Those seeking a career within the United Nations system should pay close attention. The competition for open positions is stiff, and the fine print and array of job classifications may seem daunting.
But, to determine whether a U.N. vacancy is right for you, it is essential to familiarize yourself with the multilateral’s job classification system.
Full-time positions are distinguished using a letter and, at times, a number. Full-time positions across the U.N. system fall into six categories: D stands for director-level positions, P for professional staff, FS for field service, NO for national professional officers and G, TC, S, PIA and LT for general service. The sixth category, senior appointments, include the highest positions in the U.N. system which are not usually advertised.