I have doubt in respect to my application to a FS-5 level Position ie. Sorry, it looks like you did not make it. funding could be lost etc.) These steps were fairly quick. The suggestion is that you apply for other jobs. Who can I contact to establish if my application is still under consideration? Uncareer.net - not an official document of the United Nations. Does this mean Ill be automatically selected for any future openings? How long does the recruitment process actually take? Thank you for this blog, it is incredibly helpful. I have already started applying to other jobs just in case. May I apply, mentioning that kind of work-experience, by a strict relative, anyway? I was shortlisted and wrote 4 tests with UNFPA for 4 different NOB postions in Zambia and felt extremely confident i passed at least 1! If they need to fill the position asap, what does that mean concerning the selection process. Do you have any idea how many persons are selected at each step of the recruitment process (written test, interview etc.)? Start practising for your UNWFP assessments & interviews to launch your career, International Centre for Theoretical Physics, International Civil Aviation Organization, International Fund for Agricultural Development, Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs, United Nations Development Fund for Women, United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research, United Nations Institute for Training and Research, United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute, United Nations Research Institute For Social Development, UNODC, United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, Online interview simulations with advice from our experts. My understanding was that the roster is a pool of eligible candidates; not that it was a line of who gets the next job. RCA and references are things that need to be right in order to move forward but typically dont determine ranking order. The status of the all three applications say under consideration and I havent heard anything from them yet. Since the Terms of Reference were stronger and too much detailed as P4 I was expecting to given more than 10 questions, but the three panelist each one asked only 2 question making six at all, i do know if this is due the already sent information by the 3 reference checkers the UN have asked before the interview. Hi Sebastian I applied through GPRS, was interviewed, referees contacted and have been waiting for 6 weeks with same vacancy status shortlisted and evaluation. However, other applicants can also be waiting around 6 or 18 months (Again, depends on the job and if they are passing the stages of the application process). National Professionals Officers (NO-A, NO-B, NO-C). I knew it wouldnt be an easy test, however, I was rather surprised at the amount of work for the allotted time frame. December 2015 First interview and written test completed World Food Programme Interview Questions | Glassdoor I too join with you all on this occasion of New Year & hope this New Year will make you to remember it forever by means of reaching your goal. This year 2017, the forum seems to be so inactive but let us just keep our hope high. Is this job class considered as the GS-level? Sent a friendly email to enquire and got no response. erin. I was interviewed for a job with the WHO regional office in Washington almost two weeks ago and learned last week that I was their number one choice and was recommended to human resources. I am to begin in December. Unfortunately I only got to Aptitude test step of the interviewing. I think that I need to quit wasting my time and move on, but wanted to hear your opinion. WFP Internship Program 2021-2022 | Application Process, Salary, etc. There are typically many applicants that fill all requirements. I fear the only advice I can give right now is to wait. Good luck! Thanks for your response, and thanks for your work on the great website, I was looking for examples of style and type of response or, what were peoples thoughts after having completed the 2hr assessment. I havent heard from them since. Good luck! How long does the recruitment process actually take? Thank you! What is the reason for the prolong consideration of the application? Good luck! Id like to submit my CV for a vacancy at an international organization, for a local position in my own country General Staff G4. World Food Programme Recruitment 2023 Application Portal I dont know the details of why this is the case but it is wide-spread practice so its best to anticipate not getting a regret letter if you consider applying. I am in Indefinite Roster for FS-5 level positions with DFS, DPKO, UN. Good luck! I assume if they referees are contacted then I have made it to the final three. The good news is i have been given an offer. I applied for three P2 level jobs on 04 June, 24 June, and 10 August, 2014 respectively. If so , should I not get a rejection email ? The truth is that even sufficient information is insufficient when you have to wait and wait. What kind of questions do they normally ask? As for outcome it said: You will be notified in due course as to the outcome of this recruitment exercise. 1 Like Re: WFP (United Nations - UN) recruitment/Interview by chardyni ( m ): 1:09pm On Nov 04, 2016 Hello All, Please note that the UN recruitment process can last 120 days or more. I am a applying for a P3 level job , for which I fit all the criteria except for knowledge of 2 particular areas, that can only be known as employee of the agency ( knowledge of Digital Asset Management System and the photo and video archives of that agency). Is that normal? Long gaps between interviews and poor communication can encourage. It saves, Also, some vacancies require two and more languages (for example English and French) so pay attention to, Also if you would like to know the position salary, please read this article -, So do not hesitate and press applies now button and fill in all boxes with a red star, Fill in your actual email address, because all answers You will receive on this email. THIS is How Long the Hiring Process Should Last (and Why) For more information on how to obtain one of the available WFP jobs, see below: Upload your CV into our AI, data-based CV Analyzer System, and get offers specifically tailored to your skillset and experience! It depends on a lot of different factors. I published a link to some UNICEF materials on questions on my blog (forgot the link but if you google it, you will find it). Then I sent an email to her politely asking if they have made the decision, but now 3 days have been passed there is no reply from her. I sent a follow up e-mail in June 2015 to check my application status and was advised that process is still on going. People invest time to those applications. But feel free to post what your encountered once you took the test. This is from Hm, that seems strange but yes, I would wait for feedback. I mailed them after this to check about my job status and I got a reply still processing . I have a question. If you are interested in applying for one of the many World Food Programme jobs or internships, you should first prepare for their hiring process. Now she passed for fixed term exam and the HQ asked her to send all her documents by email for recruitment process. I dont really want lost this opportunity because of this process. Honestly, Im not sure at all what is going on. Interviewers were genuinely interested and pushed you towards correct conclusions. As you mention sometimes post interview processing can take time but am really not sure what to make of it. Hi dear Sebastian, Donate 2 USD Im considering applying for the next YPP. Two questions: I had 120 min for the test and could not submit on time. That can drive someone crazy. I do believe this year will be better for everyone. Who between us got a job with UN or it branches until now? Some people were still interviewed last week. What does this most likely mean in practical terms? I have just been invited to take a test in a week from now, but the only time slot that they offer me is not very convenient. I submitted a backgroung check consent form and checks were conducted. Navigating The Recruitment Process For College Volleyball Players Sorry, I dont know. However up to now no response. Thanks. I have the experience and qualifications for Air operations officer vacancies but somehow they start with This Recruit from Roster job opening is only open to roster applicants who are already placed on pre-approved rosters, following a review by a United Nations Central Review Body But I would start to follow-up after about 6 weeks. My interview, also P-4, went very well but now will have to endure the long wait. How long does it take? Trying to get experts for an interview panel from New York, Geneva and Nairobi to have time to interview an applicant from New Zealand can be quite complicated, especially since most people involved have a regular job and are not dedicated recruiters. We have the same problem, Take it easy, still being confident. I had the interview a week back. Thank you for your efforts in helping interested job seekers. The purpose of these tests is to ensure that you possess the skills and personality traits necessary to carry out each of the duties required for the role being offered. Fortunately, there are many tools to narrow the list to a shortlist of great candidates before the interviewing process happens and speed up the recruitment process. For example, long listed, short listed, etc. We work in 123 countries and territories, combining emergency assistance with long-term development while adapting our activities to the context and challenges of each location and its people. Is there any advice you can give in regards to joining on the lower level, such as G5 or any other lower than this? Hi, I found you blog really insightful. I was interviewed via skype for a post. Hi Sebastian, There is a variety of ways in which people can support WFPs mission to eliminate hunger, from making a donation to bringing your expertise to our work on the frontlines. However looking through my spam folder, I found a month old email asking me to take their written test which by now I missed their deadline. I know you dont work for the UN but if youd have an idea of what happens Ill really appreciate your help. It is not unusual to have a few weeks after the interview but after a month, I would follow-up. Also if you would like to know the position salary, please read this article - UN Salary Scale in UN, Types of UN contracts. Is it common for a job application to get the status filled from roster within a couple of days of the vacancy announcements expiration? This is also the reason the UN Job List links to the original vacancy rather than hosting the vacancy on my website. However, it seems that this is still a time that seems to be realistic. You should probably hear back from them soon. Sorry and good luck for your further job hunt! Hiring Process at Lidl | Indeed.com As a word of advice I would never(!) Hi Sebastian many thanks for the work you do. 1. Good luck! There's a balancing act when it comes to the recruitment process. I took a written test and completed the interview. Sorry, yes indeed I think thats safe to assume. language, special skills) will be put forward to the Hiring Manager. I would gently follow up. I fear I dont have specific advice for you. Thanks. I interviewed with un in April beginning and they changed the status of the job to recruitment completed in apr end . Sometimes the post interview processing takes some time. Do you know if the candidates who passed the written test and did not succeeded to that test are sent a regret e-mail or a letter?