Investigation Officer II – Lawyer at Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission

JOB GRADE – EACC “8”  REF: EACC/INV/IOIIL/1

Reporting to the Deputy Director – Forensic Investigation, the jobholder is responsible for investigating corruption, economic crimes and unethical conduct, and tracing corruptly acquired assets, processing suspects for plea and supporting prosecution of cases in court.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Investigating cases of corruption and economic crimes;
• Identifying and tracing corruptly acquired assets;
• Advising on the laws, procedures and practices relating to the Legal field;
• Assisting other investigators on issues relating to the area of the profession;
• Preserving assets that are subject of investigation;
• Compiling and submitting investigation reports;
• Supporting criminal proceedings against persons charged on economic and corruption related offences.
• Supporting civil proceedings against any person for the recovery of corruptly acquired property or benefits;
• Observing the highest standards of professional and ethical conduct, and integrity in the investigation and prosecution of corruption and economic crimes cases;
• Complying with principles and values of: good governance, human rights, transparency, accountability, ethics, and integrity.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment as an Investigation Officer II – Lawyer, a person must possess the following qualifications:

• Minimum relevant post-admission experience of five (5) years from a reputable organisation;
• Bachelor of Laws from a recognised institution;
• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E.) minimum mean grade of C+ or its equivalent from a recognised institution;
• Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with current practicing certificate unless exempted;
• Certificate in computer application skills