Your guide to the UN job application process

The online application is the first step to any United Nations job. Though it’s a straightforward process, many applications are screened out at the first stage because of simple mistakes.

The U.N. Secretariat offices utilize the Inspira online application system, while other U.N. agencies use their own platforms — though they are similar, explained Chloé Saimpert, human resources officer at the U.N. Office for Disaster Risk Reduction.

There’s also no one place to see all U.N. vacancies, so make sure to check the website of each agency you want to apply for.

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