UN Women Interview Questions
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and how the experience turned out.
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First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at UN Women.
UN Women
Communication Officer
Entry Average Neutral experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral
The discussion went well and lasted about 40 minutes. However, I sensed an unpleasant vibe from the Head of Communication in Moldova. After our conversation, they gathered feedback from my references. Surprisingly, after three weeks, they informed me of their decision to reject my application, which felt quite unexpected.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Why are you interested in this position?
- Could you explain your understanding of equal gender rights?
UN Women
Analyst
Entry Easy Neutral experience No offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Technical screen Onsite Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Coding
The interview was competency-based and I felt it went well. I was satisfied with my performance. However, the following day, I received a rejection email. It seems unlikely that such an extensive review could be conducted in just one day. I suspect that the position may have already been filled.
Confirmed questions1 question
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UN Women
Project Manager
Mid Easy Positive experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Panel Presentation
Interview formats
Behavioral Presentation
I applied for the role online, and they got back to me for an online interview. The interview was with a panel of interviewers who were really professional and understanding. They paid close attention to what I said and seemed genuinely interested in my background and what I could do. It honestly felt more like a good chat, where I could easily share my thoughts and ask them about the job and the company.
Confirmed questions3 questions
- Can you share your experience with NGOs or related projects?
- In what ways could social media be utilized to advance gender equality and UN Women’s initiatives?
- What's your approach to managing and organizing large-scale projects?
UN Women
Consultant
Mid Average Negative experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call Panel Background check
Interview formats
Behavioral Presentation
I applied online for this position with UN Women Mexico. I had a Zoom interview with a panel of 5 women. I felt like I did very well in the interview and they told me they would contact me in 3 to 5 business days. A week passed and I sent an email, they didn't answer me. The following week I sent another email and they didn't answer me either. I think it's terrible that an organization that tries to empower and give a voice to women doesn't even have the courtesy to follow up on the promised communication. I was left with a very bitter taste in my mouth.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Why do you want to apply for this position?
- What is your experience with research on women's issues?
UN Women Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from UN Women interview reports.
“In what ways could social media be utilized to advance gender equality and UN Women’s initiatives?”
Read reports →“What do you see as the most significant problem regarding gender inequality?”
Read reports →“Do you think the private sector should play a more active role in a country's development? Why?”
Read reports →“How would you achieve the incorporation of the gender approach in the "Gender Group" that includes several agencies?”
Read reports →“How do you go about drafting a communication material when you need to provide a gender perspective?”
Read report →“In what ways would you manage to incorporate the gender perspective into the inter-agency strategic planning?”
Read report →“How familiar are you with UN Women's organizational structure? We'd be happy to elaborate on it for you.”
Read report →“What are your views on the sector and its most crucial investment areas?”
Read report →“Can you explain how you have represented vulnerable women's rights from a gender perspective?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 99 UN Women interview reports.