Board of Inquiry Officer

Supports MONUSCO Boards of Inquiry by reviewing investigative records, advising proceedings, coordinating witnesses and case files, and drafting legally sound reports and recommendations that strengthen internal controls, accountability and organizational learning.

Department: Office of Legal Affairs

• Review investigation reports and case records to identify gaps, contradictions and witnesses requiring clarification
• Draft Board of Inquiry convening orders and case-specific terms of reference for legal and mission approval
• Advise Board members on applicable United Nations rules, directives and administrative instructions
• Coordinate witness interviews, record attestations and prepare statements for review and signature
• Monitor case progress and ensure reports address all lines of inquiry within procedural deadlines
• Compile complete case files and submit draft and final reports through the required review chain
• Draft transmittal memoranda and follow up on implementation of approved recommendations
• Maintain Board of Inquiry records, trackers and confidential case-file circulation

• Education in business administration, social sciences, law, humanities or a related field
• Experience in analytical report writing in English
• Ability to live and work in difficult and harsh conditions
• English proficiency

• UN Volunteer assignment with an expected duration of 317 days
• Field conditions may include insecurity, limited services and mandatory vaccinations