I applied online. The process took 12 months. I interviewed at UNDP
Interview
Firstly, you will be asked to conduct an online interview with a recording platform (the link will be sent).
After the prescreening, you may have written assessment if needed, but usually go directly to a face-to-face interview (skype). It usually takes between 20-45 minutues.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Why do you think volunteerism is important?
What were your previous experiences in M&E?
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 (Beijing, Beijing) 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?