Adamaden

Application I applied online. I was interviewed at World Food Programme (South Africa) Interview For security domain P level. Quite a professional way of conducting the selection process. 1. Written Exam (July)- 45 Qs, 2 hrs. Very tough because of paucity of time and the need to type out responses (with word limits ranging from 100 to 300). Most of the Qs are descriptive, a mix of domain specific (application of theoretical knowledge on ground), personality based (describe yourself in 3 words, good/bad experiences and their learnings, challenging situations etc) and motivation to join (what attracts you - 3 words- incidentally they asked me to explain 1 of the motivational factors in the last step). 2. Computer aided Digital interview (Nov) - 10 Qs - 40 minutes. Each Q has 5 mins to prepare and 2.5 mins to respond. Similar to competency based, professional experience, handling challenges, team building, motivation etc. Good to write responses, structure the response and keepan eye on timer. Remember ABC - Accuracy, Bevity and Clarity. Concentrate on your actions than on the context or the situation or challenge. 3. Language Test (mid Nov) - 40 minutes. 17 Qs, each with 3 sub questions. 30 secs to read/listen and 2.30 mins to respond. Qs based on a survey given at the beginning of the process. Computer aided and proctored by a third party. Just keep talking. 4. Panel Interview (second week Dec). 3 members. Really tough. Indirect Qs. Most related to competencies and 1 related to reason for joining as given out in written test. Don't fumble , take it cool, think/reflect and respond. I was told it will take 2 months to hear back. Nothing as yet. Fingers crossed. Interview Questions Mostly situation based, domain related, competency based, life skills.