Investigations Officer II (IPOA)

About the role

The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA), which provides civilian oversight of the Police, is recruiting Kenyan citizens for the Investigations Officer II position (Job Ref: IPOA/HR/15/2026, Grade IPOA 9, 4 positions). The consolidated salary is KES 90,000 to 130,000. The officer works in the Investigations Directorate, reporting to the Senior Assistant Director, Investigations or the Assistant Director, Regional Coordination, and can be based at headquarters, regional or county offices.

The purpose of the role is to investigate complaints about offences committed by members of the Police, as provided for under Sections 6, 7, 24 and 25 of the IPOA Act.

Key responsibilities

• Implement strategies, policies, manuals, plans, standards and procedures relating to investigations
• Investigate complaints of police misconduct
• Collect and collate information and draft reports to support investigations
• Update the internal case tracking system for all investigations
• Support the prosecution process in court in liaison with the division head
• Support the implementation of quality assurance standards for investigations
• Take part in rapid response operations
• Gather evidence and analyse information on investigations and forensics
• Maintain and ensure the safe custody of investigative records
• Implement risk mitigation measures

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Forensic Science, Criminal Justice, Criminology, Law, Social Science or another relevant field from a recognised institution
• Proficiency in computer applications

Applications are made through the IPOA careers portal by 10 November 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide a tax compliance certificate, a certificate of good conduct, clearance certificates from HELB and a credit reference bureau, and an EACC clearance form. IPOA states that it does not charge fees, does not use recruitment agencies and does not require a medical examination.