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The recruitment policy of the WTO is to seek to attract and retain staff members  
offering the highest standards of competence, efficiency and integrity.  
As an Equal Opportunities Employer, the WTO gives full regard to merit and diversity.  
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Vacancy Notice No.:  EXT/F/19-26 Issued on:  15 May 2019       
 
Title:  Investigator  Application Deadline (CET):  12 June 2019      
 
Grade:  7 
 Division:  Office of Internal Oversight  
 
Contract Type:  Fixed -Term 
 
Starting Salary:  CHF 90,472 net per annum  
(approximate)  Duration:  2 years, renewable  up to maximum 
5 years , and  subject to satisfactory 
performance and continuing need for the 
position 
 
Other 
Conditions:  In accordance with WTO Staff Regulations and Staff Rules and WTO Pension Plan 
Regulations.  
The World Trade Organization offers an attractive compensation package including 
an annual net salary (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions 
and health insurance), dependency benefits, pension plan, health insurance 
scheme, separation grant, and 30 days annual leave.  Benefits for internationally 
recruited staff may include travel and removal expenses on appointment and 
separation, installation grant, education grant, rental subsidy, and home leave.  
Additional information on the compensation package is provided on the 
WTO website:  
https://www.wto.org/english/thewto_e/vacan_e/compensation_e.htm  
 
 
The WTO is seeking to fill a position of Investigator within the Office of Internal Oversight 
(OIO).  The OIO was established in order to provide for a professional, independent, 
objective and documented assessment, through all appropriate means, of management 
practices, expenses, budgetary control and allegations of misconduct in all its forms  at 
the WTO . 
 
Pursuant to the Administr ative Memorandum No.974 - Office of Internal Oversight  
(OFFICE(15)/101 , 30 November 2015 ), OIO staff members shall be offered a fixed -term 
contract of up to five (5) years, which shall not be renewable under any circumstances. 
While a WTO staff member may apply for - and be appointed to - the position , he/she 
must resign his/her regular appointment upon acceptance (if applicable) and must abide 
by the term of office provided for in the  Administrative Memorandum No.974 . 
 
 
General Functions  
 
Reporting to the Head of Office, the Investigator will be responsible for planning and conducting 
administrative investigations with moderate supervision and in accordance with investigations 
practice s and standards (i.e. Uniform Guidelines for Investigations , WTO policies and procedures, 
ILO Administrative Tribunal (ILOAT)  jurisprudence, etc. ). Within delegated authority, the incumbent 
is responsible for the following duties:  
 
1.  Ensure t imely update  and maintenance of the register of complaints  (Intake) . 
 
2.  Take part in the review and assessment of received complaints and allegations . 
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3.  Plan, organize, and conduct administrative investigations of alleged misconduct (including 
fraud, corruption, mismanagement, harassment, abuse of authority and violations of WTO 
Regulations and Rules) , including : 
• Formulating investigation plans and apprais ing progress ;  
• Gather ing, securing, reviewing  and analysing potential  documentary and electronic e vidence ; 
• Conduct ing and documenting interview s and statements ; 
• Conducting investigative research ; 
• Analys ing facts, determin ing findings and formulat ing recommended disciplinary and/or 
corrective actions ; 
• Prepar ing complete and timely investigation reports  and ad hoc briefings ; 
• Coordinating with other internal functions (e.g.: legal counsel, human resources, IT Security, 
etc.) as appropriate ; 
• Conduct ing post-investigation activities  (e.g. archiving documents, prepar ing responses to the 
Joint Appeals Board and/or the ILOAT, etc.) . 
 
3.  Provide guidance and advice to WTO staff members  on matters pertaining to investigations . 
 
4.   Contribute to the development of policies and procedures, and share best practices/lesson s 
learnt from investigative work . 
 
5.   Provide support to the Head of Office in  the conduct of  internal audit s. 
 
6.   Perform other related duties, as required . 
 
 
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS  
 
Education:  
 
Advanced university degree in law, investigations, forensics, audit, accounting , finance  or a related 
field. 
Formal training and/or certification in fraud examination or investigation (such as CFE) , or 
willingness to complete it within two (2) years upon a ppointment . 
Certifi cation in i nternal audit (CIA) and/or a professional certification in accounting  or related 
designation (such as CA, CPA, CISA  or ACCA)  would be an asset.  
 
Knowledge and Skills:  
 
Technical skills:  
 
Extensive knowledge of investigation standards and practices  (such as the Uniform Guidelines for 
Investigations) , and their application .  
Knowledge of the ILOAT juri sprudence as it relates to administrative investigations of fraud, 
harassment and misconduc t would be an strong advantage .  
Proven ability to write in a clear and concise manner,  and to produce credible and timely reports .  
Proven ability to identify issues and risks, formulate opinions, make conclusions and recommend 
constructive solutions .  
Working knowledge of IT systems and standard MS -Office products .  
Knowledge of IT forensics tools is desirable.      
 
Behavioural skills:  
 
Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multi -cultural, multi -ethnic environment with 
sensitivity and respec t for diversity .  
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with officials at all levels .  
Proven ability to complete work deliverables within deadlines and with moderate supervision . 
Sound planning and organisational skills . 
Ability to communicate orally in a respectful and effective manner .  
Integrity , honesty and discretion in all matters . 
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  Work Experience:  
 
At least three (3) years of relevant  professional experience in conducting administrative 
investigations, with a proven track record of planning, leading and executing fraud, misconduct and 
harassment investigations . 
Experience in the conduct of investigations in an International Organization and/or public sector 
administration would be  an advantage . 
 
Languages:  
 
Excellent knowledge of English  (at a level corresponding or equivalent to a minimum of C1 according 
to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) ) is required , including the 
ability to write accurately and quickly .  
Good knowledge of F rench and/or Spanish  (minimum B1 level according to CEFR)  is also required . 
 
Shortlisted candidates will be  assessed on their language skills as part of the selection process and 
may be  asked to provide proof of their language skills under a recognized framework  (e.g. CEFR, 
IELTS, UN Language Proficiency Exam, etc.).  
 
Additional Information:  
 
The position may b e offered at a lower grade if the selected candidate does not fully meet all the 
required qualifications.  
 
Only applications from nationals of WTO Members will be accepted.  
 
The WTO may use various communication technologies such as video or teleconference  for the 
assessment and evaluation of candidates. The recruitment process may also involve the use of 
various forms of testing, assessment centres, interviews and reference checks.  
 
Candidates not selected whose performance in the selection process neverth eless shows them to be 
suitable for a similar position may be kept on a roster for up to 12 months,  and may subsequently 
be called upon as and when the need arises for additional resources.  
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APPLICANTS MAY BE REQUIRED TO SIT A WRITTEN EXAMINATION  
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APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED DIRECTLY IF SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW  
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Please note that all candidates must complete an online application form.  
To apply, please visit the WTO's E -Recruitment website at: https://erecruitment.wto.org . 
The system provides instructions f or online application procedures.  
 
All applicants are encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the vacancy has  
been posted and well before the closing date – Central European Time (CET) –  
stated in the vacancy announcement.  
 
PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE  
CLOSING DATE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED  
 
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