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US Agency for International Development Interview Questions
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Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.

Based on 167 interview experiences · FREE TO READ

2.1 Rounds average
Average Typical difficulty
68.1% Positive experience

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Candidate interview experiences

First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at US Agency for International Development.

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Intern

Other · a year ago

Intern Average Positive experience Accept offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Background check
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical

The interview process was smooth and easy to navigate. Each unit followed a similar format—background, technical, and interpersonal. I was asked about my experience as stated in my resume, then asked more specific questions pertaining to the subject matter or the unit I was interviewing with.

Confirmed questions4 questions
  • Could you introduce yourself?
  • Tell me about yourself?
  • What can you tell me about your experience listed on your resume?
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Bureau of Humanitarian Assistance

Other · a year ago

Entry Easy Negative experience Decline offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral

I heard back a few months after applying and had an interview with the team. A few months later, I got a verbal offer. The process felt opaque between the verbal offer and clearance, with a lack of communication from USAID. An email response would have been appreciated, especially after putting in so much effort. It seems like USAID uses contractors like Credence. They need to improve communication and at least acknowledge questions, making candidates feel valued.

Confirmed questions1 question
  • Can you introduce yourself?
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Activity Design Specialist

Design · a year ago

Entry Easy Neutral experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Technical screen Panel Background check
Interview formats
Technical Behavioral

First, there was a language and knowledge test. Then, a panel interview with my direct boss and other people from the office. Some people were nice, and others were tough. Overall, it was a good experience, but the feedback at the end was poor. It was a very long process.

Confirmed questions1 question
  • Have you contributed to DEIA?
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Health Scientist

Research · more than a year ago

Mid Average Positive experience Decline offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical

We'll chat about your background and how it fits with Global Health. We want to hear about your experience in LMICs and how you work with different kinds of people. Also, we'll ask why you're interested in this role and what you think your good and bad points are.

Confirmed questions5 questions
  • Can you tell us about your background and how it relates to Global Health?
  • What is your experience working in LMICs?
  • How do you work with diverse stakeholders?

US Agency for International Development Interview Questions

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Could you discuss how the macro-economic situation in Indonesia has been affected by the Rusia-Ukraine war?

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What are the key things to think about when comparing urban refugee situations to camps?

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What, in your opinion, causes some nations to be rich and others to be poor, and what are the key drivers of development?

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What factors contribute to why some countries are wealthy while others are poor, and what do you believe influences a country's development level?

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What are your thoughts on the reasons behind economic disparities between nations, and what drives development?

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Why do you believe it is important for the private sector to engage with USAID on development issues?

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Could you please analyze the provided dataset using Gorilla for the written test?

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How do you see cash distribution fitting into the support of shelter initiatives?

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Regarding a scenario in Afghanistan involving an Army Colonel requesting USAID funds for a project, how would you manage this situation?

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Formats, difficulty and experience

Across all 167 US Agency for International Development interview reports.

Interview formats

Behavioral 47.8%
Technical 25%
Presentation 10.1%
Group 7%
Other 6.3%

Interview difficulty

Easy 13.2%
Average 70.1%
Difficult 16.8%

Candidate experience

Positive 68.1%
Neutral 22.3%
Negative 9.6%

Reports by job function

Other 61
Operations 55
Marketing 9
Finance 9
Analytics 8
Research 5