The United Nations is investigating senior staff based in Fiji over allegations of sexual misconduct.

The two men work for the World Food Programme in Suva.

According to Stuff.Co, a UN spokeswoman based in Bangkok confirmed that a “number of allegations” had been made about senior staff members at the office.

The spokeswoman says as a result, the World Food Programme has decided to investigate formally.

Stuff.co reports that a UN staff, who wants to remain anonymous, said the allegations against the two staff members surfaced last week.

The allegations had been made by three female staff members in Suva.

The World Food Programme is the food aid arm of the United Nations and one of several UN operations in Fiji.

It provides food assistance during emergencies and supports economic and social development.

Source: Stuff.co