UNHCR Online Application, Assessment Test and Interview Preparation [2024]

What are UNHCR tests?

Should you pass the initial screening stage, the first stage of the UNHCR application process will be completing several aptitude tests. As far as we know, the test provider of UNHCR is Profiling for Success (PfS), and the expected tests are numerical, verbal, and abstract aptitude.

The tests aren't timed, but you will be prompted to complete them all by five days after receiving them.

UNHCR Numerical Tests

UNHCR numerical reasoning tests is created to assess the skills and abilities required to do essentially any job. Basic maths or computations skills, such as the four basic operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division), percentages and ratios, to name a few, are all needed on a daily basis. 

UNHCR Abstract Reasoning Tests

Abstract reasoning tests, also known as conceptual reasoning, are non-verbal in nature and consist of questions including shapes and images. The exam measures your lateral thinking and fluid intelligence with the sole purpose of determining how quickly you can identify patterns, logical rules and data trends.

UNHCR Verbal Reasoning Tests

UNHCR Verbal reasoning test examines your comprehension and critical reasoning skills. Comprehension tests are designed to measure your ability to understand written information, analyze it and interpret what you have read to answer questions. Critical Reasoning tests measure how you analyze the information in front of you. 

UNHCR Sample Questions

UNHCR Numerical Reasoning

The following question requires graph reading skills, as well as advanced multiplication and division abilities. Please read carefully the bellow graph and answer the question:

On average, how much value does a Uranium employee in Asia create per week (52 weeks a year), if the number of Asian Uranium employees comprises approximately 5% of the total number of Uranium employees?

$106.505

$5538.23

$5.3

$22.44

$0.106

Correct Answer

Incorrect Answer

The correct answer is (A) - $106.505

First, calculate the number of Uranium employees in Asia:
1,542,000 x 0.05 = 77,100

Next, you need to calculate how much value each Asian employee creates per year by dividing the total value of extracted Uranium in Asia by the number of employees:
427,000,000/77,100 = $5,538.26

Now, you need to find out how much value each employee creates per week by dividing the result by 52:
5,538.26/52 = $106.505

 

Tip! It is crucial to understand and analyze graphs and other numerical data for many graduate and management positions. If you work in the finance or banking sector, financial reasoning skills are a necessity. Most technical jobs require applicants to have speed and concentration when working with numerical data.

UNHCR Abstract Reasoning

Given is the next series:

 

 

Which of the following is the image that completes the pattern?

      A       

      B       

      C       

      D       

      E       

Correct Answer

Incorrect Answer

The correct answer is A.

The logic: The inner shape in one frame becomes the middle shape in the next frame; the middle shape becomes the outer shape in the next frame; and the outer shape becomes the inner shape two frames later.
Thus, the outer shape in the missing frame should be a square (just like the middle shape in the 5th frame), the middle shape should be a triangle (like the inner shape in the 5th frame), and the inner shape should be a diamond (like the outer shape in the 4th frame).

UNHCR Application Process

Screening  

UNHCR's initial screening process will determine whether you are suitable for the position you applied for. The main topics to be considered when looking at your CV are relevant work experience and education. UNHCR states that they consider language needs, diversity and gender.

Assessments and Competency-Based Interviews

The next stage of your recruitment process is divided into two: UNHCR assessment tests followed by a competency-based interview.
As we mentioned above, the key to succeeding in the HNHCR assessment tests is to practice. But what about the so-called soft skills?

To put your best foot forward during the interview process, you must research the expectations for the position which you have applied for and the sorts of questions you will likely be asked.

An interview will generally cover questions regarding your availability, work experience, salary expectations, your knowledge of the position being offered (responsibilities, duties and so on.), why you would like to work for the company and so forth. Answering these questions confidently and effectively will undoubtedly boost your odds of being offered the position in the end.

Appointment

The appointment with the UNHCR recruiter will focus on face-to-face impressions, focusing on social skills, as UNHCR emphasizes they are looking for a team player who is flourishing in a diverse and multi-cultural environment. Successful candidates will receive an official offer from UNHCR.

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