UNDP reviews

3.9

87% would recommend to a friend

(1,345 total reviews)
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Achim Steiner

85% approve of CEO

65% positive business outlook

UNDP has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 1,345 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The UNDP employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Regierung & öffentliche Verwaltung industry (3.6 stars).

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5.0
Feb 19, 2023

UNDP experience

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Pros

Working environment and interesting projects implementation

Cons

I didn't see any downsides

5.0
Feb 18, 2023

UNDP

Recommend
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Pros

Challenging Opportunities for growth Work with multiple stakeholders Different levels of engagement (policy and community) Data, digital, and knowledge good practices Global outreach Innovation focused

Cons

Work in difficult areas of the world

5.0
Feb 18, 2023
Recommend
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Pros

Impact: Working as the Head of Experimentation Accelerator Lab with UNDP Libya can give you the opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of people by designing and implementing innovative solutions to address development challenges. Learning: As a part of UNDP, you will have access to various resources, training, and opportunities to learn and develop your skills. Networking: You will have the opportunity to interact with experts from various fields, including policymakers, academics, and practitioners. This can help you build a strong professional network that can be valuable in your future career. Exposure: Working with UNDP can provide exposure to a diverse range of cultures and development issues, which can broaden your understanding of global issues and enable you to contribute to the development of solutions that can address these issues. Job Security: UNDP is a stable organization with long-term job security, including benefits and a good salary.

Cons

Political Instability: Working in a politically unstable country like Libya can pose challenges for personal safety, project delivery, and overall work satisfaction. Bureaucracy: UNDP is a large organization, and working with such organizations can often lead to delays due to bureaucracy and red tape. Limited Resources: As with any development agency, resources may be limited, and this can be a challenge when designing and implementing solutions. Workload: As the Head of Experimentation Accelerator Lab, you may be expected to work long hours and manage a team, which can be demanding. Flexibility: UNDP is a complex organization, and changes to project designs or strategies can be frequent, requiring a high degree of adaptability and flexibility.

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