PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE POSITION
A major part of the OHR’s anti-corruption methodology is within the framework of the operations-oriented case-based track supported by an active audit component. This position is intended to improve the direction and quality of forensic audit work undertaken by the OHR Anti-Fraud Department with a view towards seeking successful criminal prosecutions of corruption cases.
The purpose of this position is to guide AFD forensic auditing operations on criminal investigations in support of case managers. The selected candidate is also expected to improve the ability and quality of critical corruption and fraud cases. The scope of the position includes providing direct guidance and leadership to forensic auditors on specific cases, reviewing both the investigative process and political context of cases being investigated, recommending and developing strategies in conjunction with the Anti-Fraud Department’s audit capacity.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
§ Review and organize the exploitation of financial documentation related to actual corruption and fraud cases in BiH.
§ Develop investigative strategies in conjunction with other international and local investigators with a view towards removing the sources of systemic fraud and promoting reform.
§ Assist and support domestic investigators in implementing strategies as developed above.
§ Identify and support opportunities for the use of forensic audits to support local capacities in investigating corruption and fraud.
· Co-ordinate with international agencies in information-sharing and case development of corruption cases.
§ Assist the Head of the Anti-Fraud Department in information-sharing and case development of corruption cases.
PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS
§ Qualified forensics auditor with at least 10 years of experience, preferably within the context of a financial regulatory or law enforcement agency. Good understanding of/experience with criminal investigations is required.
§ Understanding of the basic anti-corruption themes and strategies being pursued by the international and domestic authorities in reducing corruption and fraud.
§ Very good interpersonal skills to interact with both international and local experts.
§ Strong personal commitment to peace implementation and anti-fraud/corruption work. Awareness and knowledge of BiH political situation and environment is an advantage.
§ Willingness to work long hours and in a team.
§ Strong management and organisational skills, particularly of projects requiring both international and national components in the anti-corruption field.
§ Excellent command of written and spoken English.
Any personnel with the above qualifications should provide a CV (in English) with a one-page cover letter and references to:
Personnel Department
Office of the High Representative
Emerika Bluma 1, 71000 Sarajevo
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Fax: +387 (0) 33 283 771 E-mail: application@ohr.int
Please quote Reference No. 2002/64
Closing date for applications: 2 April 2002
No telephone enquiries please.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.