UNDP Consultant Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 30 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at UNDP.
UNDP
Technical Advisor
Senior Average Positive experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Background check Offer
Interview formats
Technical Presentation Behavioral
This was for a one-year contract, grant-based senior technical role with UNDP in a foreign country. They required a specific UNDP P11 form submission before scheduling. The interview was via Skype with a 3-person panel (program manager and two specialists from US/EU). No local staff were involved. Interviewer details weren't shared. It lasted over an hour and was very technically focused on deliverables, with no behavioral or cross-cultural questions, which was odd given the role. Little info was given on the project/country. Candidates could ask about three questions at the end. They said selection would take 2 months, but strangely, there was no shortlisting or second interviews planned, just this one interview and then references checked. It felt like a risky process for a senior role, possibly project-specific UNDP quirks. Candidates were left hanging for months without knowing their status.
Confirmed questions3 questions
- What experience do you have in moving forward important projects that were not part of your immediate team or organization?
- Explain your technical strategies and methods, particularly in relation to 'business process'.
- How have you approached 'resource mobilization'?
UNDP
Consultant
Entry Average Negative experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
The organization has to stick to predefined questions that they ask every applicant, so the conversation may be frustrating as it doesn't follow the natural conversation flow. You should always ask questions in return but do not expect the certain answers. Often, the interviewing staff is not aware of all of the nuanced of the job role yet. You will figure it out along the way together.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Can you explain how your previous work experience aligns with the requirements outlined in this job advertisement?
- Describe what actions you would take if you were hired for this position.
UNDP
Consultant
Mid Average Positive experience Accept offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Take home Panel Background check
Interview formats
Technical Presentation Behavioral
So, first thing I had to do was this written test thing. Then, like, a week after that, I got invited to this panel interview. It took a few weeks to hear back about how I did, and they didn't do any reference checks. The whole thing took about 3 months from start to finish.
Confirmed questions4 questions
- Can you tell me about yourself?
- What makes you the most suitable candidate for this position?
- What are your thoughts on your specific area of expertise, as posed by each panel member?
UNDP Consultant Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from UNDP interview reports.
“What are the biggest hurdles in the country?”
Read reports →“In what ways can you contribute to bringing finance to developing countries?”
Read reports →“Can you share your thoughts on gender equality?”
Read reports →“Could you detail the steps you would take to develop the document?”
Read reports →“How do you go about motivating your team?”
Read report →“Can you tell me more about your specific area of practice?”
Read report →“How have you dealt with a difficult person?”
Read report →“Can you share an example of how you've leveraged communications materials to build new partnerships involving various stakeholders?”
Read report →“Were there any questions or discussions you had at the conclusion of the interview?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 30 UNDP interview reports.