Disappointing - Anonymous employee Universal Postal Union Employee Review

• Exposure to global logistics, international cooperation, and diplomacy in a unique intergovernmental setting. • Opportunities to work on impactful topics like postal development and digital transformation, which can genuinely contribute to countries' progress and feel rewarding when allowed to thrive. • Multicultural environment with a relatively stable (“comfortable”) employment framework. • Some committed and talented colleagues who work hard to make a difference, often despite systemic obstacles.

• HR lacks competence and responsiveness, especially in sensitive or complex situations, and often fails to respect even basic confidentiality standards. • Transparency and accountability are weak. Important matters can go unanswered for months despite repeated follow-ups. • Wellbeing and gender equality are more visible in external communications than in internal practice. Campaigns look progressive, but structural imbalances persist, especially at senior levels. • Resistance to innovation and siloed communication between departments. • Complex internal politics, difficult to navigate without strong alliances. • Outdated leadership culture and inconsistent management practices across units, with poor support for employees both in daily work and in career development.

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remuneration is defined so there is not much flexibility