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The UN Interview: Your Final Gateway to Selection
The UN Interview is a decisive and final stage in the job selection process. Once you’ve cleared the application screening and assessment exercise, the interview is your last and best chance to convince the panel you’re the right person for the job.
1. Final Step Before Selection
- The interview is usually conducted for the top 3–6 candidates.
- It’s often the only live interaction the hiring panel has with you.
- Your performance here often determines the final ranking.
2. Assesses UN Core Competencies
- The interview is usually conducted for the top 3–6 candidates.
- It’s often the only live interaction the hiring panel has with you.
- Your performance here often determines the final ranking.
Example question:
“Tell us about a time when you had to meet a tight deadline while working in a multicultural team. What was the situation, and what did you do?”
3. Gauges Fit for Role and Culture
- The interview tests if you’re a good fit for the UN’s values and work culture.
- The panel observes:
- Your behavior under pressure
- Cultural sensitivity
- Emotional intelligence
- Alignment with the UN Charter, SDGs, and ethics
4. Clarifies & Confirms Your Profile
- Interviewers may ask about gaps, past roles, or key projects from your application.
- This helps verify the authenticity and depth of your experience.
5. May Be the Tie-Breaker
- If assessment scores are close, interview performance tips the scale.
- Only one is selected—others may be rostered for future opportunities.
What a Strong UN Interview Demonstrates
- ✅ Clear examples of past behavior using the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result)
- ✅ Understanding of the UN’s mandate and global goals
- ✅ Cultural sensitivity, neutrality, and respect for diversity
- ✅ Ability to handle complex issues with diplomacy
- ✅ Calm, clear, and structured communication
The UN interview is not just about proving you can do the job—it’s about showing you can do it the UN way: ethically, collaboratively, and globally-minded.
What you will get?
Preparing for a UN job interview requires a structured and strategic approach. Our guidance process is designed to thoroughly prepare you for success.
The following deliverables are included: