During the interview, one of the panel members said that the position I had applied to was in fact generic and didnt really exist, and that the purpose of the interview was to create a roster of candidates for future openings. Good luck! Dear Sir, Candidates applying for Administration had the quickest hiring process (on average 1 day), whereas Information Technology roles had the slowest hiring process (on average 360 days). My wife applied for a job in one of the treaty-orgs, science related (its generally not mentioned as one of the major orgs, i.e. Typically there are 3 to 5 people shortlisted for any one post to be filled. This is the step where the formal requirements for a job are checked. So really, it is quite difficult for me not to be a bit cynical about the whole selection process pantomime. do they follow the standard UN recruitment process? I have doubt in respect to my application to a FS-5 level Position ie. From my side, I do not loose hope. Thanks for making our life easier! The average length of time to process a successful applicant is 65-90 days. I was looking for examples of style and type of response or, what were peoples thoughts after having completed the 2hr assessment. We all dream about working in the UN, but in the end this small fraction that will succeed in the end, might find it dissapointing. The UN never(!) I sent a follow up e-mail back for the recruitment team at the end of June 2015 response is that application process is still on going. Thanks for sharing. Unfortunately, I dont qualify for the YPP, I think focus on P-3 positions. My humble request to the persons who are secured positions with the UNO, may contribute their Experience, Suggestions & Advises for aspirants like us please. If you are applying to work at multiple Trusts or are not known at the Trust you wish to work at, this is our Full Bank membership. Hiring managers usually need to get the job opening approved as part of a hiring plan before posting the job ad. if someone tell me whats the issue ?please. HiSebastian,Thank you for the great work you are doing, i applied for a position at UNOPS,and the status shows shortlisted-evaluation completed but i have not received any communication,What does this mean?Thanks. I will appreciate your thoughts on the following: After successfully passing a written test and undergoing a competency-based interview for a specific job opening, my name was placed on a roster of pre-approved candidates for a Human Rights Officer (P-3) position at the OHCHR. Given the prompt status change in Inspira, I think I can safely conclude that no external candidates were even considered and that a rostered person was on their mind from the start. I took the test in the month of January-2017 & that ends in failure. While waiting the call for next step, I realized that I had actually forgotten to mention the names of three reference persons in the P-11 form. In reply I was told that, since the ultimate decision will be given by Geneva, they wont notify a negative decision, but positive decisions will be notified. Happy New Year Mr.Sebastian, New IPSA and NPSA contracts in the UNDP and UN agencies. Thank you Sebastian for this forum. I applied for a post with a UN agency last year end Aug 2015. Thank you for getting back to me as well as Rottmair for this site. I forgot to mention that Ive passed the written assignment and did well in the interview. Another positions, the application status is applied and the vacancy status is shortlisting. This year 2017, the forum seems to be so inactive but let us just keep our hope high. If you are selected, you will receive an offer of employment on a Fixed-Term International Professional contract. You can easily apply through the WFP FIT Pool page by clicking on the opportunity you are interested in under the"Currently Open Pools" heading. And do you have any knowledge on the various roles Admin Officers play in the field? The first step or reviewing of candidates is long-listing. Total length was about 30 min. Answered September 3, 2016 Also, once you are done with your application, keep applying to relevant other vacancies and dont be discouraged if it does not work out on the first try. Thank you for this article, very helpful! They did say at the interview (after I asked them about the future process) that they are going to send my profile back to headquarters, some background checking, she said it was also important to be pro-active and upload my diplomas and other things + other administrative things. The suggestion is that you apply for other jobs. I think 4 weeks is a long time, but there is still hope. The United Nations System - All UN agencies. I am planning to do a follow up email emphasizing my interest and suitability and adding some addition information that could support my candidacy. Thx for your reply I have applied for 1 contract and 1 roster through UNOPS and 1 contract with IAEA. So Im typically either very explicit about time requirements or generous when people submit a few minutes late. I have a question on the recruitment process. About three weeks later I was notified that my referees had been contacted. I am optimistic that at one day I will be with the UNO. That can drive someone crazy. Thank you! Is this Normal, given that 3 months had already passed since the application deadline? I did the written test end December. Selection in Progress Thanks! They said it would be 4-5 weeks for a result. Warning. Vacancy status: Evaluation Completed. Maximum, how much time they take to shortlist the candidates. All o would encourage is that you prepare well for both assessments. I tend to say, dont believe anything until it is signed Lastly, patience, remain in contact and good luck! Kindly note that candidates move to the next step only if they successfully passed the previous one. I did an assessment for Finance Assistant on June 14,2017 @ RSCE. (What is FTA you may see here https://uncareer.net/un-salary-scale-and-contracts ). Dear Sebastian, Cheers. Of course you need to make sure that your career is not solely dependent on this one job but if I were you I would do a friendly follow-up where things are. No.2 I have not received any confirmation email about receipt of my application, is this normal? To apply you will need to select a vacant position, review its requirements, then create a user account on the website. JPOs are typically for specific countries only. Our exclusive PrepPacks include dozens of practice tests, study guides, & interview tips to help you surpass the competition. Had same in mind. I sent a follow up e-mail again yesterday (09 December 2015), but no response. Hey Larry and Sebastian Dear Sebastian I would gently follow up. Young Professionals Programme Guide 2020. I need your comment for the following inquiry. Hello again, Went for the pre interview testing. Find candidates. i hope to work with you given chance.thanks. It saves your time and the time of the HR Officer. Thanks in advance for your reply, Sebastian.. I fear the only advice I can give right now is to wait. After how long do you think one can send them a follow up email? Hi Sebastian I applied through GPRS, was interviewed, referees contacted and have been waiting for 6 weeks with same vacancy status shortlisted and evaluation. I took a written test and completed the interview. trust this finds you well. Did you end up getting the job? Thanks. Keep in mind that a test is not really a pass/fail test only but also a way to rank candidates to be invited to the interview. Should I be looking for P-2 positions since I only have 3 years of work experience? I would follow-up and ask if I had a test and not hear afterwards. It depends on a lot of different factors. Thanks for sharing & good luck to everyone indeed! In the United States, the average business with 10 - 49 employees takes about 15 days to complete the interview process. Unfortunately I only got to Aptitude test step of the interviewing. Hello, The position will starts in the end of November. Thanks I passed a written test for Content Manager assistant to the UNOCH. Well, I dont think I made it past the assessment. I cant remember if they asked for references on the app or if they will ask afterwards. Creator of the UN Job List and the Little Peacekeeper, Road travel and passing through check-points, https://www.unjiu.org/en/reports-notes/jiu%20products/jiu_note_2012_2_english.pdf, https://www.rottmair.de/forum/topic/question-from-jj-dual-nationality/#post-1844. I love your website. With kind regards. Long waits like this are not uncommon, though the COVID-19 pandemic made it worse. Click on each of the headings to read some common questions and answers regarding the police staff recruitment process. Right now I am curious as to when the vacancy will be listed as closed. NHS Recruitment Process Flowchart provides more detailed information on the hiring process in general. Dear Sebastian, Set clear criteria for talent early on in the recruitment process and be consistent with the questions you ask each candidate. Did you get the test today? I think strictly speaking you could go for P3/P4 jobs Im however now sure how easy that would be: a P4 is pretty senior already and you would come in new to the system. Im learning a lot about the UN employment process! Any suggestions Sebastian? Rgds, Dreams becoming realities. It can be a phone call in addition / sometimes only a phone call. Two weeks ago I received a call from the UN -habitat asking whether i was still interested on the internship i had applied for. Let me know how I can help . Is there a normal time frame in which a position is under consideration? Q for you: I recently interviewed with a UN org., for a G6 position, 2-year contract in Geneva. However, I still have a question; could you specify which is the maximum of time that the entire procedure can last e.g for a P-3 position, i.e. Answered September 3, 2016 Immediately after interviews. Your journey to the United Nations starts HERE. My application status is still under consideration. Asking because im in the process of medical exams and reference checks as well, Hi Sebastien If you you qualify you should be good. Finally I had Skype interview last week and I am waiting for response on the final result. I thanks to the founder of this site Mr.Rottmair which facilitates us to share knowledge & issues related to the Process & Induction into our desired field of work. Dear Sebastian I recently took the CPO assessment test and wanted to know if anyone knew more about the process. Thanks Sabestian. Your article is really very informative. Sorry to hear. How are you doing? 4. Hey Omer, I received the same email but I didnt receive the actual test. so from now on do I have big chance to get into UN, so do you recommend anything for me about my next move. For most job applications at UNICEF, you should complete and submit an online recruitment profile, a CV/resume and cover letter. I wish to update the status of the selection process: Feb: Application received I was applying to one of the UN agency and finalized the interview. Anyways, good luck! Does the on going process refer to approval process for my selection or process until other candidate is selected and I am then notified the rejection or regret? I dont understand also why they ask me the evaluation ? How long does it take normally to award the contract from roster ? Joel, have you got any response yet? Hiring Units may wish at this stage to employ a simple technical screening to assess a short-listed candidates actual relevant skills. This is very important because the P-11 form is most important in your application process. Can be quite disheartening. P2 level requires a minimum of 3 years, P3 a minimum of 5 years and P4 a minimum of 8 years. Will one be eligible to compete for the P-level job class once hired are in the UN system? But seismic shifts are well. Some UN agencies, NGOs have different applications rules. I was contacted to take a written test but there was not a singal indication what such a test is about. The full selection process in UN agencies takes from 2 weeks to 4 months. I know that sometimes there is political influence and support for candidates but more than often not. Could you kindly advise me on how long would it take to know the outcome for Online Pr-selection assessment test, for Logistics Support jobs? The process will take more time if a candidate has a longer notice period, needs to move to the . Jack and i also very much appreciated your suggestions through the articles in certain things. Long gaps between interviews and poor communication can encourage. If you receive e-mail notification (both personal and auto) stating that job you previously applied for is cancelled and that you are strongly invited to apply for specific and Generic job openings, what does it mean? I hope the best for you Joey, that adventure is not easy at all. Thanks Sebastian for this helpful blog. Why does not UN clearly state that external applicants are not welcome. I really want to be part of UN and I really need to be revived lol. Is it something that can happen or do you think it is a mistake made by Monster site ? Thanks for the details theyre indeed very useful in managing ones expectations. Ravisankar.Machavaram. To ensure that you have what it takes to face this process with confidence, JobTestPrep has created an online database of job preparation materials. Dependent on various reasons, the length of time it takes to complete a recruitment process may vary from one week to several months. Hello Sebastian ,trust you are well. Why do you think they keep on re-testing me? A couple of months ago I applied to IRENA and was subsequently invited to a written assessment and interview. You may use search criteria like Organisation, Location (Countries, Cities), Contract level, and so on. I am assuming that I am out of contention for the job or can I still take the test? Hope you got a job in the meantime Good luck! GPRS will always(!) What else does human resources need to do/verify prior to issuance of a contract? Kindly note that, while inclusion in the FIT Pool gives its members priority consideration for certain vacancies, it does not guarantee that they will automatically be recruited. Ravisankar.Machavaram. I have applied for Professional Position at the UN, I was informed that I was shortlisted and I was asked to send 3 reference people, I send and they replied to the UN as well, then I filled the Personal form and conflict of interest form and after 1 week, I received an email reconfirming that I have been shortlisted and I should participate in skype interview in May. Should I be sure that I shall get the job offer ? Thank you for your efforts in helping interested job seekers. Dear Sir, firstly, sorry to hear. Dear Sebastian, I had applied for a position within the UN (P5) and submitted the application late April (within the specified time frame). Please review our application process and then make sure you fulfill all minimum criteria before continuing with your application. Random questions, mathematical and language based assessment. Other agencies have their own system. My recent application for Administrative Assistant, FS-5 & 4 is failed and the whole process of Screening, Test & Announcement of Results took six months. Why UN does not give status of application for the applied post ? How long does the recruitment process take from first contact to first working day? Fortunately, there are many tools to narrow the list to a shortlist of great candidates before the interviewing process happens and speed up the recruitment process. Do I have chance still for interview ?? Especially if you didnt have any interview yet, be careful not to expect too much. There are most common - 1) In the bottom is mentioned email of HR, and it is asked to send to this email your CV, and cover letter. According to the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM), the average recruitment process is 42 days in duration. I have seen processes in which internals didnt succeed and externals did. I have an interview for a position at the NO-A level. Since I see you have answered a question similar to mine and I am desperate, I would like to ask you the following question. But if you got rostered without passing through assessment or interview, this is good news. Good luck! I was shortlisted for UNDP country home SB4 which is a contract job for 7 months till December. Sorry, I dont know. my advice for everyone is be patient.. So I wouldnt worry too much right now. Relation was contractor ( me ) and UN office. I know you dont work for the UN but if youd have an idea of what happens Ill really appreciate your help. Sorry, it looks like you did not make it. Im not able to speak authoritatively, however I would say: If you cant speak the language, dont pretend you can speak it. This month I wrote FS-6, 5 & 4 GJOs for CPO assessment. Have you got any response yet. Status still says under consideration. What about you? I have a question. I applied for the Post of Medical officer for the UN Detention facility at Arusha Tanzania since July 2015.On verification on the position of my application,All inquiries tell me the process is under consideration, should I still waiting? OR Do I have to apply as a Canadian which is my naturalized citizenship and place of residence? I would assume that eventually everyone who took a written test will hear about the outcome of the process. One question for internship. Good luck! Applicant tracking. I dont think there is a universal answer to this. 8 Things You Shouldnt Do in a Job Interview. My status on Inspira website has changed about 10/6/2017 and eight weeks I have Recruitment Completed there. March 2017: Invited for Skype panel interview within a week. Hmmm kind looked forward to it a lot. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need. thanks for your responses Sebastian. January 2016 Final interview and verbal offer made As checked in the iRecruitment web-page, I found they updated again on 31 August with the same status of Selection Ongoing. I hope one day I will join UN; until then I`ll enjoy the job hunting. By the way I wrote to UN HR to ask this, but my query was not answered. I am Chaima from Tunisia, I applied on March,2nd, for a position within the FAO of the UN in Skopje,Macedonia. 4,900 of them are trashed immediately. Also how long should each answer be in duration? You can also sign up for job alerts after registering your profile in E-recruitment. What is recruitment? Hi Sebastia/Moses, Does this mean Ill be automatically selected for any future openings? I think this all sounds not too bad. Good luck! A month ago I again applied for a position Which I think I didnt qualify for because a day after the application I got an email saying I didnt qualify for that position. Asked 23 May 2019 Leadership, Awareness, Multitasking, Time Management Answered 23 May 2019 Answer See 2 answers Thats obviously not to say that it is not *major*, just that it seems to come up less frequently as its highly specialized. Regards. I assume it would be sufficient. I am a applying for a P3 level job , for which I fit all the criteria except for knowledge of 2 particular areas, that can only be known as employee of the agency ( knowledge of Digital Asset Management System and the photo and video archives of that agency). 7 Phases in a Recruitment Process The recruitment lifecycle consists of seven interrelated steps which are as follows: Identifying the Hiring Needs Preparing the Job Description Talent Search Screening and Shortlisting Interviewing Evaluation and Offer of Employment Introduction and Induction of the New Employee 1. In the picture perfect recruitment case, the competencies are listed in the VA. language, special skills) will be put forward to the Hiring Manager. thanks for your excellent work. Run a prescreening. At the bottom of the vacancy description, there may be mentioned special requirements for the application process. Practical and pragmatic technical interview. I do know however, that even if you have very good experience and great educational background there are no guarantees: I know that for many posts there are hundreds of very well qualified applicants. Make sure to never(!) I had applied for a position within the UN (P3) and submitted the application in November 2013 (within the specified time frame). To be fair to all applicants, the evaluation is strictly based on the interview and later emails wouldnt change the evaluation. Hello Mercy. Then called for interview and when I arrived there was a recruitment day on which they never said anything about. Another positions, the application status is applied and the vacancy status is under review. Have you or anyone ever experienced this? Had applied previously for P level & wasnt on the list for a long time. Dear Sebastian Sorry to hear. Please clarify. Ive been placed on the roster of a P-3 position last year after a written assessment and a panel interview. I applied for a P3 position June, Last year and took the oral skype interview in October last year. But he told me, that UN does it gradually. Does, applying for different professional levels against different offered positions,generate bad impression? A lot of people provide them only upon request. Short-listing process: Following the long-listing process, the remaining candidates are reviewed for short-listing. I did, however, have the skills that were listed, as I had years in a similar position just in a different industry. my question is, I applied to apostion apr 13 and had a written test on jul13 and an interview on aug 13 and finally on jan 14 they sent me that I am selected in roster for the further positions I mailed them again in jun mid but dint get a reply. But that is the only one they have contacted. Can you give any advise whether only 6 questions for this type of position is normal procedure? She applied in November of 2013. In the meantime, Im actively looking but hope to get a call sooner rather than later. Is the process working in its way? I dont think you need to take all the time (interviewers have long days) but make sure you answer follow-up questions. Is this somehow a good sign? What does this most likely mean in practical terms? Did you finally get a response? This is to avoid sending a regret letter to the second candidate and then offering a contract in the case of the first candidate not being available for the job. It has now been four weeks since the test date and I had no indication that I have been short listed for the next stage of the selection process (i.e the interview). Did you have an interview? If the interview is an hour long is it expected to take that amount of time? Dear J, did you finally get a contract with UN? I dont know the details of why this is the case but it is wide-spread practice so its best to anticipate not getting a regret letter if you consider applying. This can take from a week to several weeks. Hi Sebastian, However, this largely depends on the level and the nature of the role. thanks again for this very informative piece. Thank you for this blog, it is incredibly helpful. These steps were fairly quick. Thanks so much for the informative post. No one knows when will be the best time to get selected. Sorry, yes typically UNDP would go through the process once again. Thanks. I applied for two positions with the same organization, same type pf positions, different countries (WFP). Good day Sebastian Although the World Food Programme headquarters is located in Rome, Italy, the UNWFP works to combat hunger all over the world. I would follow-up. The Job Opening number is: 15-ADM-OCHA-42062-R-JUBA , i did take a written test on Friday October 23, 2015, but is still awaiting any response. Im not deeply familiar with UNV but to my knowledge there are different styles of interviews and different interview panel compositions out there. Wish you the best If you are an editor, every comma will be evaluated. Reading this though gives me perspective and I thank you. Asked 4 September 2019 A week to two weeks depending on your previous jobs notice period. Pls help as i am totally confused. Since then am still waiting. But I dont really see where it would harm either. Does this mean that I was not considered for the position? Congrats! The war for talent has been heating up, and employers are expected to act faster to secure the best candidates. I hope my experience can be helpful. I am taking a written test (Portfolio Officer) this week but no idea what to expect. Available Positions Include: 1. Our turn is not so far. Could you let me know if 3 weeks waiting is normal and what could be the final feedback, along with only 5 questions I was given during the interview. 11. I agreed and gave them their contact details. And I dont know what to advise. Hi Sebastian! Hi Y, Its took 3 months, 1 i applied did the interview and assessment. Thank you! Sent a friendly email to enquire and got no response. However, also be realistic about the chances if you believe that there are others who match the criteria even better. and Inspira was not updated up to this time? I did a Competency Based interview with UNDP after an initial assessment test.They have had my references checked like 2 weeks ago in addition to filling a fresh P11 & confict of interest form. Ive been waiting for about a month now. Ive sent several comments over the last 4 months and they are all still pending. Do you know at what point they ask for reference with WFP? If they need to fill the position asap, what does that mean concerning the selection process. The recruitment process will be described in the example of UN, or UNHCR.