Investigations Officer II - 9 Posts

Company Details
Industry: Government Administration
Description: The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) was established through an Act of Parliament published in November 2011 to provide for civilian oversight over the work of the police in Kenya. The inaugural Board was sworn into office in June 2012. Vision: A robust civilian accountability mechani… The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) was established through an Act of Parliament published in November 2011 to provide for civilian oversight over the work of the police in Kenya. The inaugural Board was sworn into office in June 2012. Vision: A robust civilian accountability mechanism that promotes public trust and confidence in the National Police Service. Mission: To conduct impartial and independent investigations, inspections, audits and monitoring of the National Police Service to prevent impunity and enhance professionalism in the interest of the public View more View less
Job Details
Job Type: Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site
Qualification: Diploma
Job Experience: Mandatory
Job Location: Nairobi County, Kenya
Closing Date: Undisclosed
Salary: Undisclosed
Other Pay: Benefits
Job Category: Others
Job Description

Job Purpose

  • To conduct investigations into complaints related to offences committed by any member of the Service as provided and guided under Section 6, 7, 24 and 25 of the IPOA Act.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks

An officer at this grade will undertake the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Implementing strategies, policies, manuals, plans, standards and procedures pertaining to investigations;
  • Conducting investigations of any complaints on police misconduct;
  • Collecting and collating information and drafting reports to inform investigations;
  • Updating the internal case tracking system of all investigations;
  • Supporting the prosecution process in court in liaison with the division head;
  • Supporting the implementation of quality assurance standards of investigations;
  • Participating in rapid responses;
  • Gathering evidence and analyzing information on investigations and Forensics;
  • Updating, maintaining and ensuring safe custody of all investigative records; and
  • Implementing risk mitigation measures

Knowledge, Experience and qualifications required
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have the following qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Forensic Science, Criminal Justice, Criminology, Law, Social Science or any other relevant field from a recognized institution; and
  • Proficiency in Computer Applications.
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