Regional Investigation Officer (Nairobi, Kenya)

REGIONAL INVESTIGATION OFFICER Location: Nairobi, Kenya Organization: International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) ABOUT ICRC The International Committee of the Red Cross is a neutral, independent humanitarian organization operating globally to protect and assist people affected by armed conflict and violence. Anchored by the Geneva Conventions of 1949, ICRC responds to emergencies while advancing respect for international humanitarian law. We partner with National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies to deliver coordinated, effective humanitarian action for conflict-affected populations. POSITION OVERVIEW Reporting to the Regional Investigations Manager and Head of the Investigation Unit, the Regional Investigation Officer leads rigorous, impartial investigations into alleged misconduct across the Africa region. You will handle sensitive matters with professionalism and integrity, ensuring all investigations reflect humanitarian principles and organizational policies while protecting survivor dignity and wellbeing. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES You will conduct impartial, survivor-centered investigations into allegations of misconduct including fraud, corruption, non-sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and sexual exploitation and harassment. You assess incoming complaints and referrals to establish investigative scope, determine risk levels, and select appropriate methodologies while prioritizing safeguarding, do-no-harm principles, and confidentiality. Your investigation work involves collecting, preserving, and analyzing diverse evidence types including interviews, financial records, digital data, and field documentation while maintaining informed consent, data protection standards, and proper chain of custody protocols. You will produce clear, factual investigation reports with reasoned findings, credibility assessments, and conclusions suitable for management review and disciplinary processes. You engage respectfully with colleagues, affected persons, witnesses, and investigation subjects, demonstrating cultural sensitivity, dignity, and commitment to preventing retaliation. Beyond individual investigations, you provide technical advice and capacity-building to field staff on reporting mechanisms and investigative standards. You identify systemic risks, control weaknesses, and emerging trends, contributing to organizational learning and prevention strategy development. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS You hold a university-level degree in law, social sciences, criminology, criminal justice, or a related field applicable to criminal or administrative investigations. You bring approximately ten years of progressively responsible investigative experience, ideally within humanitarian, international, or compliance-driven sectors including law enforcement, private sector compliance, or forensic practice. Your expertise encompasses advanced investigation techniques, particularly those addressing matters with potential criminal implications subject to prosecution in local courts. You possess extensive proven experience investigating allegations of sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment with demonstrated integration of practical protection measures for investigation participants. You demonstrate deep knowledge of legal, procedural, and evidentiary standards alongside practical experience with gender-sensitive interviewing methodologies. Your analytical, interviewing, and report-writing abilities enable you to produce clear, evidence-based conclusions. You exhibit high integrity, independence, and sound judgment in handling confidential matters discreetly. Strong interpersonal skills and cultural awareness allow you to work effectively across diverse contexts and field locations. You are computer proficient and comfortable operating in complex, sometimes challenging environments. DESIRED ATTRIBUTES Professional fraud investigation certifications such as ACFE or CFE credential carry value. Prior human resources-related investigation experience addressing harassment, workplace violations, or similar matters is advantageous.