Regional Fraud Lead, Asia (Home-based, anywhere in Asia)

ROLE PURPOSE:
Accountable for coordinating fraud management activities across the region including;
* to develop a culture of fraud awareness, reporting and response within the organisation aligned with SCIs zero tolerance policy
* deliver an effective strategy of fraud prevention, detection, reporting, investigation and recovery across the organisation as a whole, within the centre and across the SCI landscape in the Asia region
* to undertake / or coordinate investigations of all serious incidents of fraud, bribery or corruption, which will include providing support to and building the capability of Fraud Focal Point staff in the Region.
* to act as functional manager to Fraud Focal Points in the Region.

The role may require significant international travel including to challenging locations often with cultural sensitivities. In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work outside the normal job description and be able to vary working hours accordingly.

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY :
Management and support of fraud investigations
* depending on the level of response required, act as lead investigator or coordinate the creation and supervision of investigative teams on specific fraud investigations where required
* provide advice and support to senior managers overseeing fraud investigations (at country or region), including guidance on appropriate level of response
* liaise with members on specific cases ensuring they are kept informed of case progression as necessary
* input to investigation templates, identify and design best practice guidance as appropriate
* key regional user and coordinator of the data in the SCI case management system

Support/enable the embedding of an effective fraud management culture within the organisation
* deliver training materials to enable decision makers and key front line staff to understand their accountabilities and responsibilities with respect to fraud prevention, detection and reporting.
* support all areas of the organisation in managing fraud-related issues
* support the Director of Fraud Management to embed fraud awareness and a culture of zero tolerance
* provide support and advice to non-specialist employees such as members of the ‘fraud faculty’ and management teams in country
* represent Save the Children at external professional knowledge groups

Proactive Fraud Management Strategies
* Take the lead in the roll out and implementation of proactive fraud management strategies in the region including
* Sharing the lessons learnt from fraud investigations with appropriate stakeholders in the business
* Fraud risk assessments: Conducting and building capacity for fraud risk assessments at CO / Program / Field office / Functional levels
* Incorporating the use of data analytics in identifying red flags

Other specific projects
* project manage specific projects as detailed by the Director of Fraud Management, e.g. strategic donor reviews regarding fraud reporting requirements
* participate in cross-functional projects as required

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Essential
* minimum of 4 years of experience in forensic investigation with thorough knowledge and/or experience in audit
* demonstrable understanding of the importance of counter fraud activities and mechanisms for reducing fraud
* awareness of global standards and legislation around fraud and corruption
* excellent investigative ability with proven track record
* aware of current best practices in investigation techniques
* analytical skills
* excellent written and spoken English demonstrable by good oral and written communication skills including report writing
* able to offer practical solutions to management to help resolve incidents including in crisis situations
* perseverance, resilience and tenacity
* ability to work with minimum supervision

Desirable
* formal investigation qualification
* knowledge of regional law and regulatory environments
* understanding of the role and approaches of the international development sector
* experience of crime/loss prevention
* previous experience of delivering training sessions / workshops

The Organisation

We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

• No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
• All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
• Violence against children is no longer tolerated

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

Application Information:

Please submit a full application using a cover letter and up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your salary expectations.

Save the Children International is a child-rights based organization. Safe recruitment is central to the safeguarding of children and young people that we come into contact with, and support through our programmes. We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

Save the children is an equal opportunities employer, qualified females, persons with disability and candidates from diverse cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.