Investigation Specialist

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations - FAO

Consultant Closes 05 May 2026 10 days left

Overview

Provides digital forensic investigative support to OIG investigations into allegations of misconduct involving FAO personnel and third parties, and advises on enhancements to the Organization's integrity policies.


Key Responsibilities
  • Provides digital forensic investigative support to OIG investigations.
  • Identifies, collects, analyses and preserves electronic evidence and data.
  • Performs digital forensic analysis using validated techniques, methods and tools.
  • Assists in understanding the results of digital forensic examination.
  • Prepares detailed, clear and concise forensic analysis reports.
  • Ensures digital forensic investigation activities are targeted and relevant.
  • Supports investigative personnel with data visualization and presentation.
  • Participates in the organization and follow-up of interviews and consultations.
  • Provides support to policy-related initiatives and internal guidelines.
  • Maintains proficiency with digital forensic tools and keeps a technological watch.
  • Prepares and delivers tailored training sessions for OIG personnel.
  • Maintains OIG records and stores materials related to investigations.
  • Performs other duties as required.
Required Experience
  • A minimum of 2 years of progressively responsible experience in digital forensics, investigations and evidence handling, e-discovery processes and data analysis.
  • Demonstrated experience in internal administrative investigations, including but not limited to fraud, corruption and sexual misconduct, is desirable, preferably gained in an international setting.
  • Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions, is desirable.
  • Work experience in an international setting is desirable.
  • Experience in developing and executing scripts using PowerShell, Python or other programming languages would be an advantage.
Qualifications

Advanced university degree from an institution recognized by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/UNESCO in digital forensics, computer science, information technology, criminal and forensics sciences, or a related field. Relevant professional certification in the field of computer forensics. Candidates with bachelor's degree need two additional years of relevant professional experience.

Other Details
Languages Required
Working knowledge of English
Languages Preferred
knowledge of another FAO official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) is considered an asset
Contract Duration
Up to 11 months (with possibility of renewal)
Work Modality
Not specified
Remuneration
Not specified
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