Unicef Technical Test

Hi, this is actually my first post.
I for one work with The World Health Organization which is part or the United Nations, just like UNICEF. What's more, we even share premises in my location.
What i know for sure is that the test would test your mastery of the skills required for the job position applied for.
What i mean is that, u need to demonstrate competence as per the job position u intend to fill.
Most times, jobs in the UN require finished (adept) products.

Goodluck!

Hi,
First i would love to know if you're being invited for an Aptitude Test.  I doubt anyway.
An AA (Administrative Assistant) is responsible for a wide range of things.
Here In WHO for instance, the AA is responsible for all finance-related issues (salaries, payments, arranging for venues for meetings, etc).
I believe this gives u a bright picture.
So in summary, i think you need to get past the GMAT stuff alone. You may be required to demonstrate your ability to manage finances and other administrative duties.
Here for instance, every financial transaction is entered to a special package meant for same. It goes without saying then that u must be computer literate.
Also note that your performance at the oral interview would be the final joker. The guys you're going to meet would look out for that thing that makes u stand out from the rest.
Do not be bedecked with anxiety. Do your best to be prepared and above all NEVER forget to hand it over to God!

Now u are closer to it. I did mention to u that GMAT would do little or nothing.
I have asked questions.
In my AA's case, the Technical test was about preparing a budget for an Organization.
Disoriented data was presented and they were required to prepare a budget for the organization.
Questions were also asked on Office Practice. This u should know too.
There was also a session where they were required to reproduce a document with the PC (test of pc skills).
So, now u got a lead.

** Note in the UN System, the AA translates to a job Category of at least GS 6. This means u should have some wealth of experience.
Unicef normally would start u on a fixed term contract of 2 years. I bet u will enjoy this job if u get it!!! Do your best!!!!!
Goodluck.

Incidentally, I am not in the Abuja Office. I am in Enugu.
Do not fail to let me know how it went!

Like i mentioned, u should have some good idea of preparing budgets from disjointed data.
You need to know a lot about Office Practice. Raising vouchers, processing payments, salaries, arranging events, etc.
Have basic PC usage knowledge too.
Also read this excerpt:

Description


Administrative assistants perform a range of administrative tasks in an organisation.


Administrative assistants may perform the following tasks:



sort and distribute incoming mail to areas and staff within the organisation, and despatch outgoing mail
write business letters, reports or office memoranda using word-processing equipment
answer telephone enquiries from customers, attend to visitors and assist other staff in the organisation with their enquiries
operate a range of office machines such as photocopiers, computers and faxes
file papers and documents so that they can be easily found when needed
undertake other duties such as banking, credit control or payroll functions.
With experience and sometimes further study, advancement to higher positions, such as office administrator, record keeper, front line manager or legal administrator, is possible.


Administrative assistants may be required to carry out numerous tasks in a small office, or to concentrate on just one or two specific tasks in a larger office.


Administrative assistants usually work indoors, and may work alone or in a team with other administrative assistants, professional and technical staff and tradespeople. Experienced administrative assistants may undertake more complex tasks and responsibilities.


People employed under state or territory clerical employees' awards are classified according to the level of skill and competency that they are required to exercise.


Personal Requirements:


able to work methodically, accurately and neatly
good oral and written communication skills
able to work as part of a team.


Also check out this link below. It says a thing or two that may be of help to u.
http://jobprofiles.monster.com/Content/job_content/JC_administrative_and_clerical/JSC_administration/JOB_007_administrative_assistant/jobzilla_html

tenhap,

thanks for all the information you made available to me.

I will get back to you if need,

Best Regards

Hi Jiro,
In answer to your question, working in the UN is all about what openings are available and how qualified u are to fill any of those positions.
Often times, job adverts are published in the dailies but in some cases, they are not. Yet in other cases, adverts get to already working staff as Internal Vacancies and after some time they
are made external.
Within the limits, it may not be possible to have someone influence your recruitment. What i mean is that to the best of my knowledge, recruitment is free and fair. You need some previous
job experience to be shortlisted for tests/interviews. What would most likely get u to be shortlisted would be how u sell yourself in your CV i think. You get to see banners like "Only candidates
under serious consideration would be invited for tests/interviews" at the bottom of most adverts. This gets the message across that u need to take time to sell yourself in your application and CV.
Job openings come up from time to time and it may take u checking out the dailies and also having someone on the inside inform u of such vacancies.
All sorts of people are recruited depending on the need (Doctors, Pharmacists, Microbiologists, IT, Nurses, Accountants, just name it. Even HND and OND holders). It all depends on the need.
I for one i work as an IT personnel.
If u are a degree/HND holder, u need your NYSC cert. If you're an OND holder, u may be recruited as an Office assistant or Admin clerk (pay is still very reasonable).
I do not know if i have answered your questions?

Goodluck!

Hi Jiro,
the best way to sell yourself via your CV is to ensure u take your time to compose it.
Highlight your skill set and make yourself the best candidate possible for the job.
my email address: tech2kplus@yahoo.com

jiro,
you're welcome

I thank you all for your prayers.
Tenhap, thanks for your assistance. The test is tomorrow, I want you guys to pray for me individually. I shall be back on the forum to report on how it went.

I remain grateful

Hi mekusoil,
Good to know the Technical Test went well.
I pray u get the job. I bet u will enjoy it.
All that's left is to wait. Since u were not also interviewed on the same day, it is likely u may be called for an interview
if u do well in the test.

Goodluck!