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Officer II – Investigations Officer II – Accountant/Auditor

Category

General

Employment Type

Full Time

Location

Kenya

Vacancies

1 position

Closing Date

6/3/2025
Closed

Employer / Company

Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) logo
Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)

Description (Public)

Reporting to the Deputy Director – Forensic Investigation, the Officer will undertake forensic investigations of corruption and unethical conduct involving financial fraud and irregularities. The officer will support court proceedings through the preparation of detailed investigation reports, tracing, preserving, and documenting assets subject to forfeiture or recovery, and work in collaboration with relevant stakeholders in the fight against corruption.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

  • Investigating suspected cases of corruption and economic crimes

  • Tracing and documenting corruptly acquired assets

  • Preserving assets under investigation or likely to be subject to litigation

  • Compiling factual and evidence-based investigation reports

  • Supporting civil proceedings for the recovery of illegally acquired property or benefits

  • Upholding high ethical and professional standards in investigations and collaboration with prosecutorial authorities

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance), Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field from a recognized institution

  • CPA-K, ACCA, CISA, or CIA qualification

  • Membership in a relevant professional body

Experience:

  • At least five (5) years of relevant work experience, with a minimum of two (2) years in criminal investigations

Additional Requirements:

  • KCSE minimum grade of C+ or equivalent

  • Certificate in at least one of the following: Economic Crimes & Intelligence, Public Corruption Investigations, Basic Investigations, Governance & Ethics, Fraud Investigation & Prosecution, or Criminal Investigations (not less than 4 weeks)

  • Proficiency in computer applications

Core Competencies:

  • Strong analytical and investigative skills

  • Good understanding of forensic accounting and audit practices

  • Excellent report writing and communication skills

  • High integrity, ethical conduct, and attention to detail

  • Ability to work under pressure and in multidisciplinary teams

Application status

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