Grade: P2
Vacancy no.: TEMP/IAO/P/2026/01
Publication date: 29 January 2026
Application deadline (midnight Geneva time): 12 February 2026
Job ID: 13502
Department: IAO
Organization Unit: IAO
Location: Geneva
Contract type: Short Term
This is a temporary assignment (Parental leave cover) for a short-term period starting as soon as possible and continuing through July 31, 2026.
The selection process is not subject to the rules and procedures defined in Annex I of the ILO Staff Regulations
The following are eligible to apply:
• Currently serving staff (WLT, FT, ST, SST) based in Geneva, Switzerland
• External candidates (regardless of their nationality, with the exception of Swiss nationals, should hold a residence or stay permit valid for Switzerland or neighboring France at the time of initiation of their recruitment formalities).
The ILO values diversity among its staff. We welcome applications from qualified women and men, including those with disabilities. If you are unable to complete our online application form due to a disability, please send an email to ilojobs@ilo.org.
*Conditions of employment for external candidates: In conformity with existing ILO practice, the appointment of an external candidate will normally be made at the first step of this grade.
Introduction
The temporary position is located in the Investigation and Inspection Unit, Office of Internal Audit and Oversight (IAO) of the ILO. IAO is responsible for internal audit, inspection, monitoring and evaluation of the adequacy and effectiveness of the Organization's system of governance, risk management and internal controls. IAO is also responsible for investigation of financial and administrative misconduct and other irregular activities, including SEA and Retaliation. In addition, IAO provides advisory services as and when requested by the Director-General or his designates.
Under the guidance of the supervisor, the main role of the position is to monitor and analyse data in preparation for investigations; to provide support to investigators during the investigation stage by gathering evidence and collecting information; and during the post-investigation stage by drafting summaries, minutes and reports.
The position reports to the Chief of the Investigation and Inspection Unit (IIU) under the general direction of the Director of IAO.
Description of Duties
1. Monitor the Integrity Hotline and the IIU mailbox, receive, triage and provide standard responses to allegations received or escalate as required in accordance with standard procedures.
2. Prepare case openings on receipt of allegations, with suggestions for action for consideration by the supervisor and the Director IAO. Participate in the Intake Committee meetings. During the pre-investigation planning phase, monitor and analyse, a variety of data and related documents to identify and investigate any anomalies and suggest next steps. Perform all other preparatory work as required, including taking complainant and witness statements in the preliminary stage of the investigation.
3. Provide support to investigators on their caseload under the supervision of the Lead Investigator and the Chief Investigation and Inspection Unit.
4. Perform other relevant duties as assigned.
Required qualifications
A first level university degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) in law or closely related fields.
Education
• A first level university degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) in law or closely related fields.
Experience
• At least three years of relevant professional experience in criminal and/or administrative investigations.
Languages
• Excellent knowledge of one working language (English, French or Spanish) of the Organization.
• Working knowledge of another working language would be an advantage.
Competencies
In addition to the ILO core competencies, this position requires:
• Knowledge of the organization’s mandate and its programme of activities.
• Knowledge of UN/ILO policies, procedures and jurisprudence relevant to administrative investigations would be an advantage.
• Ability to quickly and accurately analyse and summarize investigation findings, observations and recommendations.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to adapt message to culturally diverse audiences.
• Good analytical skills
• Good knowledge of computer applications for information collection, management and dissemination.
• Ability to work on own initiative as well as a member of a team.
• Ability to work in a confidential environment.
• Ability to be impartial and objective
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment and to demonstrate gender-sensitive and non-discriminatory behaviour and attitudes.
Recruitment process
Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application form. To apply, please visit ILO Jobs. The system provides instructions for online application procedures.
Candidates are requested to ensure their availability should they be short listed for further consideration.
Depending on the location and availability of candidates, assessors and interview panel members, the ILO may use communication technologies such as Video or teleconference, e-mail, etc. for the assessment and evaluation of candidates at the different stages of the recruitment process, including assessment centres, technical tests or interviews.
The ILO has zero tolerance for acts of sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA) and is determined to ensure that all staff members and all beneficiaries of ILO assistance do not suffer, directly or indirectly, from sexual exploitation and abuse.
To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organisation, the ILO may conduct a background verification of candidates under consideration.
Fraud warning
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