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We help you answer your UN system questions related to career change, internships, YPP, recruitment, selection and the competency based interview process.
What values, skills and competencies to include in a UN system cover letter? What UN system grade and level fits my background? How to read a UN system vacancy and spot relevant key words? How to make a career change to the UN system? How to create a cover letter for a UN system role? What degree do I need for a UN system career? Do United Nations interns get paid? United Nations YPP competency based interview: What to expect? What makes a good cover letter for internships?
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How long does it take to hear back from the UN? Is ‘Under Consideration’ a good sign?
How do you know if you have had a successful interview? Do they call or do they write? How long does it take?
How long does the UN system recruitment process take?
One of the most common and no doubt frustrating parts of the application process is knowing what is happening during your application?
What happens after a competency based interview with the UN?
How do you know if you have had a successful interview? Do they call or do they write? How long does it take?
How do I prepare for a UN interview?
Yes, unfortunately it could be possible that information you have stated in the application related to e.g. language, working experience, education could be possible reasons your UN Job application could get rejected at the early stages!