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How to apply

How to apply. Searching for job openings Understand the position and location Creating a profile and preparing an application Submitting a job application. Evaluation of the application Assessment exercise Competency-based interview Selection notification Background checks.

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How to apply

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  1. How to apply

  2. Searching for job openings Understand the position and location Creating a profile and preparing an application Submitting a job application Evaluation of the application Assessment exercise Competency-based interview Selection notification Background checks Application process

  3. Searching for job openingshttp://careers.un.org JOB ALERTS

  4. Searching for job openingshttp://careers.un.org

  5. Specialized Agencies, Programmes, Related Organizations, Funds and Other UN entities Step 1: Go to http://www.un.org/en/ Step 2: Click on “Structure and Organization” on the main page You will be able to access comprehensive links of agencies, programmes, organizations, funds and entities in the UN system

  6. UNICEFwww.unicef.org/about/employ/index.php 6

  7. Searching for job openings UNICEFwww.unicef.org/about/employ/index.php 7

  8. UNFPAwww.unfpa.org/employment/index.htm 8

  9. UNFPAwww.unfpa.org/employment/vacancy.htm 9

  10. UNDP Jobs http://jobs.undp.org/

  11. UN WOMEN http://www.unwomen.org/en/about-us/employment/

  12. WFP – Vacancies Pagehttp://www.wfp.org/about/vacancies 12

  13. WFP – International Professionalshttp://www.wfp.org/about/vacancies 13

  14. WFP – Short-Term and Consultantshttp://www.wfp.org/about/vacancies/short-term-or-consultancies 14

  15. Before preparing your application • Understand the position and location • Improves your ability to position yourself to meet the needs of the hiring office • Saves time and reduces frustration that results from applying for jobs not suited to your strengths, aspirations and personal circumstances

  16. Creating a profile & preparing an application Inspira

  17. Creating a profile & preparing an application UNICEF 17

  18. Creating a profile & preparing an application UNFPA e-Recruit 18

  19. Personal History Profile (PHP) • Personal Information • Education and publications • Employment history • Languages • References

  20. Description of Duties Duties: What you did in your job Describe your responsibilities with careful attention to the vacancy for which you are applying Use Current job: present tense Past job(s): past tense Summary of Achievements Achievements: How well you did in your job Provide specific examples where you made an impact/contribution in the positions for your Education and Publications Personal History Profile (PHP)(Employment history)

  21. Cover Letter • Describe how your experience, qualifications and competencies match the specific position • You can distinguish yourself from other candidates by highlighting what makes you a good match for the position • Structure • Open with a statement of interest • Summarize your qualifications, experience and competencies relating to the specific positions • Close with a brief recapitulation • Make it impressive and customize it

  22. Additional Tips • The UN will first get to know you through your application/PHP • Be truthful, accurate and specific • Make your words count • Write/edit in word processor • Proofread • Print application/PHP on screen or paper to check • Save your applications

  23. Gracias Merci ﺷﻜﺮﺍﹰ谢谢 Thank You Спасибо www.un.org http://careers.un.org 23 23 .com/UN.Careers

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