I applied online. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at UNDP (Istanbul) in Feb 2019
Interview
Depending on the sponsoring country, the process may vary. For mine, it was 1st round with sponsoring government -> 2nd round with hosting team at UNDP & UNV. The overall interview is not too difficult and the competition varies depending on the kind of position/title and duty station. The harder and specific the position, the less the competition.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Questions are related to your past work experience and how it can align with the JD
I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at UNDP in Jul 2023
Interview
It was a panel of 3 people and lasted about 40 min. Each asked about 2 to 3 questions. They were respectful but you need to prepare for many possible scenarios of a competency-based interview. It can be tricky under pressure. Definitely prepare beforehand. I declined in the end, the living allowance for a national UNV with experience are too low and not sustainable.
I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at UNDP (Peking, Peking) in Oct 2020
Interview
5 interviewers with 5 questions, from demonstration of the understanding of the position, to motivation and related skills connecting to the job requirements. The interview was conducted online. The process was chill and relaxing.
I applied online. The process took 6 weeks. I interviewed at UNDP
Interview
Written test related to the position administered online to be completed within a 4 hour time frame, followed by a 45-minute competency-based phone interview conducted by a 3-person panel a few days later
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What do you know about the UN?
Tell us about a time you had a disagreement with a colleague.
Tell us about your current role.
Why are you interested in volunteering?
