INVESTIGATORS – The Fiji Independent Commission Against Corruption

VACANCY

The Fiji Independent Commission Against Corruption (FICAC) endeavor to fulfil its mandate in accordance with the FICAC Act 2007 with powers vested to investigate and prosecute corruption and bribery related offences, reinforce proactive measures as well as foster public support in combating corruption is seeking to recruit aspired and dedicated professionals to the following position:

INVESTIGATORS (Suva. Lautoka. Labasa)
Reporting to the Manager Investigations through a Chief Investigator, the incumbent’s primary responsibilities in investigating bribery and corruption related offences comprise of:
a. Planning and sequencing of investigative steps in an inquiry/investigation
b. Collecting and preserving documentary and digital evidences related to the case
c. Conduct comprehensive evident analysis and identifying potential related criminal activities, witness and subjects
d. Conducting covert surveillance using advanced surveillance technologies
e. Conducting witness and subject interviews
f. Compiling and presenting case investigation findings
g. Liaising with Legal Counsels on case prosecution
h. Testifying in court

SELECTION CRITERIA

The following selection criteria forms a specific part of the selection process. It is essential that applicants must individually address each of the following selection criteria in their application:
1. A Bachelor’s Degree or higher-level qualification in any of the following fields:
• Criminal Justice or a related field
• Accounting, Banking & Finance, Forensic Accounting & Fraud Investigation
• Information Systems, Computer Science
• Land Management
• Civil Engineering
• Quantity Surveying
2. Fraud Examiners certificate through accredited associations or any other certification relating to fraud investigations is an added advantage
3. Excellent communication skills (oral and written), ability to conduct interviews, record statements, write reports and present the outcome of investigations
4. Excellent analytical skills, ability to analyse intricate and complex issues arising in investigations
5. Must possess an unblemished moral character and ethical in all dealings
6. Must have three (3) years’ work experience in a similar field