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A Comprehensive Guide to Applying for Jobs at the UN

This guide provides a step-by-step approach to applying for job openings at the United Nations. It covers important aspects such as understanding the position and location, creating a compelling profile, and preparing a detailed application. You'll learn how to submit your application, what to expect during the evaluation process, and how to excel in competency-based interviews. Additionally, tips are provided for crafting an impressive cover letter and ensuring accuracy in your Personal History Profile (PHP). Equip yourself with the knowledge to stand out in your application process and successfully navigate your career path at the UN.

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A Comprehensive Guide to Applying for Jobs at the UN

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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. 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

  6. Creating a profile & preparing an application Inspira

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

  8. 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)

  9. 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

  10. 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

  11. MerciThank you ﺷﻜﺮﺍﹰ谢谢 Gracias Спасибо www.un.org http://careers.un.org .com/UN.Careers

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