Internal Investigator

BURN MANUFACTURING • Full-time • Nairobi, Nairobi • 1m ago

About the Role:
The Internal Investigator will be responsible for overseeing all BURN internal audits and forensic audits to ensure compliance and detect potential issues proactively. The role holder will also be responsible for conducting thorough and confidential investigations into fraud, misconduct, and other malicious activities within the organization.
The role holder will ensure that all investigations are conducted in a fair, objective, and professional manner, maintaining the highest standards of integrity and compliance.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Conduct Investigations:
- Lead and manage internal investigations into allegations of fraud, misconduct, and other unethical activities.
- Gather and analyze evidence, interview witnesses, and document findings.
- Collaborate with relevant departments to ensure comprehensive and accurate investigations.
- Investigate items raised by risk and audit

Reporting:
- Prepare detailed investigative outlining findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
- Present investigation results to the Senior Management Team
- Maintain accurate and confidential records of all investigations.

Compliance and Ethics:
- Ensure all investigations comply with company policies, legal requirements, and ethical standards.
- Advise on improvements to policies and procedures to prevent future incidents and enhance compliance.
- Promote a culture of integrity and ethical behaviour within the organization.

Skills and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Law, Business Administration, Accounting, or past relevant experience in a similar role
Relevant professional certification such as Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certificate of Insurance – Fraud Investigator or equivalent is an added advantage
Minimum of 5 years of experience conducting financial investigations, forensic audits, and field-based investigations.
Strong knowledge of investigation techniques, auditing standards, legal requirements, and best practices.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple investigations and audits simultaneously.
Familiarity with the regulatory environment in BURN countries of operation is a plus.

Additional Requirements:

Willingness to travel within the countries of operation as needed.
Proficiency in relevant software and investigative/auditing tools.

Qualified Female Candidates encouraged to Apply

BURN does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, processing, training, or any other fees).