Learn how to get contracts or a job at the United Nations

Name: Learn how to get contracts or a job at the United Nations
Rating: 4.6 (276 reviews)

How to select posts with the least candidates, pass the tests, interviews and get recruited or hired for contracts.

Created byMario Stinger

Last updated 6/2015

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What you'll learn

Understand all aspects of a career with the United Nations and the recruitment process.
Research and identify the jobs and contracts that suit you best.
To modify your résumé and letter of interest for each application to greatly enhanced your chance to get short listed by both the automated system and UN Human Resource staff.
Fully prepared for your competitive test.
Understand the Recruitment Panel’s goal and be ready for the Competency Based interview.

Course content

6 sections • 30 lectures • 2h 31m total length

Introduction: Why start a career at the United Nations8:41
Here is the list of the main benefits you will get as a staff at the United Nations

- Among the most competitive salaries and benefits in the public sector

- Education grants for your children

- Advanced medical coverage

- Dependency allowance for your spouse and children

- Paid home leave, air fares for your family

- Rental subsidies and hardship allowance

- Diplomatic status and tax exemption on import of cars and household goods

- A stable, prestigious and rewarding career

- Great pension plan and often tax-free

How does the United Nations recruit staff5:52
Learn how the United Nations recruits staff, from budget-based contract duration and post descriptions to HR screening, testing, shortlisting, interviews, references, offers, and visa paperwork.
Selecting a Duty Station14:36
List of Duty Stations Designated as Non-Family Duty Stations12:00
Level system and salaries13:26
Understanding the Post-Adjustments4:48
Learn how post adjustment ensures the United Nations staff maintain a consistent living standard worldwide by adjusting base salaries for city costs, inflation, and currency fluctuations.
Post Adjustment Circular23:00
Consolidated Post Adjustment Circular
United Nations Salaries for Professional1:00
What type of contracts and job duration you should apply for10:18
Discover how UN contracts differ by type and duration, from fixed-term core posts to temporary, project, and 364-day arrangements, and how these choices impact job security and benefits.
Understanding the Steps system3:03
United Nations official languages2:23
Learn the United Nations official languages and the distinction between official and working languages, with English and French as working languages and Spanish, Arabic, Russian, and Chinese as official.
The recruitment process from the side of the applicant1:35

How to apply for United Nations Jobs and Contracts2:33
Learn how to apply for United Nations jobs and contracts via the main United Nations site and organization portals, bringing only a CV and letter of intent and avoiding fees.
How to select a post and a Duty Station5:37
Choose a UN post and duty station by weighing family needs, language, climate, living costs, and spouse work rules, while considering career goals, post duration, and advancement opportunities.
How to increase your odds3:47
What is best for your family4:25
Who are you competing against?5:48
Understand who you compete against for United Nations jobs by considering underrepresented countries, language proficiency, recognized education, and internal candidates, then tailor your CV and references.
How to prepare yourself before you apply8:27

Failure can be an advantage2:10
Embrace failure as an advantage to build a rostered profile agencies can reference in recruitment. Gain exam experience to reduce stress, learn the pool of questions, and improve interview outcomes.
initial testing4:53
Prepare by studying the United Nations role and its current and past issues, tailor your responses to the position, and contact HR promptly for technical issues.
How to succeed your test3:30
Master time management and strategic test-taking to ace UN assessments, including pacing, completing all questions, tackling bonus questions if possible, and submitting before the deadline.

How to prepare for your interview6:11
Practice your interview1:07
Practice your interview with others or alone in a mirror to refine your answers, facial expressions, pace, and voice. Record yourself to get feedback and improve until you succeed.
How to succeed your interview12:22
Master the United Nations interview by handling connection issues, understanding questions, and asking clarifying questions. Turn weaknesses into strengths, show adaptability and readiness to relocate, and ask about renewal.
Hours before your interview2:58
Understanding and practicing CAR: Challenge, Action and Results3:05
Learn to frame interview narratives with the CAR method (challenge, action, results) and use energizing action verbs to showcase positive outcomes and teamwork in United Nations contracts and job interviews.
List of Interview questions8:13
Master competency-based interview strategies for United Nations job applications by preparing targeted answers to questions on motivation, fit, self-presentation, problem solving, teamwork, listening, and core values.
After the Interview2:45
After the interview, relax and send a brief thank-you email to the focal point, then continue applying for multiple UN roles while the process may take months.

Requirements

Nothing, the course will start at the very beginning and teach everything in great details.

Description

The goal of this course is simple: to equip you with the in-depth knowledge needed to navigate the United Nations recruitment process successfully. Whether you're aiming for a life-long rewarding career or a short-term highly paid contract that could lead to a long-term appointment, this course will greatly increase your chances of being hired by the United Nations.

The secret to securing UN contracts, whether short or long-term, lies in understanding the organizational structure, knowing which positions to apply for to increase your chances, and preparing your résumé to pass both automated and manual screening processes. Additionally, you’ll need to be ready for the test and, finally, the Competency-Based Interview.

This course will guide you through each step of the process. Using images, PowerPoint slides, and video screenshots of the actual websites, we’ll ensure you understand every detail. You’ll have access to examples of letters, official emails, and replies, along with the latest information from the United Nations to help you make informed decisions about where and what to apply for.

The course lasts approximately 3 hours, packed with essential information. You’ll also have access to me in the discussion panel for any questions you may have during and after the course.

According to reviews on Glassdoor, the United Nations offers an incredible work environment and a rewarding career. However, the application process is competitive and complex. This course is designed to prepare you thoroughly, giving you the best possible chance of success.

Sign up today, and I’ll see you inside the course. As with all my courses, if you're not satisfied, I offer a no-questions-asked money-back guarantee.

Who this course is for:

Anyone that would enjoy an international career with one of the most significant mission-driven organizations, with attractive salary and benefits packages plus one of the best retirement plans in the world, and excellent opportunity to grow.
People with a university or advanced degree that want to work internationally and pursuit a rewarding career
People that want to make a difference in the world and be well compensated for it
People in developing nations who are seeking job security with great benefits that far outweigh what is available in their countries

Learn how to get contracts or a job at the United Nations

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Introduction to the United Nations and the benefits of working for them1 lecture • 9min

Understanding the United Nations system11 lectures • 1hr 32min

How to select a location, a level, a contract type and choose the best location6 lectures • 31min

The Testing3 lectures • 11min

The Interview7 lectures • 37min

After you are recruited2 lectures • 9min

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