Investigations Officer at Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission

Reporting to the Deputy Director – Forensic Investigations through the Assistant Director – Forensic Investigations

This position is responsible for the investigation of corruption and economic crimes, unethical conduct and trace corruptly acquired assets, process suspects for plea and support prosecution of cases in court

Responsibilities

• Investigating corruption allegations/reports;
• Identifying, interviewing witnesses and suspects in a matter;
• Collecting relevant evidence to support the investigation process;
• Ensuring security of evidence and maintain inventories;
• Swearing affidavits for premises search warrants, bank accounts;
• Compiling investigation files;
• Supporting prosecution in court;
• Giving evidence in court as the investigation officer of economic crimes;
• Developing and maintaining a database of corruption and unethical practices;
• Disruption of corruption and economic crimes networks.

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years’ relevant experience; three (3) of which must be in the Banking sector;
• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Banking, Accounting, Finance, Business Management or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Relevant training in Banking from a reputable organization;
• Relevant training in Criminal Investigations course from DCI Training School or other recognized institution will be an added advantage;
• Membership to relevant professional bodies;
• An analytical mind and problem solving skills;
• Be able to work in a highly computerized environment;
• Excellent report writing skills;
• Demonstrable computer application skills;
• Good interpersonal skills.

Important Notice:

In addition to the qualifications set above applicants must further obtain clearances from the following:

• Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
• Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
• Directorate of Criminal Investigation (DCI)
• Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
• Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
• Registration and good standing in relevant Professional Bodies