Reporting to Deputy Director – Forensic Investigations through the Assistant Director – Forensic Investigations, the job holder is responsible for the investigation of corruption and economic crimes, and unethical conduct and tracing corruptly acquired assets, and supporting prosecution of cases in court.
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this position, a candidate must have:
• Minimum post-admission experience of five (5) years from a reputable organisation;
• Bachelor of Laws from a recognised institution;
• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E) minimum mean grade of C+ or its equivalent from a recognised institution;
• Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with current practicing certificate unless exempted;
• Certificate in computer application skills;
• Demonstrated integrity and professional competence as reflected in work performance and results.
Other Requirements
Certificate in any of the following courses lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognised institution will be an added advantage: Economic Crimes and Intelligence Course; Public Corruption Investigations Course, Basic Investigations Course, Governance, Ethics and Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Course; Fraud Investigation and Prosecution; Fraud Course; and Criminal Investigations Course.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Advising on the Laws,
Procedures and Practices relating to the Legal field;
• Assisting other investigators on issues relating to the area of the profession;
• Investigating cases of corruption and economic crimes;
• Identifying and tracing corruptly acquired assets;
• Preserving assets that are subject of investigation;
• Compiling and submitting investigation reports;
• Supporting civil proceedings against any person for the recovery of corruptly acquired property or benefits;
• Observing the highest standards of professional and ethical conduct, and integrity in the investigation and prosecution of corruption and economic crimes cases;
• Complying with principles and values of: good governance, human rights, transparency, accountability, ethics, and integrity.
