Job Description

About the ICRC

Since 1863, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has worked to preserve human dignity and relieve suffering caused by war and armed violence.

In collaboration with our Red Cross and Red Crescent partners around the world, we do everything we can to deliver life-saving aid, reconnect families and locate missing people – helping those who need it most, regardless of who they are and what side of the front line they are on.

We engage with authorities and armed forces on all sides, often confidentially, pressing for access to detainees to improve their living conditions and urging compliance with international humanitarian law to protect non-combatants, including from digital threats.

Purpose of the Role

Working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, the Senior Investigation Officer plans, organizes and manages complex investigations into alleged misconduct and alleged violations of ICRC internal policies and procedures, in line with investigative best practices. They also lead ad hoc investigation teams in higher-risk investigations.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, conduct and manage investigations into alleged misconduct and alleged violations of ICRC internal policies and procedures.
• Plan, organize, lead and manage complex fraud investigations, including proactive investigations, and act as the expert focal point for fraud investigations conducted by other members of the Investigation Unit.
• Manage, when assigned, the investigation activities of Investigation Officers 1 and 2 and/or ad hoc investigation mission teams.
• Contribute to the performance management and development of Investigation Officers 1 and 2.
• Act, when requested, as Regional Investigation Manager in the Manager's absence.
• Obtain and review relevant documentation; conduct interviews and take statements; gather and analyze electronic evidence; analyze facts, determine findings, and formulate recommendations on disciplinary and jurisdictional action.
• Prepare complete and concise investigation reports and carry out post-investigation tasks.
• Prepare cases for submission to the internal justice system, as instructed by the Head of Investigations.
• Perform other compliance activities as requested by the Head of Investigations and the Investigation Manager, including information sessions on investigation processes for ICRC staff and coaching of Investigation Officers 1 and 2.
• Perform other duties in support of the Investigation Unit's operations, as determined by the Head of Investigations or their designate.

Education & Professional Background

• University degree in law, economics or social sciences.
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or equivalent investigative credential.
• Advanced training in fraud investigation.
• Typically 12–15 years of professional experience, including 4-6 years in investigations and investigative procedures, ideally within international organizations.
• Essential: solid experience in fraud investigations.
• Field experience in developing countries, with direct responsibility for investigating misconduct, including fraud and corruption.

Desired Profile & Skills

• Essential: full professional fluency in both French and English.
• Knowledge of another ICRC working language (Arabic or Spanish) is an advantage.
• Expertise in investigation techniques, particularly where the conduct may have criminal implications that could lead to prosecution before local courts.
• Extensive knowledge of legal, procedural and evidentiary standards.
• Strong drafting, report-writing and case-management skills.
• Computer proficiency.
• Resourcefulness, initiative, maturity, sound judgment, honesty and integrity.
• Willingness to travel and conduct investigations in remote, hardship and physically challenging environments, in line with the Investigation Unit's operational needs.

Additional Information

• Location: Geneva, Switzerland
• Type of Contract: Open-ended
• Mobility Type: Required Rotation
• Length of Assignment: 4 years
• Working Rate: 100%
• Start date: December 2026
• Recruiter: Alejandra Rodriguez
• Application deadline: Sunday, 18 October 2026

The ICRC values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

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Our Values

• At the ICRC, we value impact, collaboration, respect, and compassion. We seek candidates who demonstrate behaviors based on these shared values. For more information on the ICRC values, please visit this page.