Job at UN

As a part of intern, it is amazing to meet other people associated with UN and we share some interesting tips about UN.

Vick and Viviana happily hosted a volunteer session on about getting a job at UN. So, i am sharing what I heard from the two wonderful staff about getting a job at UN.

C.V.
If you are thinking about UN job, CV is not a document you have to submit. They have their own forms an formats that they only process it through! So have the forms such as PHP to download from UN recruitment website!.

Recruitment process at UN
There are three main ways that you can get a job at UN.
1. First and most formal one is the official process. Go to online Galaxy site. It is only way:-) here the link is http://jobs.un.org/Galaxy/Release3/vacancy/vacancy.aspx?lang=1200
Before applying, you have to pass an exam - that is only available if your country is calling for applicants! have a look at their web. it is http://www.un.org/Depts/OHRM/examin/exam.htm
So, you can apply for jobs if you have passed the test!
2. Next way of getting UN job is some program that your government sponsors! They pay for your wage, not covered by UN. Check out with your foreign ministry office about it:-)
3. A third way of getting a job is by a consultancy jobs. They are mostly short term vacancies. Check out specific UN agencies and programs for this type of jobs:-) Plus, UN volunteer is a good option to get into UN bodies, UN covers most of your expenses!

Well, that is it. Good luck with your career!