result of investigations;
• Participating in the preparation and representation of IACD at the Sanctions Board hearings;
• Assessing compliance with conditions for non-debarment and release from debarment in line with imposed sanctions;
• Ensuring that proper and safe procedures are in place for the protection of Whistle-blowers as well as Investigators;
• Ensuring the transparency of the Investigations Division’s procedures and policies and their openness to scrutiny;
• Maintaining utmost discretion and confidentiality regarding investigations undertaken by the Division under his/her responsibility;
• Preparing annual activity report on the activities of the Division;  
• Contributing to the Department’s Integrity Annual Reporting and its publication on the Bank’s website;
• In liaison with the Integrity and Prevention Division (IACD.1), acting as the Bank’s focal point vis-à-vis the sister institutions in harmonisation and representation activities;
• Collaborating in multilateral efforts to mitigate the risks of fraud or corruption in development activities;
• Leading special initiatives/projects and undertake other ad hoc assignments upon demand.

Selection Criteria

Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

• At least a Master’s degree or equivalent in Law, Criminology, Audit, Forensic Accounting or any related fields; A professional qualification in Fraud Examination would be an added advantage;
• Preferably a minimum of 8 years of extensive and progressive experience including in a multi-lateral development financial institution or relevant development organization, and demonstrated leadership, management and supervisory skills.
• Substantial professional experience in investigative work, preferably investigation relating to fraud and corruption in public or private sector, including criminal prosecutions or defence work, internal fraud /corruption and misconduct investigations in a corporate or government setting, tracing stolen funds etc.;
• Reliable, broad and current understanding of the modus operandi of corrupt entities (i.e. large, medium and small companies, consultants and consulting firms, etc.) in a development or similar context and/or procurement, investment and development aid related to fraud, corruption, collusion, coercion and obstructive practices in the African Development Bank’s Group’s sphere of operations;
• Experience in working and living in Africa;
• Strong and proven ability to communicate, write, present and clearly defend findings and recommendations of investigations; 
• Strong organisational and analytical ability, attention to detail and ability to work independently and manage challenges;
• Integrity and strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to provide team leadership and to develop trust and demonstrate fairness;  Strong interviewing skills, capacity to influence and win the confidence of difficult witnesses;
• Ability to communicate and write effectively in English and/or French with a good working knowledge of the other language;
• Competence in the use of the Bank’s standard software applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

To apply for this position, you need to be national of one of AfDB member countries.

Only applicants who fully meet the Bank's requirements and are being considered for interview will be contacted. 

Applicants will only be considered if they submit an online application, and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). 

The AfDB President reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level. 

The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply: Apply for this position