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Re: Getting A Job In The United Nations Demystified by Penguin2: 10:07am On May 23, 2021 |
jabberjawz: Thank you for helping the Op answer most of the questions. I’m a graduate of philosophy with 2.2 from Urban University of Rome. Do I stand a chance? |
Re: Getting A Job In The United Nations Demystified by Agbegbaorogboye: 10:08am On May 23, 2021 |
Guzel:The question is what help is the op rendering exactly? In this age we're in. A phantom name claiming on the net to work with UN and offering to "help" should be viewed with utmost caution and suspicion. |
Re: Getting A Job In The United Nations Demystified by jabberjawz: 10:08am On May 23, 2021 |
Ahasco: Age most times is not a criteria for getting a job in the UN. 6 Likes |
Re: Getting A Job In The United Nations Demystified by Simpubozz(m): 10:08am On May 23, 2021 |
Is HND allowed in theUN? |
Re: Getting A Job In The United Nations Demystified by jabberjawz: 10:11am On May 23, 2021 |
Reasonwithme2: Most times you need to get information on youth innovation/ entrepreneur ship via the official webpage of the UN agencies eg UNICEF, WHO, UNHCR, follow them on LinkedIn, Instagram, twitter, check out their official website for information on these. 4 Likes |
Re: Getting A Job In The United Nations Demystified by Ozid(m): 10:11am On May 23, 2021 |
IderadeAratumi:I studied economics in school. Pls what are the positions someone like me can apply? I applied for a volunteering job but I have not gotten any response from them, how long does it take for UN or their affiliate organizations to respond to applications? Lastly pls what professional qualification(s) can give me an edge over other candidates to be the best fit for any position related to my field of study? Thank you 1 Like |
Re: Getting A Job In The United Nations Demystified by Ahasco(m): 10:12am On May 23, 2021 |
jabberjawz: Ok then I'll let them know cos I'm following |
Re: Getting A Job In The United Nations Demystified by OJURONGBE1(m): 10:13am On May 23, 2021 |
jabberjawz: Aside medical practitioners ( Doctor & Nurses), Social & Development workers and Logistics & supply professionals, what other profession is highly regarded at the UN? 2 : is a Masters degree a requisite for any role ? 1 Like |
Re: Getting A Job In The United Nations Demystified by NwaliE01: 10:13am On May 23, 2021 |
Do UN employ HND holders? How do I get employed when I don’t know anyone either dead or alive in the UN? 1 Like |
Re: Getting A Job In The United Nations Demystified by jabberjawz: 10:16am On May 23, 2021 |
Davidganna10: Yes, UNESCO, UNOPS hire architects to support thier projects, we need to realize that some of these feilds are project based jobs.....they hire you for a project, get it done & that's it. 5 Likes |
Re: Getting A Job In The United Nations Demystified by styles2009: 10:16am On May 23, 2021 |
JONSYN7154: The case of Uchemba is still fresh in our mind, the Dis-Honorable UN Youth Ambassador ![]() |
Re: Getting A Job In The United Nations Demystified by illicit(m): 10:18am On May 23, 2021 |
jabberjawz: I am a Linguist 1 Like |
Re: Getting A Job In The United Nations Demystified by mylove4God(f): 10:19am On May 23, 2021 |
IderadeAratumi:God bless you for having this thought |
Re: Getting A Job In The United Nations Demystified by jabberjawz: 10:23am On May 23, 2021 |
chymes0359: Ok, I think you need to properly structure your resume, with your feild experience, include keywords listed in the advertised position in your resume, as most 1st stage selection process is done via the use of a dedicated recruitment software, if the software does not find the listed keywords in your resume, it sends your resume to the trash.......so you need to work more on your resume. 7 Likes |
Re: Getting A Job In The United Nations Demystified by lebete3000: 10:25am On May 23, 2021 |
jabberjawz: That's fantastic. Thanks a lot. |
Re: Getting A Job In The United Nations Demystified by jabberjawz: 10:26am On May 23, 2021 |
Simpubozz: Yes, most general service (GS) positions are national position that can be recruited either with bachelor's or HND degrees.... |
Re: Getting A Job In The United Nations Demystified by Okikiman(m): 10:26am On May 23, 2021 |
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Re: Getting A Job In The United Nations Demystified by donestk(m): 10:27am On May 23, 2021 |
Its not possible to jump into the UN rank and file without getting the basics right. There's always a first break in. It could be a local NGO addressing one of the SDGs. This ebook "How to Break into International Development" may be of help. https://datavillegroup.com/id-ebook/ 1 Like |
Re: Getting A Job In The United Nations Demystified by interleukin(f): 10:28am On May 23, 2021 |
jabberjawz: Thanks for this explanation. It really explains a lot. I think it'll be good if the organisations give these feedbacks to the candidates instead of just ghosting them. I had a similar experience with CHAI. Haven't heard from them since June 2020 after the lady said I should expect their feedback in about two weeks. 5 Likes |
Re: Getting A Job In The United Nations Demystified by jabberjawz: 10:30am On May 23, 2021 |
Ozid: There are a couple of roles an economist can fill in the UN, eg public finance specliast, social policy specialist, administration, economic Analyst, budget specialist, finance and administration specialist.....etc....just get your fingers busy on UN agencies website and explore... ![]() 1 Like |
Re: Getting A Job In The United Nations Demystified by TheFacelessMan: 10:32am On May 23, 2021 |
I have an offer from a United Nations agency. The application process took almost a whole year 1. Did an online skills assessment. 2. Did a video interview - you get a question... you have a 5 minute window to upload your answers. 3. A brutal language proficiency interview. ![]() It's not that bad, but dont exaggerate your level of proficiency. I got interviewed in French (advanced) and Spanish & Arabic (basic) 4. Final panel interview. 3 senior staff. Corona pandemic disrupted resumption. I should have gone to Rome.. I have friends here in UNICEF, WFP, UNDP and WHO. You keep applying and applying, be introspective - i.e. be brutally honest with yourself - "what am I lacking?" and work on it. I didn't get my Offer on the first try.... I didn't for some time ![]() 15 Likes |
Re: Getting A Job In The United Nations Demystified by jabberjawz: 10:33am On May 23, 2021 |
OJURONGBE1: All roles a highly crucial to UN operations, masters degree is not a requisite for any role in the UN, but it can give you an advantage......UN is more interested in your hands-on feild/work experience. 8 Likes |
Re: Getting A Job In The United Nations Demystified by Simpubozz(m): 10:35am On May 23, 2021 |
jabberjawz:By General Service you mean? What are the General Service? |
Re: Getting A Job In The United Nations Demystified by jabberjawz: 10:36am On May 23, 2021 |
illicit: Yes, you can work in the communication & advocacy section of the various agencies....you can join the fund raising section, or information dissemination/community outreach section or programs. You might want to check this out.... https://jobs.unicef.org/en-us/job/540658/national-ureport-and-rapidpro-individual-contractor-abuja-nigeria-115-months 6 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Getting A Job In The United Nations Demystified by illicit(m): 10:37am On May 23, 2021 |
jabberjawz:Ok how |
Re: Getting A Job In The United Nations Demystified by Slimfeez(m): 10:39am On May 23, 2021 |
Following this patiently, thanks very much for this great initiaives... Can we start from CV rebranding? |
Re: Getting A Job In The United Nations Demystified by jabberjawz: 10:43am On May 23, 2021 |
Simpubozz: You can go through the link below to have an idea of UN grading system... https://careers.un.org/lbw/home.aspx?viewtype=SC |
Re: Getting A Job In The United Nations Demystified by jabberjawz: 10:46am On May 23, 2021 |
illicit: By checking the official website of the various UN agencies for job latest posting, registering and checking through the official UNV page for open roles & postings...... https://www.unv.org/ 1 Like |
Re: Getting A Job In The United Nations Demystified by Angelacruz: 10:54am On May 23, 2021 |
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Re: Getting A Job In The United Nations Demystified by Nobody: 10:55am On May 23, 2021 |
Why did @IderadeAratumi open this thread for the sole purpose of enlightenment but she hasn't answer a question since? 2 Likes |
Re: Getting A Job In The United Nations Demystified by Ayhurthunde(m): 10:55am On May 23, 2021 |
Woulde bẹ awesome IderadeAratumi: |
Re: Getting A Job In The United Nations Demystified by jabberjawz: 10:57am On May 23, 2021 |
DAramis: I don't work as a QA/QC specialist..... ![]() But the required qualifications & competencies are always listed in the posted job adverts. 1 Like 1 Share |
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