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Internals Only: Investigator (Integrity and Safeguarding)

War Child Alliance
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Job Description

Your mission

The Investigator will lead high quality, survivor centred and trauma informed investigations into concerns involving staff, partners, volunteers, and programme participants. This role ensures that allegations of exploitation, abuse, harassment, bullying, discrimination and other misconduct are responded to promptly, ethically, and in line with organisational policies and sector best practice. 

What you will do:
The Case Management, Response and Investigations function is part of the War Child Alliance Integrity & Safeguarding team and is dedicated to developing and implementing comprehensive case management policies and procedures for safeguarding, integrity and SEAH investigations.  
 
The post holder will also work with the Investigations Lead to develop War Child’s internal investigations capacity, processes and procedures.  
  • Conduct investigations from intake to reporting in line with organisational procedures 
  • Gather and analyse evidence, including interviews and documentation 
  • Produce clear, objective investigation reports with substantiated findings 
  • Ensure survivor-centred, trauma-informed approaches throughout investigations 
  • Maintain confidentiality and data protection standards 
  • Provide technical input and guidance to country teams as required
  • Contribute to organisational learning through identification of trends and lessons
  • Assist in strengthening War Child’s internal investigations capacity

 ROLE-SPECIFIC OR CONTEXT RESPONSIBILITIES 
  • This role is expected to betravel/mobile across cluster countries; expected duration can vary depending on needs of the country.
  • This position does not include AFAC (Anti Fraud& Corruption) responsibilities

Your profile

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE  
Education 
  • Knowledge of local and international safeguarding frameworks (e.g., CHS, IASC, Inter Agency PSEA).
  • Training or certification in investigations e.g. CHS
Experience 
  • Experience conducting safeguarding, protection, or misconduct, investigations within INGOs, government, humanitarian, or similar sectors.
  • Proven ability to conduct, survivor centred, trauma-informed interviews with diverse and vulnerable individuals.
  • Proven ability to deliver investigations training and capacity building activities to diverse groups of people
  • Ability to work independently under pressure while managing multiple cases.
  • Strong knowledge of commitments to data protection and confidentiality
Languages 
  • Fluency in English is required for this role. 
  • Additional languages may be useful depending on stakeholder groups and organisational context, for example Arabic, Dari, French, Spanish, or Ukrainian
(Technical) Knowledge 
  • Strong understanding of safeguarding issues including sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment, child protection, and power-related misconduct.
  • Excellent analytical and report writing skills.

How to Apply


  • Location : We work with global teams with team members being based in different locations. War Child is currently operates in: Afghanistan, the Central African Republic, Colombia, DR Congo, Germany, Jordan, Lebanon, the occupied Palestinian territory, South Sudan, Sweden, Syria, Uganda, Ukraine (soon to be registered), and Yemen. We also have offices in the Netherlands and the United Kingdom. Preference is given to applicants who reside and have valid working permits. War Child does not offer relocation.
  • Type of Contract : Local contract with salary and secondary labour conditions based on the in-country salary scale, local T&C's will apply.
  • Internals only may apply.
Why You Should Apply
  • Meaningful Impact : Contribute directly to improving the lives of children and families affected by conflict through quality education and long-term, sustainable change.
  • Professional Growth: Join a dynamic organisation that values learning, innovation, and professional development, with opportunities for capacity building and growth through the role and War Child’s global network.
  • Global Reach : Play a key role in scaling a ground-breaking programme across multiple conflict-affected contexts worldwide.
  • Collaborative & Inclusive Culture : Work alongside passionate, mission-driven colleagues in a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace that prioritises safety, fairness and equal opportunity for all.
How to Apply


Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their applications (CV and motivation letter in English) by June 26, 2026. We are reviewing submissions on a rolling basis, so early applications are strongly recommended. ________________________________________________________________________________
By submitting your application you certify that all of the statements made in your application are true, complete, and correct and are made in good faith. You understand that falsifying, misrepresenting or intentionally withholding information will be grounds for rejection of your application or withdrawal of any offer of appointment or, if an appointment offer has been accepted, this will be ground for employment sanctions, such as, but not limited to, instant dismissal. In addition, you understand that you need to submit a Criminal Record Certificate and that, if you fail to submit it, no employment relationship can be established.

Disclaimer
  • Only applications received via our website are processed.
  • If we appoint a suitable candidate before the given closing date, we reserve the right to remove the vacancy from our website before that date. In such a case, any responses received after that time are not processed.
  • It could be that during our selection process the closing date for the vacancy is extended. If so, and you have not yet heard from us, your application will remain active.

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