Does UNDP pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, UNDP employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.7 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at UNDP. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at UNDP?

87% of UNDP employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated UNDP 3.8 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.0 for culture and values and 3.7 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at UNDP?

Intern (136) , Consultant (123) , Project Manager (63) , Internship (52) , Project Assistant (42) , Programme Analyst (36) , Project Coordinator (29) , Analyst (21) , Communications Specialist (21) , Finance Associate (21) , Project Officer (20) , Project Associate (19) , Administrative Assistant (18) , Senior Consultant (16) , Associate (15)

What are the pros of working at UNDP according to real employee reviews?

"Salary is good but almost" ((in 81 reviews)); "interesting work and colleagues are nice" ((in 80 reviews)); "Great for people who like global environments and diverse perspectives." ((in 69 reviews)); "Flexibility and Good working environment" ((in 59 reviews)); "Good work environment for personal and professional goals" ((in 57 reviews))

What are the cons of working at UNDP according to real employee reviews?

"Poor management and lack of coherence across agencies" ((in 41 reviews)); "No bonus policy so no matter how hard you work salary will not change much." ((in 12 reviews)); "No career development" ((in 12 reviews)); "Too much bureaucracy and to many rounds of edit" ((in 12 reviews)); "Poor leadership, lack of growth for local and international staff." ((in 9 reviews))

What are employees saying about UNDP layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about UNDP layoffs and their outlook for job security at UNDP in 2026.

What are the top reviewed UNDP locations?

New York , Washington , China , Ammans Crossing , Syria , Jersey City , Palestine , Chicago , Arlington , Ashburn , Panama , Brooklyn , Long Island City , Springfield Gardens , Staten Island , Jordan , Tucson , Jordan , Adair , Turkey , Sudan , Turkey , Egypt , Cincinnati , Samoa , San Francisco , San Jose , Denver , Seattle , Spokane

UNDP reviews

4.0

87% would recommend to a friend

(1,347 total reviews)

Achim Steiner

86% approve of CEO

66% positive business outlook

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UNDP has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 1,347 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The UNDP employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Government & Public Administration industry (3.6 stars).

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3.0

Jul 13, 2015

General Intern

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The internship is fulfilling when you're working on a country or thematic report. You feel like the work you do actually makes a difference.

Cons

More often than not, the work assigned to interns is incredibly monotonous and boring. The Washington office of the UNDP is probably one of the most boring places I've ever had the misfortune of working. There is minimal interaction among the staff and the interns. It's dead silent most of the time.

3.0

Jul 7, 2015

In principle a great organization, but 2014 structural change process was handled terribly

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Interesting and relevant topics. Global presence. Many smart and dedicated colleagues. Good work life balance (depends on supervisor).

Cons

Terrible handling of UNDP's re-structuring process in 2014 by senior management.

2.0

Jun 13, 2015

District Governance Expert

Senior advisor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

new opportunity to work in the vocational sector be able to show the leadership and talent

Cons

New field many challenges and face new sector ahead

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