The FIA is seeking to hire an experienced law enforcement professional to fill the post of Investigating Officer. Scope of duties include receiving, obtaining, investigating, analyzing and disseminating information which relate to financial offence or the proceeds of a financial offence. Liaises with external central authorities to request and/or provide evidence in relation to criminal cases. Responsible for the administration of “Letters of Request” under the Criminal Justice (International Co-operation) Act.
Job Responsibilities:
- Liaise with external central authorities to request and/or provide evidence in relation tocriminal cases. Reports to the Senior Investigating Officer on problems that may arise when dealing with such requests.
- Assist with the administration of “Letters of Requests” under the Criminal Justice (International Co-operation) Act. Conducts any necessary investigations.
- Processe court applications. This includes preparing court documents such as warrants and affidavits.
- Serve and enforce documents including warrants, production orders, restraint and control charging orders.
- Present evidence in Court and to the Judge in Chambers.
- Prepare various documents related to all requests for information/intelligence including authorisation for further dissemination of information/intelligence provided by the Agency in accordance with provisions of Egmont Group Principles of Information Exchange.
- Assist with the maintenance of relevant statistical data and ensure that such data is accurately entered into the Agency’s database.
- Make presentations to various bodies on financial investigative matters.
Required Qualification:
- Associates Degree or equivalent
- Basic law enforcement training or Basic Financial Investigation Training
- Three (3) years of law enforcement experience
- Excellent organizational and communication skills (written and oral)
- Excellent report writing and presentation skills
- Strong analytical and detail-oriented aptitude; a high degree of accuracy is required
- Ability to manage time effectively, set priorities and meet deadlines
- Ability to learn and adapt to change
Preferred Qualifications:
- Working knowledge of investigative procedures and law enforcement legislation including the Proceeds of Criminal Conduct Act, the AMLCFT Code of Practice, AML Regulations, FIA Act, 2003 as amended and Criminal Code.
- Training in Techniques of Financial Investigation
- Experience with financial investigation, including financial profiling
Complete applications must include your resume and cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications that meet the requirements of the post.
All applications should be addressed as noted below and submitted via email to [email protected].
Human Resources Manager
Financial Investigation Agency
2nd Floor, Ritter House
Wickhams Cay II
PO Box 4090
Road Town, Tortola
Closing date for applications is 3rd November 2024