I applied online. I interviewed at UNHCR (Johannesburg) in Aug 2019
Interview
First round went through a written test with different questions and time based so the main thrust was to answer questions as fast and accurately. I then got an invitation to a second round which comprised of competency based questions with a panel
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What is UNHCR role and responsibility in provision of protection to refugees and asylum seekers
I had applied online for the position and received a call for the written test and interview in about three to four weeks. The test had four questions of 25 marks each that were situational in nature. The interview is a test of your personality and competency.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Describe a situation where you had to implement your communication skills
I applied online. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at UNHCR (Madrid) in Jun 2018
Interview
I send my application and then a month letter I received an invitation for a written test and an interview. First I had the written test, they send you an email with the test and you have 2 hours to answer the test and send it back. The test is a technical test in relation with the job. You don't have too much time to answer it. Then some weeks later I had the interview, it was online with a panel of 3 people.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Competency based interviews: example of a situation where you need to analyse a lot of information to find the solution to a problem.