Assoc. Director, Internal Investigations

The Associate Director, Investigations supports the Office of the Chief Compliance Officer (OCCO) by leading investigative activities related to allegations of misconduct and prohibited practices. The role manages complex, sensitive investigations, provides quality assurance, policy guidance, and leadership, and maintains relationships with internal and external stakeholders to uphold the Bank's integrity and reputation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex investigations, case assessments or integrity-related matters in accordance with applicable Bank policies, procedures and international standards.
• Provide quality assurance and oversight of investigative work undertaken by other members of the team.
• Deliver high-quality reports, recommendations, management information and analysis to support decision-making by OCCO management and other governance bodies.
• Develop, review and enhance investigative methodologies, policies, procedures and operating frameworks.
• Manage, coach and develop investigative staff, fostering a high-performing and collaborative team environment.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders across the Bank and with external investigative, regulatory and enforcement bodies.
• Contribute to policy development, institutional initiatives, training programmes and awareness activities relating to integrity, prevention and investigations.
• Monitor emerging risks, trends and best practices and recommend improvements to investigative processes and controls.
• Ensure appropriate management, documentation and reporting of investigative information and case data.
• Liaise with and draft key instruction documents in respect of the appointment of external investigators.
• Represent OCCO and the Bank in internal and external forums, working groups, conferences and inter-institutional initiatives.
• Conduct and manage investigations into allegations of prohibited practices, including fraud, corruption, coercion, collusion, misuse and obstruction involving Bank counterparties.
• Prepare investigation reports, settlement agreements, show-cause letters, Notices of Prohibited Practices and other enforcement-related documentation.
• Support enforcement proceedings and related integrity due diligence activities.
• Maintain operational relationships with investigative teams in other MDBs, co-financing institutions and national authorities.
• Provide advice to business units regarding prohibited practices risks and investigations.
• Engage with Office of General Counsel Enforcement Commissioner regarding enforcement actions.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of the Bank’s Enforcement Policy and Procedures.
• Conduct and manage investigations into allegations of staff misconduct, including fraud, conflicts of interest, harassment, bullying, abuse of authority and sexual harassment.
• Supports and advises the Board Ethics Committee on all matters involving allegations of misconduct against Board Officials and “Covered Persons”.
• Advise senior management on misconduct-related matters and investigative outcomes.
• Conduct inspections, reviews and other preventative integrity activities.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of conduct, disciplinary and whistleblowing frameworks.
• Support initiatives designed to strengthen ethical culture and misconduct prevention across the Bank.
• Plans and conducts inspections of up to two Resident Offices per year.

Requirements

• Degree or equivalent professional qualification in law, criminology, accounting, finance, audit, banking, employment relations or another relevant discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
• Relevant professional certifications or memberships are desirable.
• Significant professional experience conducting, managing or overseeing complex investigations, case assessments or related integrity functions.
• Experience operating within highly regulated, international or complex organisational environments.
• Experience developing policies, procedures and operational frameworks.
• Proven experience managing and developing teams and coaching staff.
• Experience engaging with senior stakeholders and external institutions.
• Strong knowledge of investigative methodologies, integrity risk management and governance frameworks.
• Good understanding of compliance, misconduct, fraud, corruption and enforcement-related issues.
• Knowledge of investigation case management, reporting and analytical techniques.
• Good understanding of the Bank’s mission, governance structure, policies and operating environment.
• Strong investigative, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent judgement and ability to manage highly sensitive and confidential matters.
• Strong stakeholder management, influencing and negotiation skills.
• Excellent written communication, report drafting and presentation skills.
• Ability to interpret complex legal, financial, operational and investigative information.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound professional judgement.
• Excellent command of English; knowledge of additional languages used in the Bank's countries of operation is advantageous.

Skills

• Legal Investigations
• Criminology
• Accounting
• Finance
• Audit
• Employment Relations
• Complex Investigations
• Case Assessments
• Integrity Risk Management
• Governance Framework Analysis
• Policy Development
• Operational Frameworks
• Team Management
• Team Coaching
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Investigative Methodologies
• Compliance Management
• Misconduct Investigations
• Fraud Investigation
• Corruption Investigations
• Enforcement Procedures
• Investigation Case Management
• Analytical Techniques
• Report Drafting
• Presentation Skills
• Legal Interpretation
• Financial Analysis
• Operational Analysis
• Confidentiality Management
• Negotiation Skills
• Organizational Skills

Languages

English