I applied for a job with IUCN in Gland in January, they contacted me in April to do a written assignment, after I passed that I was invited to an interview the following week with a panel of hiring experts. I got offered the job in May. The total recruitment process took about 5 months.
Took one month from application to first interview. Interviewers seemed kind and questions were more situational than behavioural, but ultimately I had a negative experience. After multiple interviews I was not extended an offer. Fair enough, but I never received any communication on this despite following up. I only found out I was rejected after logging into my application account to see if I could find an answer, and saw that my application had been marked unsuccessful shortly after the final interview. Felt like a lack of respect for the time and effort I put in. If you interview a candidate multiple times, I think an email letting them know that you are not extending an offer is the bare minimum.
It was an online video three person panel interview, which also included a written test. It was a very positive and welcoming experience. I would apply again if another relevant opportunity becomes available.
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Question 1
Why did you decide to apply for this position? What do you know about IUCN?