I applied online. I interviewed at United Nations (New York, NY) in Dec 2019
Interview
It was a phone interview. Questions were quite basic and was interviewer led. Lasted for around 40 minutes. Interviewers very quite friendly and were patient. They reciprocated to the answers well and even gave an overview of what day to day at the UN looks like.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What are your interests? Why are you an asset to the UN and this team? What unique skills do you have?
Skill based interview with 3 interviewers. Asking specfic skill based questions of how you responded to situations, to go deeper from your application answears, to share details of how you have gained skills and would contribute to a team, and why you wish to work in this department specifically
It's based on a competency-based interview, and it went well. It was friendly and informative as well. There are a few of general questions and a few of technical questions. Overall, a good experience.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Please introduce yourself, and why did you apply for this position
An online with the Programme coordination unit. Questions are based on the resume, experience in technical and soft skills. education related and knowledge on SDG, volunteering, enthusiasm, and resience to stress.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Asked about my experience in international development.
