Integrity Specialist (6128)

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is a multilateral development bank whose mission is Financing Infrastructure for Tomorrow in Asia and beyond-infrastructure with sustainability at its core. We began operations in Beijing in 2016 and have since grown to 110 approved members worldwide. We are capitalized at USD100 billion and AAA-rated by the major international credit rating agencies. Collaborating with partners, AIIB meets clients' needs by unlocking new capital and investing in infrastructure that is green, technology-enabled and promotes regional connectivity.

The Complaints-resolution, Evaluation and Integrity Unit (CEIU) was established in 2016 as an independent unit within AIIB. It is led by a Managing Director who reports directly to the Board. Under its Integrity function, CEIU carries out AIIB’s anti-fraud and anti-corruption work in accordance with the Policy on Prohibited Practices (PPP). This includes investigating allegations relating to prohibited practices in AIIB's sovereign and non-sovereign projects and/or other corporate activities.

Under the supervision of the Head of Integrity of CEIU, the Integrity Specialist will support AIIB’s anti-corruption efforts. The successful candidate is expected to undertake a wide range of activities that cuts across the three pillars of Integrity at AIIB: Prevention, Detection, and Sanction.

Responsibilities:

Prevention

• Provide technical advice and prepare integrity-related advisory reports, including review of project and financing documents, procurement red flags, due diligence on counterparties, and debarment-related matters.
• Extract and share lessons from investigations to inform preventive measures and strengthen institutional processes.
• Support the development and implementation of systems, policies, and procedures aligned with international integrity and investigation standards.
• Conduct or coordinate training and awareness-raising activities related to the PPP and other anti-corruption topics.

Detection

• Conduct investigations into suspected prohibited practices (fraud, corruption, collusion, coercion, obstruction, theft, misuse of resources), applying international standards and best practices.
• Utilize digital forensics, due-diligence tools, and open-source intelligence to support casework.
• Draft clear, objective, and well-supported investigation reports and related documentation.
• Perform legal reviews of cases and investigation products for compliance with the PPP and applicable standards.
• Engage and manage consultants, vendors, or service providers supporting investigative activities.
• Coordinate with peer institutions and multilateral development banks (MDBs) on co-financed project cases, as appropriate.

Sanction

• Support AIIB’s sanctions process and maintain AIIB’s Debarment List in accordance with the PPP and the Agreement for Mutual Enforcement of Debarment Decisions.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or equivalent in law or related fields from a reputable university.
• Minimum of 5-8 years of experience conducting investigations into fraud, corruption, collusion, coercion, obstruction, theft, and/or misuse of resources in sovereign/non-sovereign projects, and/or corporate activities, preferably within an MDB, international organization, or equivalent. 
• Familiarity with MDB investigation frameworks and international standards. Relevant legal experience is an advantage.
• Demonstrated experience across all phases of investigative work (intake, investigation, sanctions); proven ability to conduct interviews with witnesses and subjects, assess evidence, undertake legal review of cases, and draft clear, objective, and well-supported investigation reports and briefings.
• Experience in prevention advisory in sovereign and non-sovereign projects and/or integrity compliance in an MDB setting is a plus.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. Proficiency in additional languages relevant to AIIB Members is an asset. 
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure while maintaining high standards of quality and confidentiality.
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.
• High standards of integrity, sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism.

Previous experience and qualifications will determine the grade and job title at which successful applicants will enter AIIB.

AIIB is committed to diversity, transparency and inclusion. We believe our strength comes from having a team with the right diverse skills, experiences, and abilities selected through a merit-based competitive process. We actively encourage applications from people from both within and outside AIIB members, regardless of nationality, religion, gender, race, disability, or sexual orientation.

Join us and help create a prosperous and sustainable Asia while growing your career in a diverse and innovative environment.