I applied online. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at UNHCR
Interview
I took first a written test that had three questions. After passing the test I had the typical UN format of the STAR method/competency based. Three protection colleagues interviewed me. They asked a few questions about direct experience and how I would conduct a protection assessment.
I was called for a written exam of 5 common, daily cases. I was then requested for an interview with a panel of 6 people. They asked about my experience, situational reactions to experiences or cases I could possible encounter and about my qualifications and skills.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
-Why would you be a for candidate for the position?
-How would your experience be used in this position?
-Tell me about one major challenge you encountered in the past.
-What do you know about the organization.
-Situational ir circumstantial case.
Phase 1 was a written test with 10 questions. Included were a several scenario questions testing your knowledge of practical protection interventions you would apply.
Phase 2 was an interview panel with 3 colleagues. HR, direct supervisor who is often the Protection officer and another Snr colleague within the office
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
If you had an asylum seeker call your work assigned cell phone asking for assistance, as they have been pushed back by border agents and not allowed to seek asylum. Based on the law, state the phases of your protection intervention.
I applied online. I interviewed at UNHCR in Aug 2024
Interview
The UNHCR interview process includes initial screening, competency-based interviews, technical assessments, and situational judgment tests. It evaluates skills, experience, alignment with humanitarian values, adaptability, and commitment to global displacement issues.
