Very hierarchical and bureacratic - Very Hierarchical and Bureacratic UNICEF Employee Review

2.0
Feb 6, 2022
Recommend
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Pros

they pay above market people are nice usually and there is diversity (you really can be who you really are)

Cons

very beurocratic, there is no such thing as "it makes sense" there is rather "it's in the rules" and the rules cannot be changed. I was a local staff member and there is a clear distinction from people who are "international professionals" - their word is much more valuable than that of the "locals" I admire what UNICEF does as an organization but as an employee it was not a good experience (worked at the GSSC)

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5.0
May 15, 2026
Anonymous intern
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Pros

-great exposure to a UN agency with one of the strongest and clearest mandates

Cons

-the exposure and experience does not make up for the fact that interns are unpaid

4.0
Mar 4, 2026
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Pros

Working at the UN was an amazing experience, being able to take part in such a significant mission was great.

Cons

As I was not a full-time volunteer and was also responsible for fundraising in my territory, I felt that I did not receive the same treatment as the other volunteers. It was a challenging role and experience, and at times it felt like my well-being was not fully considered.

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