What we do

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) works worldwide to provide protection and humanitarian assistance to people affected by conflict and armed violence. We take action in response to emergencies and, at the same time, promote respect for international humanitarian law. We are an independent and neutral organization, and our mandate stems essentially from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. We work closely with National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and with their International Federation in order to ensure a concerted, rational and rapid humanitarian response to the needs of the victims of armed conflict or any other situation of internal violence. We direct and coordinate the international activities conducted in these situations.

Purpose

Working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, the Senior Investigation Officer is responsible for planning, organizing, and managing the most serious and complex investigations of alleged misconduct or alleged violations of ICRC internal policies and procedures, ensuring best practices. undertakes higher risk investigations of alleged misconduct or violations of the ICRC internal policies and procedures, ensuring best practices.

Accountabilities & Functional responsibilities

•    Leads and manages assigned investigation teams and/or supervises therein Investigation personnel and investigative consultants as determined by the Head of Investigation or designate.
•    May be assigned to manage an investigation sub-office in the field.
•    Manages and supports performance outcomes of assigned teams of Regional Investigation Officer 1.  
•    Substitutes the Regional Investigation Manager in their absence.
•    May be assigned as an expert focal point for SEAH and/or fraud investigation team.
•    Plans, organizes, conducts and manages investigations of alleged misconduct or alleged violations of ICRC internal policies and procedures. Prioritizes follow-up for the assigned teams based on advice from Head of Investigations or designate.
•    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 ICRC Code of Conduct Framework and Guidelines and in compliance with other Organizational principles and regulations.
•    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. 
•    As instructed by the Head of Investigations, 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. 
•    Works collaboratively and in coordination with colleagues to achieve organizational goals, in accordance with ICRC Code of Conduct Framework and Guidelines and in compliance with other organizational principles and regulations.
•    Performs preventive compliance activities as required, including contributing to staff training and lessons learned analysis.
•    Performs other managerial duties to support the operational function of the Investigation Unit as determined by the Head of Investigations or designate.

Relationships

• Interacts with the subject of investigations and other staff involved in or impacted by the case being investigated, and coordinates with senior management in line with Code of Conduct Operational Guidelines and Investigation Unit SOP.

• As directed by the Head of Investigations, interacts externally with relevant forensic institutions participating in the investigation and third parties (suppliers, etc.) impacted by the cases being investigated. This may also include IFRC, UN agencies and other international agencies’ compliance functions.,

Our operational & field constraints

• In line with the principle of neutrality, the ICRC does not assign personnel to a country of which they are nationals

• Candidates must be in good health and will have to do a medical check-up prior to departure in the field

• Candidates must possess a driving license (for manual transmission vehicles)

• Candidates must be prepared to accept unaccompanied postings (i.e. no spouse, partner, children or dependents) for at least the first 24 months

Professional Experience

• At least 8-10 years’ practical experience of investigations and investigatory procedures. Experience within international organizations an asset.

• Extensive work experience regarding legal, procedural and evidentiary standards.

• Advanced training in investigating Sexual Exploitation and Abuse and/or Fraud.

Education

• University degree law or other relevant subject and/or professional certifications in recognized institutions (e.g. ACFE)

• Fluent in English

• Second Language an asset

• Computer proficiency.

What we offer

• Rewarding work in a humanitarian and multicultural environment

• A two-week orientation course and other opportunities for further in-house training

• Attractive social benefits

• Join an ICRC talent pool and be considered for future assignments elsewhere

Additional information

• Working rate: 100 %

• Starting date: ASAP

• Location: Bogota, Colombia

• Length of assignment: 24 months, with option for renewals

• Application deadline: 04/05/2025

Our Values

• At the ICRC, we value impact, collaboration, respect, and compassion. We seek candidates who demonstrate behaviors based on these shared values. For more information on the ICRC values, please visit this page.