Glassdoor users rated their interview experience at Hivos as 100% positive with a difficulty rating score of 3 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty). Candidates interviewing for Program Assistant and rated their interviews as the hardest, whereas interviews for Program Assistant and roles were rated as the easiest.
The hiring process at Hivos takes an average of 30 days when considering 1 user submitted interviews across all job titles. Candidates applying for Program Assistant had the quickest hiring process (on average 30 days), whereas Program Assistant roles had the slowest hiring process (on average 30 days).
It was friendly, and was done on several phases with different team members including the regional director, the head of HR and the head of communications. The questions were clear and to-the point.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
As a communication officer, you sometimes don't get the answers you need right away from colleagues who are busy with technicalities of projects and programs, how do you make sure they follow up and give you what you need?
I applied online. I interviewed at Hivos (Nairobi)
Interview
The interview started with a pre-screening, where they verified my qualifications and experience through a series of behavioral based questions. This was followed by an inperson interview with HR and the Sector lead.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
We wish to deliver these project results in 6 months, take us through how you will help the organisation achieve this.
I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Hivos (Nairobi) in Apr 2023
Interview
The interview process is short and easy. The application on their portal is straight foward, no particular foermant is given. Just have your CV and Cover letter ready. In person the HR really tries to put you at ease. The interview doesn't start with the good old questions of telling us about yourself. Overall, good experience.