Launch Your Career at the United Nations.

with expert guidance.

At Global Careers Consulting, we provide purpose-driven professionals with the resources, structure, and support to navigate the complex UN recruitment process and actually get hired.

Our Services

Personalized Coaching Sessions

Work one-on-one with a consultant to clarify your goals, strengthen your application, and prepare for interviews with tailored, actionable advice.

Mock Competency-Based Interviews

Prepare with a certified UN interview panelist who know exactly what panels look for so you can deliver high-scoring answers in your competency-based interview.

Motivation Statement Guide

Learn how to craft application narratives that are clear, compelling, and tick with the UN’s core competencies’s indicators.

UN Job Interview Preparation Guide

A practical guide to preparing for the UN’s unique behavioral interviews, including sample questions and answers, structured response techniques, and insider insights.

About Us

We simplify the most complex hiring process in the world.

Whether you’re applying to the Young Professional Program, UN Volunteers, internships, consultancies, or staff positions, our guides, templates, and career coaching give you exactly what you need to stand out – even if you don’t have ten years of peacekeeping experience and a Geneva address.

Through expertly designed resources and one-on-one support, we help candidates from around the world prepare high-quality, strategic applications that align with UN values, competencies, and requirements.

We support professionals at every stage of their UN journey, from first-time applicants to long-standing staff members preparing for their next career move.

Who We Work With

Recent graduates and early-career professionals looking to enter the UN system through internships or entry-level roles.

Applicants to the Young Professionals Programme (YPP) who need structured, strategic guidance to navigate a highly competitive process.

Mid- and senior-level professionals seeking to transition across departments, agencies, or duty stations within the UN system.

External candidates from international NGOs, government, or the private sector looking to align their experience with UN standards and expectations.

Staff members preparing for internal interviews or roster placements who want expert-level application reviews and mock interview coaching.

Candidates from underrepresented or non-traditional backgrounds aiming to increase their competitiveness in a global field.

Download our free 'UN Application Checklist'

Take advantage of our free ‘UN Application Checklist’ to organize your preparation, avoid common mistakes, and approach your application process with confidence. A practical, step-by-step checklist to start strong. No fluff, just what works.

Testimonials

“I highly recommend the preparation guide for the United Nations Competency-Based Interview! As someone outside the UN system, it provided clear insight into where the interview fits within the broader recruitment process. Packed with practical tips and truly invaluable sample answers, it's a game changer for anyone preparing for a UN interview. Thank you, Nelia, for breaking it down so clearly. When I land an interview, I'll definitely book a mock session with you to practice what I've learned in the guide”

T. G.

Bulgaria

“Exceptional work. I honestly didn't understand how much work I needed on my CV. The well thought-out questions and process helped speed the delivery time, but I cannot express the professionalism of the final product. She has incredible knowledge of the subject material and aware of HR trends. Extremely professional approach and would highly recommend.”

P. A.

Canada

“I was paired with an exceptionally knowledgeable coach who explained concepts clearly, with excellent English. She was thoroughly prepared for our first mock interview session and even provided extra reading materials to support my learning. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking mock interview coaching”

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K. M.

Canada

"The mock interview was exactly what I needed to prepare for my UN competency-based interview! The realistic format helped me get comfortable with the process, and the detailed feedback gave me clear areas to improve. I feel much more confident and prepared—highly recommend!"

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C. J.

Somalia

"Before working with Global Careers Consulting, I felt completely lost. The coaching session was a turning point for me — structured, strategic, and incredibly supportive."

R. K.

YPP Candidate, India

"My coach helped me understand the UN application process in a way no official documentation ever could. The guidance was practical, honest, and deeply encouraging."

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H. T.

Junior Programme Officer

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