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Preparation for Written Exam (Assessment Exercise)

Importance of Assessment exercise in UN job selection

The Assessment Exercise is a crucial step in the UN job selection process. It plays a gatekeeping role between the shortlisting of candidates and the final interview.

WHY THE UN ASSESSMENT EXERCISE IS IMPORTANT ?

1. Tests Job-Relevant Skills

Unlike just reviewing CVs, the assessment measures your ability to perform actual tasks you’d face on the job:

Drafting reports, concept notes, or briefs
Analyzing data or case studies
Proposing project strategies or policy advice
Interpreting UN resolutions or applying rules

It’s designed to mimic real work, not just test theory.

2. Objective and Standardized

The assessment allows for equal and merit-based evaluation:

All shortlisted candidates answer the same or similar questions.
Answers are scored blindly and independently by panel members.
Reduces bias based on resume formatting, background, or nationality.

3. Narrow Down Top Candidates

From hundreds of applicants, only a few are shortlisted. The assessment filters the best 3–6 to proceed to the Competency-Based Interview (CBI).

You must pass the assessment to reach the interview stage.
A strong CV without a good assessment will not advance.

4. Shows Readiness for UN Environment

It tests your ability to:

Write concisely and diplomatically
Use results-based language
Align with UN standards, values, and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Work under time pressure and with clarity

5. Can Outweigh Experience Gaps

Even if someone has fewer years of experience, a brilliant assessment can prove they’re capable and ready. It’s a real opportunity for merit to shine through.

WHAT TYPES OF ASSESSMENTS TO EXPECT?

Written exercises (e.g., drafting memos, policy briefs, concept notes)
Case studies (often with data interpretation)
Situational judgment tests
Analytical reports or problem-solving scenarios
Sometimes even MCQs or e-tests (UN YPP, language or technical positions)

What you'll Get

Preparing for UN job assessment tests requires a well-structured and strategic approach, as these tests are often rigorous and tailored to specific roles. We provide comprehensive preparation material including detailed strategies, books, and presentations in soft copy formats.

📘 What’s Included:

🧠 General Preparation Strategies (Applicable to All UN Written Tests):

✍️ Written Test Preparation Guidance:

Understand the pattern of UN written tests and how to prepare effectively
Guidance on developing test-taking skills
Access to past test samples for practice
How to prepare for technical and knowledge-based tests
Support for Situational Judgement Tests (SJT) – including targeted books
Preparation for numerical, analytical, and language proficiency tests

₹2,499.00

Importance

Understand the pattern of UN written tests and how to prepare effectively
Guidance on developing test-taking skills
Access to past test samples for practice
Guided Practice Builds Speed + Structure
Preparation Reduces Stress & Builds Confidence