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About the Role:
BURN is looking for a Government Relations Lead who will be responsible for developing and executing effective government relations strategies that represent the organization's business plans and interests. This role supports the Director of Corporate Affairs to ensure that the organization effectively navigates the political landscape and advocates for its interests.

Candidates will show a good understanding of the policy environment and political processes in East Africa. Ideally, candidates will have excellent interpersonal skills as well as a keen eye for detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Director of Corporate Affairs, Head of Carbon Strategy and Head of Communications to drive BURN's mission and vision with governments, enhancing the company's brand while supporting the policy team initiatives managing crisis communication, and ensuring that all communication with public officials is aligned with the organization's goals and values.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Strategic Planning: Implement government relations strategies to engage with government officials and agencies that align with the organization’s goals.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Initiate and maintain relationships with government representatives, policymakers, and other stakeholders.
• Monitoring Legislation: Track and analyse legislative and regulatory developments that may impact the organization, providing timely updates to leadership.
• Advocacy and Lobbying: Advocate for the organization’s interests, preparing position papers, briefs, and presentations to communicate key messages effectively.
• Policy Analysis: Evaluate existing and proposed policies, providing insights and recommendations to inform organizational responses.
• Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams, including Communications, Carbon, Commercial, and Legal departments to ensure a cohesive approach to government relations.
• Event Coordination: Attend, as might be required from time to time, meetings, briefings, and events with government officials to foster dialogue and promote the organization’s initiatives.
• Public Affairs: Lead projects on public affairs strategies to enhance the organization’s reputation and visibility within the government sector.
• Reporting: Prepare reports and analyses for on government relations activities, outcomes, and strategic recommendations.
• Develop messaging and content for external affairs, including white papers, position papers, press releases, speeches, presentations, and other materials that enhance the organization's brand and promote its values, ensuring all communications are consistent, accurate, and aligned with the company's tone of voice and messaging guidelines.
• Enhance the effectiveness of government relations efforts within an organization by curating communications that target the government as follows:
  •  Message Development: Craft clear, consistent messages that align with the organization's goals and resonate with government stakeholders.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Help identify and engage key government officials, agencies, and influencers, fostering relationships that can benefit the organization.
  • Information Dissemination: Manage communication channels to share information about the organization’s initiatives, policies, and impacts with government entities.
  • Advocacy and Lobbying Support: Assist in developing advocacy strategies and materials including press releases, ensuring that the organization’s positions are effectively communicated.
  • Monitoring and Analysis: Monitor legislative and regulatory developments, providing insights and updates to inform organizational strategies.
  • Crisis Communication: Help manage communication with government stakeholders to maintain trust and transparency in times of crisis.
  • Event Coordination: Organize events, meetings, and briefings with government representatives to promote dialogue and collaboration.

Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in public policy, Communications, Public Relations, Law or a related field.
• A Master's degree or postgraduate certification in social sciences is desirable.
• 7 - 10 years of relevant experience in government relations, public relations, or related roles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and departments.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of best practices in corporate communication, crisis management, and media relations.
• Must possess exceptional writing skills and be able to compose engaging and accurate content that resonates with external audiences.
• Strong communicator who works well independently and with a team
• Must be resourceful and take initiative even when given minimal direction.

Duties

• Prepare written documentation for resettlement submission; ensure that records / files of individual cases are updated in a systematic and timely manner.
• Assess and review individual resettlement cases and prepare individual / group submission for scrutiny by the supervisor.
• Follow-up on cases from time of submission to final decision and departure.
• Comply with UNHCR's standard operating procedures on resettlement, ensuring timely action on cases.
• Assist in logistical arrangements of selection missions by resettlement countries.
• Coordinate travel and departure arrangements for refugees accepted for resettlement.
• Assist in maintaining and updating proGres or Consolidated Online Resettlement Tracking System (CORTS) database.
• Occasionally, assist in carrying out preliminary interviews and initial assessments, to process refugees for resettlement following established procedures.
• Occasionally, provide counselling to persons of concern (PoC).
• Provide administrative support for resettlement-related training activities, including organization of resettlement workshops and meetings as required.
• Assist in maintaining accurate resettlement statistics as well as up-to-date records on individual cases; assist in the preparation of reports.
• Draft / type routine correspondence to Field Offices / Multi-Country Offices / Headquarters.
• Systematically apply an Age, Gender and Diversity perspective in all aspects of the resettlement process; comply with UNHCR policy and guidelines on HIV/AIDS.
• Assist in mitigating resettlement fraud by reporting suspected fraud.
• Provide counselling to PoC.
• Support the identification and management of risks and seek to seize opportunities impacting objectives in the area of responsibility. Ensure decision making in risk based in the functional area of work. Raise risks, issues and concerns to a supervisor or to relevant functional colleague(s).
• Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Professional Work Experience

Years of Experience / Degree Level

• G4 - 1 year relevant experience with High School Diploma; or Bachelor or equivalent or higher

Certificates and/or Licenses

• International Relations, International Law
• (Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Desirable

• Good knowledge of resettlement issues and UNHCR resettlement policies and operational applications.
• Completion of UNHCR specific learning/training activities.

Functional Skills

• PR-Refugee Resettlement programs
• PR-Resettlement Anti-Fraud Policy and Procedures
• CO-Cross-cultural communication
• UN-Analysis of geo-political realities and their socio-cultural implications
• (Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Language Requirements

• For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English.
• For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language.
• For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Preparing and reviewing lease contracts and licenses for the user department;
• Reviewing court documents prepared by external lawyers;
• Monitoring legal cases being handled by external lawyers and preparing progress reports such as;
• Monitoring progress of court cases, attend court, prepare the Fund’s witnesses and attend pre-trial briefings;
• Providing recommendations to legal committee concerning out-of-court settlements;
• Reviewing transfer documents concerning title conveyance from the purchasers’ lawyer;
• Analyzing new laws and changes made and communicating the same to the concerned departments;
• Preparing legal reports and opinions on matters involving the Fund.
• Participating in preparing budget that relates with advisory services and performs same upon approval;
• Preparing legal briefs and renders legal advice and/or opinion on contract preparation/amendment, any policy & strategic issues as and when required;
• Reviewing contracts both local and international including loan, mortgage, pledge, guarantees etc. and provide warranted recommendations to protect the Fund’s interest;
• Participating in the development of standard contracts & formats used by various organs of the Fund;
• Planning and conducting research aiming at improving the provision of an efficient legal service to the Fund;
• Organizing and maintains updated rules, regulations, directives and circulars pertinent to the social security industry on the Fund’s portal;
• Participating in the dissemination of laws, rules and regulations affecting the social security sector;
• Assisting in researching on recurrent and controversial legal and practical issues affecting the social security sector and create the required awareness; and
• Checking that account opening applications of corporate bodies and others satisfy legal requirements
• Developing contract negotiation strategies and builds capacity for contract negotiation;
• Reviewing and drafting of contracts and development of standard templates for the Fund’s use;
• Developing and maintaining a comprehensive contract management database ensuring all Fund contracts are well archived and appropriately serialized;
• Maintaining a contractual risk register and developing mechanisms to identify early warning of risk to enable early interventions and mitigation;
• Monitoring legal risk to ensure that the Fund meets its statutory obligations and fulfils its strategic objectives;
• Participating in the development of records management and storage processes for all Fund title documents, legal correspondences and other critical legal documents; and
• Processing of registration of any new property acquired by the Fund.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• Served for a cumulative service period of six (6) years Post admission, three (3) of which must be at the Grade of Legal Officer I, PSSF Grade 7 or a comparable position;
• Bachelor’s Degree in Law or related field from a recognized institution;
• Membership to a relevant professional body and in good standing;
• Post graduate Diploma from Council for Legal Education;
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Fulfilled requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution; and
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results

SCOPE OF ROLE: 

Reports to: The  officer will work under the direct supervision and guidance of the Executive Secretary of ACERWC. 

Dimensions: Support the activities of the Working Group on Children's Rights and Climate Chang

Main duties and responsibilities of the Legal Researcher

• The Legal Researcher will be tasked to support the activities of the Working Group on Children's Rights and Climate Change as contained in the Resolution for the establishment of the Working Group. Specifically, the officer will be undertaking the following activities:
• Prepare and coordinate the meetings of the Working Group;
• Produce briefings on the impact of climate change on the rights and welfare of the child in Africa and present to the Working Group;
• Draft standards and develop effective strategies to combat and reverse the impact of climate change on the rights and welfare of the child;
• Undertake extensive  research into issues raised Good practice reports and peer-exchange sessions among CSOs and children on how they have reported on child rights and the environment/climate change to the ACERWC
• Provides support in the facilitation and organization of Cross-sectoral dialogue forums to advocate for climate justice and accountability to children at Pan-African, sub-regional and local levels
• Collect information on Good practice reports and peer-exchange sessions among CSOs and children on how they have reported on child rights and the environment/climate change to the ACERWC
• Coordinate the dissemination and popularization of the continental study on climate change and children’s rights in Africa; 
• Coordinate the various activities of the Working Group aimed at raising awareness and galvanizing action on the issue of climate change and children’s rights among African Union organs, Regional Economic Communities, National Human Rights Institutions, Civil Society Organizations, child and youth led organizations and other relevant stakeholders; 
• Draft the ACERWC’s documents (including Concluding Observations, letters of urgent appeals, etc) concerning children’s rights and climate change; 
• Produce regular quarterly reports on the activities of the Working Group; and
• Undertake any other tasks assigned by the Executive Secretary

SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS 

Accountability:

• Holds self-accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values
• Holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities - giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved

Ambition:

• Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves (and their team), takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages others to do the same
• Widely shares their personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates others
• Future orientated, thinks strategically

Collaboration:

• Builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, members and external partners and supporters
• Values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength
• Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to

Creativity:

• Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions
• Willing to take disciplined risks 

Integrity:

• Honest, encourages openness and transparency 

Qualifications

• At least an Advanced university degree in law, human rights, children’s rights/welfare, or other related disciplines. 
• A minimum of five years working experience in the area of child protection in the African context;
• Demonstrated knowledge of the African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child and the work of the African Committee of Experts on the Rights and Welfare of the Child;
• Experience in national or international organizations working on matters of children’s rights and climate change;
• Excellent research and analytical skills;
• Excellent and proven report writing skills.

The Opportunity

• Human Rights Watch is seeking a human rights professional to lead its Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Rights Program, one of HRW’s eight thematic research and advocacy programs, made up of 6 staff. The LGBT Rights Program defends and promotes the rights of LGBT people globally. Focal areas include violence and discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity, criminalization of same-sex conduct, restrictions on freedoms of expression and association, abuses in medical settings, and socio-economic rights including access to education, healthcare, and employment.
• The successful candidate will be a thoughtful, collaborative, and strategic leader with deep knowledge and experience working on a diverse range of human rights issues related to LGBT rights. The Director will be a persuasive advocate in the field, and have an impressive track record of driving change, a deep commitment to coalition building and equitable partnerships, and a strategic vision for HRW’s contribution to the global LGBT rights movement.
• The Director will be an experienced manager and demonstrate the ability and commitment to foster the safety and resilience of staff, to promote diversity and inclusion, to support sustainability of the organization, to be an effective communicator, to provide appropriate and timely feedback on staff performance, to build consensus with staff around key challenges and new research and advocacy approaches, and to ensure the highest research standards in a culture of learning, trust, teamwork, and collaboration
• The Director will represent the organization in national, regional, and international media on LGBT human rights issues; will advocate with high-level officials from governments, companies, the United Nations, and other regional and international bodies; will foster and strengthen partnerships with other human rights and civil society organizations, particularly local partners; and will lead our LGBT-related collaborations in the human rights movement. 
• The position will be based in any of HRW’s global offices. The Director will report to a Deputy Program Director in the Program Office and will lead a team of researchers based in various locations. We aim to be as flexible and supportive as possible in both the recruitment for and onboarding of this position. 

Responsibilities

• Develop strategies, set programmatic priorities, and plan and execute research and advocacy to best defend and advance LGBT rights as human rights globally;
• Ensure high research standards, including thorough vetting of research and media products, developing innovative research methods, and ensuring that the division’s work meets a high ethical standard;
• Collaborate with HRW staff in other program areas, including by reviewing products produced across the organization;
• Provide final editing of reports and other written interventions and take part in research and writing;
• Oversee the collection of detailed, contextualized information on human rights violations affecting LGBT people around the world, ensure the publication of accurate, comprehensive, insightful, strategic, and timely reports on those policies and practices, and ensure the use of those reports to generate effective and appropriate pressure to curb abuses;
• Collaborate with HRW’s security teams and others to ensure the safety and resilience of staff, information security, and security of interlocutors and partners;
• Work closely with the Development and Outreach Department to fundraise, identify and recruit donors, and prepare funding proposals;
• Maintain an extensive network of informed, supportive, individual donors based all over the world, and support, maintain and grow the network;
• Ensure that individual donors are kept updated and informed about the work of the program and work with Development colleagues in arranging events and briefing sessions for donors. This includes managing staff time and travel related to fundraising efforts and spending a significant amount of time meeting with donors and prospective donors;
• Manage budget setting and spending priorities, in co-operation with the Finance Department, and ensure that resources are allocated to maximize impact;
• Undertake extensive domestic and international travel; and
• Perform other responsibilities, as required.

Managerial Responsibilities:

• Lead, motivate, and mentor a thriving nine-person team, including communicating clear expectations, setting performance objectives, providing regular and timely constructive feedback, ensuring balanced workload, and providing guidance on professional growth;
• Supervise the team’s use of traditional media, multimedia, new technology, and other innovative tools to advance advocacy goals;
• Monitor staff well-being to help manage stress, and boost resilience;
• Promote an inclusive and positive work environment including by soliciting diverse points of views, encouraging staff to participate in diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, and proactively addressing any bias, or discrimination; and
• Model inclusive behavior and consistently adhere to HRW’s internal values;

Qualifications

• Education: An advanced (graduate) degree or equivalent work experience in law, social science, public policy, or a related field is required.
• Experience: A minimum of ten (10) years of relevant work experience with at least five years in a management role.

Related Skills and Knowledge:

• Self-motivated, creative, strategic thinker with senior-level experience working on LGBT human rights issues globally is required.
• Knowledge of LGBT rights movements worldwide and experience negotiating the political and ethical challenges such work poses is required.
• Excellent leadership skills and a depth and breadth of management and organizational skills, including the demonstrated ability to lead a team of talented professionals in multiple global locations is required.
• Fundraising and development experience is highly desirable.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks and work collegially in a demanding, diverse, and fast-paced professional environment is required.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills in English are required. Fluency in one or more languages other than English is highly desirable.
• Keen political judgment, proven initiative and follow-through, the ability to work quickly and well under pressure, and a commitment to human rights is required.
• Experience with LGBT research and advocacy in a transnational context and with groups relatively marginalized within larger LGBT communities is required.

Job Summary

• Provide legal counsel including litigation, legal actions, and loan recovery procedures.
• Supervise the preparation and assessment of legal documentation.
• Advise on regulatory and legal requirements to enhance compliance.
• Support the implementation of legal procedures and policies.
• Liaise with external stakeholders, including legal counsel, regulatory organizations, and other institutions.
• Facilitate training sessions on legal matters and collaborate with departments.

Desired Skills:

• Solid understanding of microfinance operations financial services
• Competency in legal research tools and case management software
• Problem-solving and negotiation skills
• Comprehensive understanding of financial, debt recovery and consumer protection laws
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Leadership and team management

Qualifications

• A law degree (LLB) from an accredited university. A Master’s degree in law is preferred. 
• Postgraduate Diploma in Law.
• Minimum 5 years’ post-admission experience in litigation, debt recovery, and relevant laws.
• Strong litigation experience in handling high-volume legal cases, revolving around debt collection. 
• Experience in banking and related financial services is required.

As an Investigation Officer, you will take part in internal reviews and assessments of received complains and allegations, efficiently plan and undertake complex investigations and prepare comprehensive reports. A large emphasis is placed on coordination of the work of investigative teams, development of policies and procedures, provision of advice on best practices with respect to investigations and guidance/training to other staff.

Investigations matters include Fraud and Corruption, Abusive Conduct, Sexual Exploitation and Abuse and other policy violation of WFP staff and contracted partners and vendors. 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority):

• Efficiently coordinate and undertake office and field-based complex investigations into allegations of violations of policies, procedures, standards, guidelines, and applicable rules and regulations.
• Coordinate preparation and/or prepare comprehensive reports and ad hoc briefs pertaining to complex investigations and, based on analysis and findings, make solid recommendations for corrective actions, improved controls and efficiency of WFP operations.
• Monitor, support and coordinate the work of investigative teams to ensure that outputs meet the quality standards and are delivered according to the established schedules.
• Effectively manage the work-flow of individual cases assigned to the Investigations Officers.
• Take part in internal review and assessment of received complains and allegations, and formulate comprehensive investigation plans for complex investigations.
• Assess the potential for fraud and corruption in operational activities and formulate solid recommendations for senior management decisions.
• Provide guidance and advice to WFP staff on matters pertaining to the investigation of wrongdoing, and direct staff appointed by field offices to assist in investigations.
• Regularly appraise progress of investigations, assess probable impact of investigation outcomes relative to strategies, and advice colleagues.
• Coordinate with local officials, governments, and external organizations and obtain their support such as interpreters or facts providers to facilitate investigative work.
• Effectively work, collaborate and coordinate with other control and monitoring functions as appropriate.
• Provide advice on and promote best practices with respect to investigations.
• Provide support in the preparation of work plans and the establishment of priorities in the investigation function.
• Assist in the development and implementation of investigators’ trainings.
• Develop policies and procedures and share best practices/lessons learnt from investigative work.
• Take responsibility for an equitable and inclusive workplace which incorporates all dimensions of the WFP diversity and inclusion framework.
• Other as required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Education: University degree in Criminology, Investigations, Law, Audit, Accounting or other related fields. Formal training and/or certification in various law enforcement methodologies/fraud examination or investigation.
• Experience: Typically eight years or more (of which three international) of relevant progressively responsible professional experience in planning, leading and executing complex criminal or administrative investigations in managerial or supervisory position.
• Language: Fluency (level C) in English language. Intermediate knowledge (level B) of a second official UN language: Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish, and/or Portuguese (a WFP working language).

Duties and Responsibilities
The Senior Investigator will:

• Contribute to the investigation of fraud, corruption, collusion, coercion and obstruction involving WBG operations in the specific region where hired. The Senior Investigator will be under the supervision of INT’s Regional Team Leader for that specific region and a Manager, External Investigations and will: 
• Manage and develop investigative strategies, plans and processes;
• Lead and contribute to investigations (which at times may be both major and/or complex) – collect testimonial, documentary, photographic, visual and physical evidence through witness and subject interviews, company audits, site visits, database and open-source research, document analyses and integrity risk reviews;
• Develop stand-alone work plans, objectively review work plans of other team members, lead  or, as part of a larger team, substantially contribute to multiple different cases within an assigned portfolio;
• Lead INT investigative missions, collaborate with and provide strategic advice to mission teams;
• Collaborate with WBG operational colleagues including Task Teams, perform site visits, identify and debrief sources, and explore various INT databases to help identify real or perceived operational risks that can lead to pro-active case (a case not entirely based on a complaint) development;
• Prepare, manage and deliver high quality case (e.g. Fact Memos, Investigative Plans, Interview Records, Notes to File and related case memos) and related investigative (Show Cause Letters, Final Investigative Reports, and all related briefing notes and memos) work products, in a thorough and timely manner;
• Produce clear, concise and compelling reports and briefs;
• Prepare, present and convincingly discus investigative findings, conclusions and recommendations at senior levels;
• Maintain client relationships in the face of conflicting demands or directions and provide evidence-based advice, and solutions based on sound analysis and facts;
• Liaise with other development partners including UN organizations to establish effective collaborations on matters of mutual interest;
• Collaborate very closely with:
  • INT’s Litigation Unit (SLU) to contribute to the preparation of Statements of Accusations and Evidence (SAEs), Settlement Agreements, Referral Reports, and Evidence Binders; and in preparing work products for the WBG’s sanction system;
  • INT’s Preventive Services Unit (PSU) in performing outreach initiatives, including by scheduling, planning and delivering preventative and lessons learned training with regional operational staff and partners and contributing actively to the identification and mitigation of regional integrity risks on a proactive basis;
  • Integrity Compliance Office (ICO) for successful completion of Settlement Agreements;
  • INT’s Internal Investigation Unit (IIU) to assess, strategize and, if necessary, jointly investigate hybrid cases (cases that have components that are both internal to WBG and external entities);
  • Relevant national authorities when necessary for successful conclusion of a case(s);
  • Develop an INT outreach plan for the region, as well as training materials for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Mentor and train junior staff;
  • Perform any other tasks as may be assigned for the successful operation of INT.

Selection Criteria

• The Senior Investigator must have a comprehensive understanding of investigative frameworks and procedures, including in a non-law enforcement environment. In INT time is of essence, and quality and efficiency are key: the Senior Investigator must therefore have the demonstrated sound judgment and present recommendations on whether or not to start, when to start, continue or conclude an investigation in light of varying and competing circumstances even with a bare minimum facts available; the ability to develop stand-alone work plans and strategies, and objectively review work plans and strategies prepared by other  colleagues in a timely manner; and demonstrated ability to lead teams, develop work programs, and be accountable for outputs and deadlines.
• INT encourages innovation in the ways it conducts business for impactful results – curiosity and ability to take informed risks and make smart decisions is therefore key: the Senior Investigator will have a clear advantage if they can demonstrate curiosity to introduce or try news methods, procedures, techniques, and technologies in investigation; have demonstrated art of persuasion in administrative  investigative environment (with no powers to compel); and demonstrated ability to make smart decisions which at times may be risk based.

The Senior Investigator is required to have:

• Graduate degree in law, criminal justice, criminology, business or public administration, civil engineering, qualification and experience in Investigative Journalism in financial crime, or other relevant areas, or equivalent practical experience.
• A certification in the following areas will be a clear added advantage:
  • Document Examination;
  • GIS and Remote Sensing;
  • Public Procurement;
  • Forensic Audit and Accounting
  • Fraud Examination (CFE)
  • Crypto Currency Expert (CCE)
• A minimum of eight years of relevant investigative, audit or related experience. 
• Substantial on-the ground investigative, audit or related experience in Africa is desirable.
• A minimum of eight years drafting work products, preferably in investigations, audits or litigation, and/or procurement.
• Demonstrated experience and skill with gathering, reviewing and analyzing investigative data, especially in relevant Regions.
• Proficiency with MS Office software (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint).
• Proficiency with case management systems and open-source investigative tools will be an advantage.
• Highest personal integrity with demonstrated ability to handle investigative matters in a discreet and strictly confidential manner.
• Willingness and flexibility to undertake mission travel in the relevant Region and/or other Regions of the world as circumstances may require, including in extremely challenging environments.

Language requirements

For Nairobi, Kenya: 

• Fluency in written and oral English is a mandatory requirement. Interviews will be conducted in English.
• Fluency in one or two of the Region’s major languages - French, Portuguese or Swahili is needed and will give qualified candidates a clear added advantage. In cases where a candidate declares that they speak either of the languages, such candidate will be tested. Candidates are required to state in their applications if they’re fluent in either of these languages. 

For Dakar, Senegal: 

• Fluency in written and oral English is a mandatory requirement. Interviews will be conducted in English.
• Fluency in one or two of the Region’s major languages - French or Arabic, is required and will give qualified candidates a clear added advantage. In cases where a candidate declares that they speak either of the languages, such candidate will be tested. Candidates are required to state in their applications if they’re fluent in either of these languages. 

For Bangkok, Thailand: 

• Fluency in written and oral English is a mandatory requirement. Interviews will be conducted in English.
• Fluency in one or two of the Region’s major languages - Bahasa Indonesia, Hindi, Mandarin, Urdu and/or Vietnamese; is needed and will give qualified candidates a clear added advantage. In cases where a candidate declares that they speak any of the languages, such candidate will be tested. Candidates are required to state in their applications if they’re fluent in either of these languages

For Vienna, Austria: 

• Fluency in written and oral English is a mandatory requirement. Interviews will be conducted in English.
• Fluency in one or two of the Region’s major languages – Russian, or another Eastern European language is needed and will give qualified candidates a clear added advantage. In cases where a candidate declares that they speak any of the languages, such candidate will be tested. Candidates are required to state in their applications if they’re fluent in either of these languages.
• INT is a diverse environment, culturally and professionally. The Investigative Analyst is expected to show the ability to work effectively in a diverse and multi-cultural environment.

Core Competencies:

• Lead and Innovate: Contributes new insights to understand situations and develops solutions to resolve complex problems. Adapts as circumstances require and manages impact of own behavior on others in context of WBG's values and mission. Identifies and pursues innovative approaches to resolve issues.
• Client Orientation:  Identifies solutions to meet needs and goals. Considers changing environment and sometimes competing demands in the forefront of all work activities. Maintains relationships in the face of conflicting demands or directions and proposes sustainable solutions based on good diagnosis; applies best knowledge and evidence-based advice. Seeks resources and skills to meet challenging and unexpected needs. Formulates effective development solutions that are sensitive to cultural values and beliefs of varied groups and is able to resolve differences, negotiate and bring to closure in a culturally sensitive manner. Delivers new insight and recommends actions or viable solutions for multiple groups and future needs related to goals and INT-wide results.
• Drive for Results:  Creates conditions to achieve challenging results. Identifies the needed resources to accomplish results involving multiple stakeholders and communicates the importance to business outcomes. Finds solutions to obstacles affecting key deliverables. Actively employs risk analysis and mitigates risk, making high-quality decisions on resource allocation and setting priorities for highest impact. Collaborates with others to make needed adjustments to work methods or systems to improve performance.
• Teamwork (Collaboration) and Inclusion:  Seeks to foster team collaboration and inclusion. Reaches out to contribute to the work of others in the VPU. Addresses challenges to effective teamwork contributing to the team staying organized and focused on work, even under stress. Shows leadership in ensuring the team actively seeks and considers diverse ideas and approaches. Directs and identifies the collaboration needed across boundaries, internally and externally in order to have lasting impact. Keeps teams fully informed to ensure integration and work consistency. Facilitates an open exchange of ideas among team members and across teams to select beneficial solutions among alternatives.
• Knowledge, Learning and Communication:  Transfers knowledge and communicates effectively across boundaries. Leads in the sharing of best practice, trends, knowledge and lessons learned across units and with clients and partners. Leads in designing thematic activities and knowledge-sharing forums and encourages others to participate. Articulates ideas, verbally and in writing, using appropriate language that is understandable and easily appreciated by a target audience that spans several client groups or departments. Provides a forum to mentor, guide and influence colleagues and others to share knowledge across boundaries. Applies expertise and experience to proactively innovate and challenge the status quo. 

Duties and Responsibilities

The Investigative Analyst will:

Contribute to the investigation of fraud, corruption, collusion, coercion and obstruction in WBG operations in the specific region where hired.  The Investigative Analyst will be under the supervision of INT’s Regional Team Leader for that specific region and the specific Manager, External Investigations to that region. 

• Develop and manage investigative strategies, plans and processes;
• Support or lead investigations (which at times may be both major and/or complex) – collect testimonial, documentary, photographic, visual and physical evidence through witness and subject interviews, company audits, site visits, database and open-source research, document analyses and integrity risk reviews;
• Be part of a team leading investigative processes – sometimes as a case leader; and lead/participate in INT investigative missions and collaborate with mission teams;
• Collaborate with WBG operational colleagues including Task Teams, perform site visits, identify and debrief sources, and explore various INT databases to help identify real or perceived operational risks that can lead to pro-active case (a case not entirely based on a complaint) development;
• Prepare, manage and deliver high quality case (e.g. Fact Memos, Investigative Plans, Interview Records, Notes to File and related case memos) and related investigative (e.g. Show Cause Letters, Final Investigative Reports, and all related briefing notes and memos) work products, in a thorough and timely manner;
• Produce clear, concise and compelling reports and briefs;
• Prepare, present and convincingly discuss investigative findings, conclusions and recommendations at senior levels;
• Collaborate very closely with:
  • INT’s Litigation Unit (SLU) to contribute to the preparation of Statements of Accusations and Evidence (SAEs), Settlement Agreements, Referral Reports, and Evidence Binders; and in preparing work products for the WBG’s sanction system;
  • INT’s Preventive Services Unit (PSU) in performing outreach initiatives, including by scheduling, planning and delivering preventative and lessons learned training with regional operational staff and partners and contributing actively to the identification and mitigation of regional integrity risks on a proactive basis;
  • Integrity Compliance Office (ICO) for successful completion of Settlement Agreements;
  • INT’s Internal Investigation Unit (IIU) to assess, strategize and, if necessary, jointly investigate hybrid cases (cases that have components that are both internal to WBG and external entities);
  • Relevant national authorities when necessary for successful conclusion of a case(s);
  • Develop an INT outreach plan for the region, as well as training materials for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Perform any other tasks as may be assigned for the successful operation of INT.

Selection Criteria

• The Investigative Analyst must have a comprehensive understanding of investigative frameworks and procedures, including in a non-law enforcement environment. In INT, time is of the essence, and quality and efficiency are key: the Investigative Analyst must therefore have demonstrated sound judgment and present recommendations on whether or not to start, when to start, continue or conclude an investigation in light of varying and competing circumstances even with a bare minimum facts available; the ability to assist in the development and develop stand-alone work plans and strategies; and demonstrated ability to lead mission teams, develop work programs, and be accountable for outputs and deadlines.
• INT encourages innovation in the ways it conducts business for impactful results – curiosity and ability to take informed risks and make smart decisions is therefore key: the Investigative Analyst will have a clear advantage if they can demonstrate curiosity to introduce or try news methods, procedures, techniques, and technologies in investigation; have demonstrated art of persuasion in administrative investigative environment (with no powers to compel); and demonstrated ability to make smart decisions which at times may be risk based.

The Investigative Analyst is required to have:

• Graduate degree in law, criminal justice, criminology, business or public administration, civil engineering, qualification and experience in Investigative Journalism in financial crime, or other relevant areas, or equivalent practical experience.
• A certification in the following areas will be a clear added advantage:
  • Document Examination;
  • GIS and Remote Sensing;
  • Public Procurement;
  • Forensic Audit and Accounting
  • Fraud Examination (CFE)
  • Crypto Currency Expert (CCE)
• A minimum of three years of relevant investigative, audit or related experience. 
• A minimum of three years drafting work products, preferably in investigations, audits or litigation, and/or procurement.
• Demonstrated experience in gathering, reviewing and analyzing investigative data, especially in the relevant Region.
• Proficiency with MS Office software (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint).
• Proficiency with case management systems and open source investigative tools will be an advantage.
• Highest personal integrity with demonstrated ability to handle investigative matters in a discreet and strictly confidential manner.
• Willingness and flexibility to undertake mission travel in the relevant Region and/or other Regions of the world as circumstances may require, including in extremely challenging environments.

Language requirements

For Nairobi, Kenya: 

• Fluency in written and oral English is a mandatory requirement. Interviews will be conducted in English.
• Fluency in one or two of the Region’s major languages - French, Portuguese or Swahili is needed and will give qualified candidates a clear added advantage. In cases where a candidate declares that they speak either of the languages, such candidate will be tested. Candidates are required to state in their applications if they’re fluent in either of these languages. 

For Dakar, Senegal: 

• Fluency in written and oral English is a mandatory requirement. Interviews will be conducted in English.
• Fluency in one or two of the Region’s major languages - French or Arabic, is required and will give qualified candidates a clear added advantage. In cases where a candidate declares that they speak either of the languages, such candidate will be tested. Candidates are required to state in their applications if they’re fluent in either of these languages. 

For Bangkok, Thailand: 

• Fluency in written and oral English is a mandatory requirement. Interviews will be conducted in English.
• Fluency in one or two of the Region’s major languages - Bahasa Indonesia, Hindi, Mandarin, Urdu and/or Vietnamese; is needed and will give qualified candidates a clear added advantage. In cases where a candidate declares that they speak any of the languages, such candidate will be tested. Candidates are required to state in their applications if they’re fluent in either of these languages

For Vienna, Austria: 

• Fluency in written and oral English is a mandatory requirement. Interviews will be conducted in English.
• Fluency in one or two of the Region’s major languages – Russian, or another Eastern European language is needed and will give qualified candidates a clear added advantage. In cases where a candidate declares that they speak any of the languages, such candidate will be tested. Candidates are required to state in their applications if they’re fluent in either of these languages.
• INT is a diverse environment, culturally and professionally. The Investigative Analyst is expected to show the ability to work effectively in a diverse and multi-cultural environment.

Core Competencies

• Lead and Innovate: Contributes to developing solutions to resolve complex problems. Adapts as circumstances require and manages impact of own behavior on others in context of WBG's values and mission. Identifies and pursues innovative approaches to resolve issues.
• Deliver Results for Clients: Adds value by constantly looking for a better way to get more impactful results; sets challenging stretch goals for oneself. Immerses oneself in client experiences and perspective by asking probing questions to understand unmet needs. Demonstrates accountability for achieving results that have a development impact and financial, environmental and social sustainability. Identifies and proposes solutions to mitigate and manage risks.
• Collaborate Within Teams and Across Boundaries: Appropriately involves others in decision making and communicates with key stakeholders. Approaches conflicts as common problems to be solved. Actively seeks and considers diverse ideas and approaches displaying a sense of mutuality and respect. Integrates WBG perspective into work.
• Create, Apply and Share Knowledge: Supports leveraging of the VPU’s expertise and body of knowledge across WB to strengthen internal and/or external client solutions. Seeks to learn from more experienced staff to deepen or strengthen their professional knowledge and helps others to learn. Builds personal and professional networks inside and outside the VPU and unit.
• Make Smart Decisions: Seeks diversity of information and inputs, researches possible solutions, and generates recommended options. Identifies and understands risks and proposes recommendations. Based on risk analysis makes decisions in a timely manner within own area of responsibility, considering the interests and concerns of stakeholders.

Job Requirement

• They possess Bachelor of laws degree (LLB) from a recognized institution.
• Must be an Advocate of the High court of Kenya in good standing.
• Must have served satisfactorily as an Advocate of the High Court for at least five (5) years post admission to the bar.
• Must demonstrate leadership skills, organizational skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Must demonstrate excellent problem solving and supervisory skills.
• Have significant, wide ranging legal research experience and expertise.
• Demonstrate Excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrates Professional competence in work performance and results.
• Possess a certificate in a Senior Management Course from a recognized institution.

Job Description

The primary objective of the office of the Director Legal Research and Compliance will be to oversee the effective implementation of the function of the Directorate and augment. The capacity of the office of the County Attorney in carrying out the mandate under the office of the County Attorney’s Act 2020.

• Reporting to the County Attorney. The Director legal research and compliance shall be responsible for; -
• Interpreting the Constitution Statutes and subsidiary legislation for the County Government departments entities.
• Conducting research for the County Government and its entities on various challenges encountered in the implementation of their legal mandate.
• Coordinating capacity building on legal compliance for the County Executive entities.
• Informing the County Executive and its entities of any current legal developments in various fields.
• Conducting research on all legal matters including Contracts, Civil Litigation and Legislation to support other Departments in the office of the County Attorney in the execution of their mandate.
• Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Job Requirement

• They possess a Bachelor of Laws degree (LLB) from a recognized institution.
• Must be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya in good standing.
• Must have served satisfactorily as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya for at least five (5) years post admission to the bar.
• Demonstrated Professional competence in work performance and results.
• Must possess excellent leadership skills, ability to work under pressure.
• Must demonstrate excellent organizational problem solving and supervisory skills.

Job Description

• Interpreting the Constitution statutes and subsidiary legislation for the County Government departments entities.
• Conducting research for the County Government and it’s entities on various challenges encountered in the implementation of their legal mandate.
• Coordinating capacity building on legal compliance for the County Executive entities.
• Informing the County Executive and its entities of any current legal developments in various fields.
• Conducting research on all legal matters including Contracts, Civil Litigation and Legislation to support other departments in the office of the County Attorney in the execution of their mandate.
• Assisting in the charging and Prosecution of offenders at the City Court. 

Job Requirement

• Has served satisfactorily as an advocate of High Court of Kenya for at least five (5) years.
• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from a recognized institution.
• Post-graduate Diploma from Kenya School of Government.
• Demonstrated Professional competence in work Performance and results.
• Must demonstrate leadership skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Possess a valid practicing certificate.

Job Description

• Assist the Director in the implementation of the functions of the directorate
• Liaising with County Sectors and departments on Litigation matters.
• liaising with above sectors especially on offering instructions and witnesses.
• Preparing and instituting matters in court on behalf of the County
• Handling court matters on behalf of the County
• Ensuring that the Civil registry is well organized and records are updated.
• Perform any other duties that might be assigned from time to time.

Job Requirement

• Holds a Bachelor’s Degree in law from a recognized university;
• Is an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya in good standing;
• Has at least five (5) years continuous practice post admission to the bar;
• Holds a valid practicing certificate;
• Meets the Requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Demonstrates excellent communication and reporting skills;

Job Description

• Providing legal support to respective County Sectors.
• Making periodic reports to the Director on legal issues affecting respective County Sector.
• Performing legal and regulatory risk analysis to enhance decision making and statutory intervention.
• Procuring instructions and witnesses in matters pending before court.
• Reviewing the contents of pleadings in matters affecting respective sectors
• Advising County Sectors on various legal issues touch.        
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time. 

Job Requirement

• A Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized University.
• Must be a practicing Advocate in the High Court of at least four years post administration experience.
• Demonstrate basic understanding of Public Procurement Laws.
• Must demonstrate excellent communication and reporting skills
• Must possess Advanced Computer application and skills
• Must demonstrate knowledge and experience in conveyancing (practice and procedure).
• Meet the requirements of chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya.

Job Description

• Handling County transactions.
• Offering legal advice on procurement matters.
• Drafting Contracts and agreements
• Preparations of legal opinions and legal instruments/documents.
• Vetting legal documents including contracts, Memorandum of Understanding, consents and Leases.
• Drawing conveyancing instruments on behalf of the County entities and sectors.
• Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.