Interim Investigator - Financial Investigations - Offre-emploi.sn

Countries: Chad, Ghana, Kenya, Niger, Senegal Organization: World Vision Closing date: 3 May 2026

Expérience

With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith. Come join our 33,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories! Here’s where you come in: The purpose of this engagement is to provide additional investigative capacity for a period of six (6) months to progress assigned cases while maintaining investigative quality, consistency with Integrated Investigations protocols, adherence to World Vision policies, standards and international guidelines such as ACFE and Conference of International Investigators (CII). As the Interim Investigator – Financial Investigations youwill support the execution of financial and fraud investigations within the West Africa Region, in alignment with approved Terms of Reference (TORs), Investigation Plans, and official Announcements. Also, you will conduct financial data collection and analysis, including review of accounting records, transaction testing, supporting documentation, and approval trails. The incumbent will analyze, oversee, and conduct a preliminary assessment of misconduct allegations to determine the veracity of potential violations of World Vision (WV) policy, ethical standards, or applicable laws. More so, you will oversee and contribute to investigations involving complex fraud, corruption, bribery, kickbacks, extortion, conflict of interest, product substitution, embezzlement, theft, ethical misconduct, mismanagement, waste, and abuse. Additionally, you will assist in planning and execution of investigative procedures, including document reviews, financial analysis, and interviews (in coordination with the Lead Investigator).

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Auditing, Forensic Accounting, or a closely related field. Professional certification (e.g., CA, CPA, CFE, or equivalent) is highly desirable. Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in financial investigations, forensic audits, fraud examinations, or complex compliance reviews. Demonstrated experience conducting investigations within NGOs, donor‑funded environments, or multi‑country operations is an added advantage.

Strong analytical and financial review skills, including experience assessing financial systems, transaction flows, and internal controls. Proven ability to produce clear, well‑structured, and evidence‑based investigative documentation and reports. Demonstrated high standards of integrity, objectivity, discretion, and sound professional judgment. Fluency in both French and English (written and spoken).

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